Author: Ricardo Figueiredo

Remember the VII SPO Symposium

On April 11, 2026, the VII Symposium of the Portuguese Society of Orthodontics took place at the IUCS-CESPU facilities, under the theme “Complex Cases in Children and Adults”.

Get the book “Invisalign®: Excellence with Simple Biomechanics” at a special price!

Take advantage of the special price for SPO members to secure your copy of the book “Invisalign®: Excellence with Simple Biomechanics”! We are pleased to introduce you to the first orthodontics book published in Portuguese on the clear aligner technique: Invisalign®: Excellence with simple biomechanics, by author Prof. Dr. Eduardo Prado. Even today, many orthodontists view clear aligners with a certain prejudice or apprehension, as if they were a restricted or ineffective tool. However, clinical reality and science show the opposite: aligners are undoubtedly the present and future of orthodontics, and Invisalign® represents the pinnacle of this evolution. It’s what patients want: aesthetics, comfort, and predictability; and it’s up to us, orthodontists, to overcome paradigms and keep up with this irreversible trend. This book represents part of a journey dedicated to excellence in Invisalign®. Here, the reader will find not only techniques and protocols, but a way of seeing Orthodontics: clear, up-to-date, and based on real results. More than just scientific content, this is an invitation to stay updated, break down preconceptions, and practice invisible Orthodontics at its highest level. Until February 7, 2026, SPO members will have the opportunity to purchase this book for €80! How to purchase this book: Place your order via email or WhatsApp, using the contact information below, and indicate that you are an SPO member, along with your membership number. ORDERS: Carla Alves | Gestora do Instituto Eduardo Prado Email: ca@ieprado.pt WhatsApp: +351 918 788 873 Prof. Dr. José Eduardo Prado de Souza CRO: 43.675 Having graduated 30 years ago, holding Specialist, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees in Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics from FOB-USP, he has trained over 2500 students in various postgraduate courses in Orthodontics throughout Brazil and abroad. Founding Director of the Orthodontics Specialization Course in Lisbon (Portugal) for over 20 years. Founder and Professor of Orthodontics Specialization Courses at Prado Institute. Professor and Coordinator at ISPO (Santos). Professor and Coordinator of the Invisalign® Mini-Residency at the Prado Institute. Visiting Professor of Orthodontics Courses at FOB-USP Bauru

Remember the XXXI SPO Congress

The 31st Congress of the Portuguese Society of Orthodontics was held from October 23rd to 25th, 2025, at the Casa da Cultura in Ílhavo.

SPO Talks Webinar with Dr. Pedro Costa Monteiro

In this transformative webinar, Dr. Pedro Costa Monteiro shared his vision on how to manage time intelligently in orthodontic clinical practice, with a special focus on the digital context.

Dr. Ana Malaquias Valente presides over the XXXI SPO Congress.

Professor Ana Malaquias Valente from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto (FMUP) has assumed the presidency of the SPO Congress.

VI SPO Symposium – April 5, 2025

Last Saturday, April 5, 2025, Prof. Dr. Aline Gonçalves chaired the VI Symposium of the Portuguese Orthodontic Society, held in the IUCS – CESPU auditorium.

Prof. Dr. Primavera Sousa Santos is JournalDentistry’s Guest of the Month

In recent years, the Portuguese Orthodontic Society has established itself as a benchmark institution in terms of promoting oral health and continuing education in the field.

SPO – Past, Present and Future

Discover the SPO’s journey from its foundation to the present day, in the video where we summarize some of the essential moments in our history, full of achievements and successes, thanks to the commitment and dedication of all the professionals involved in this society, with special appreciation to all its presidents, who have always dedicated themselves to developing and evolving orthodontics in Portugal.

Journal of Dentistry report on the XXX SPO Congress

The Journal ou Dentistry reported on the XXX SPO Congress in its November issue. Discover the Journey through Orthodontics that took place at this event.

Dr. Helena Agostinho talks about the “journey” from Orthodontics to Oral Health

“Journey through Orthodontics” was the motto for the XXX Congress of the Portuguese Society
of Orthodontics (SPO), which took place between October 24 and 26 at the Congress Center
of the Super Bock Arena-Pavilhão Rosa Mota, in Porto.