Welcome message
Dear colleagues.
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the XXXII Congress of the Portuguese Society of Orthodontics, which will take place from October 22nd to 24th, 2026, in Vila Nova de Gaia, at the prestigious The Baron’s Hall.
Under the theme “New Paths, the Same Essence,” this congress celebrates the continuous evolution of orthodontics, always maintaining the scientific rigor and identity that characterize our specialty. It will be a privileged space for knowledge sharing, scientific updates, and dialogue among professionals, researchers, and students, bringing together highly relevant national and international contributions.
We hope that these three days will provide inspiration, reflection, and opportunities for collaboration, in an environment marked by innovation and tradition.
It will be a pleasure to have you join us at this gathering that celebrates the future of orthodontics, without losing the essence that unites us.
Selma Pascoal
President of the Organizing Committee
of the XXXII SPO Congress
Special Session
October 22, 2026
Romina Vignolo
Andre El Zoghbi
Program
October 23 - Thursday
PRE-CONGRESS COURSE
08:30h
Opening of the Secretariat
09:00 | 10:30h
The power of early interceptive treatment with Angel Aligners Kid1
Steffen Decker
10:30 | 11:00h
Coffee-break
11:00 | 13:00h
The power of early interceptive treatment with Angel Aligners Kid1
Steffen Decker
13:00 | 14:00h
Lunch
14:00 | 16:00h
Unlock the future of orthodontics: mastering breakthroung innovations for teens
Sandra Tai
16:00 | 16:30h
Coffee-break
16:30 | 18:30h
Unlock the future of orthodontics: mastering breakthroung innovations for teens
Sandra Tai
18:30
Welcome drink
October 24 - Friday
CONGRESS
08:00h
Opening of the Secretariat
09:00 | 10:30h
Management of the oclusal plane and mandibular repositioning in complex cases with aligners
Speaker: Montserrat Puigpinós
10:30 | 11:00h
Coffee-break
11:00 | 12:00h
Smile Beyond Limits: Re-Thinking the Orthodontic Mindset for complex Cases in Growing Patients
Speaker: Sandra Tai
12:15 | 12:45h
SOLEMN OPENING
12:45 | 14:00h
Lunch
14:00 | 14:30h
Oral Communications
14:30 | 15:15h
Beyond Straight Teeth: Transforming Lives with Early Orthodontic Intervention
Speaker: Steffen Decker
15:15 | 16:00h
Connecting the Dots: A Holistic View of Tooth Wear and Invisalign First
Palestrante: Teresa Sobral Costa
16:00 | 16:30h
Coffee-break
16:30 | 17:15h
Hybrid Orthodontics: How to Blend Analog and Digital
Speaker: Vinicius Schau
20:30h
CONGRESS DINNER
October 25th - Saturday
CONGRESS
08:00h
Opening of the Secretariat
09:00 | 09:45h
The use of dental aligners in the management of complex cases
Speaker: João Cerejeira
09:45 | 10:30h
Smartee Kinder & Teen: The future of early orthodontic treatment for adolescents with aligners
Speaker: Vicente Torres
10:30 | 11:00h
Coffee-break
11:00 | 11:45h
Damon Ultima, Estética y Oclusión Funcional: Lo que realmente funciona.
Speaker: Iciar Llaca
11:45 | 12:30h
La ortodoncia del pasado es la ortodoncia del futuro: el arco de canto a disposición de los alineadores
Speaker: Teresa Cobo
12:45 | 14:00h
Lunch
14:00 | 14:30h
Oral Communications
14:30 | 15:15h
Protocolo diagnostico simplificado, optimizando nuestro tiempo de trabajo y mejorando nuestra calidad de vida
Speaker: María Noel Strada
15:15 | 16:00h
Beyond Expansion: The Role of SARPE in Correcting Maxillary Discrepancies
Speakers: Mariana Magalhães Maia and Pedro Cabeça Santos
16:00 | 16:30h
Coffee-break
16:30 | 17:15h
Manejo del Plano Sagital según la edad
Speaker: Manuel Poveda Saénz
17:15 | 18:00h
Excellence in Invisible Orthodontics with Geniova: Documentation, Digital Platform, and Hybrid Model. Clinical Cases and a Vision for the Future with Specialist and Preteens.
Speaker: Paulo Fernandes Retto
18:00 | 18:15h
CLOSING CEREMONY
Awards for posters, papers, and clinical cases
Speakers
Alexander Plaksin
Armando Dias da Silva
Andre El Zoghbi
Daniela Lupini
Ertty Silva
Jordi Vilarrassa
Jose Santos Soage
Nuno Oliveira
Paolo Manzo
Pedro Costa Monteiro
Ricardina Nobre
Ricardo Capuozzo
Romina Vignolo
Teresa Pinho
Sponsorship
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Registration for the XXXII SPO Congress
SPO MEMBERS:
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APHTOF/SPODF MEMBERS, STUDENTS, PRE-GRADUATES and NON-MEMBERS:
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PAYMENT METHODS
Payment for registration for the XXXII Congress can be made through:
- Multibanco
- MB Way
For non-residents of Portugal:
- Bank Transfer*
Instructions for Bank Transfers:
- Make a bank transfer of the amount corresponding to your membership type (SPO Member, Student and Recent Graduate, APHTOF/SPODF Member or Non-Member) to the following IBAN: PT50 0010 0000 3650 4140 00143
- Please send proof of payment to geral@sportodontia.pt along with the following information:
– First and Last Name
– Institution/Clinic (optional)
– Billing Information (Tax ID, Full Address)
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3-day pass
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3-day pass
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3-day pass
Non Members
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3-day pass
SPO Members
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3-day pass
SPECIAL PRICE April 11th and 12th
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Values XXXI SPO Congress
SPO Members
Students and recent – graduates *
APHTOF/ SPODF Members
Non Members
Early-bird until
31-08-2025
After
31-08-2025
Early-bird until
31-08-2025
After
31-08-2025
Early-bird until
31-08-2025
After
31-08-2025
Pre-Congress
80€
125€
130€
150€
130€
160€
Congresso
60€
80€
160€
190€
200€
210€
Pre-Congress + Congress
95€
135€
230€
270€
280€
310€
*Registration as an SPO member implies the absence of outstanding fees and the submission of proof.
*Registration as a student requires the mandatory presentation of proof of enrollment valid for the year 2024/25.
* Recent graduates in the last 2 years (2025/2024/2023)
SPO Congress Dinner
The Congress Dinner will take place on October 23rd at 8:30 PM.
Vinha Boutique Hotel Restaurant
R. Fonte da Vinha 383, 4430-487 Vila Nova de Gaia
With a Michelin star, the concept of fine dining like no other. A space where design and flavors embark on an unforgettable sensory journey.
Participants of the XXXII SPO Congress will be able to register for the Dinner during the Congress registration phase.
Organizing Committee
Ana Dionísio
Scientific Committee
Prof. Drª. Aline Gonçalves
Prof. Drª. Ana Rita Carvalho
Prof. Drª. Cristina Faria Teixeira
Prof. Dr. Eugénio Martins
Dr. Francisco Freitas
Dr. Jorge João
Prof. Dr. Josep Ustrell Torrent
Dr. Nuno Gustavo d’Oliveira
Prof. Drª. Primavera Sousa Santos
Drª. Teresa Alonso
Prof. Drª. Teresa Pinho
Prof. Drª. Vanda Urzal
Suggested stays
Are you starting to plan your attendance at the XXXII SPO Congress? Below is our suggestion for your accommodation.
At Rubens Hotels, details are the essence of every moment. From art to décor, from personalized service to gastronomy, everything is meticulously thought out for your comfort, with an elegant and inviting atmosphere to make each stay unique.
Considered a fantastic place with a “Villa” concept, Rubens Hotels is located in Gaia, near the Real Companhia Velha cellars, the D. Luís bridge, Ribeira, Serra do Pilar and other points of interest.
Submission of scientific papers
The Scientific Committee of the Portuguese Society of Orthodontics invites authors to submit poster abstracts for possible inclusion in its scientific program.
Please consult the rules for submitting scientific papers and fill out the form below.
Deadline for abstract submission – August 31st
CONTACT US
The Baron’s Hall & Gallery
The Fladgate Partnership
Quinta dos Barões
Av. D. João II
4430-415 Vila Nova Gaia
If you have any questions about the conference, please contact us:
Organization
Executive Secretariat
