Prof. Dr. Maria Orellana was born in Argentina into a dental family, after obtaining her dental degree, she completed a doctorate (PhD) in Oral Biology and Maxillo-facial Pathology at the Medical College of Georgia in the USA. Her thesis focused on understanding the biology of tooth movement during orthodontic treatment. She later completed her specialty in Orthodontics at the University of Alberta,Canada. At the same time, she a Master of Sciences. Her research focused on understanding and preventing caries during orthodontic treatment.

In 2007, Maria joined the University of California San Francisco as an Assistant Professor of Orthodontics, later becoming Associate Professor and clinic director. She was also a Director and Chair of the Boston University Orthodontic Program in Dubai, UAE.

She is currently a Professor and clinic director of the Orthodontic Program at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) at the Erasme Hospital

Professor Orellana has published extensively in American and International journals and participated in several orthodontics books. She is also a recognized lecturer in the treatment with clear aligners such as Invisalign. During her career she has trained thousands of doctors across the globe on how to treat patients with clear aligners (Invisalign)

As a recognized orthodontist specialist, she is also an active member of the American Association of Orthodontics, European Orthodontic Society, Italian Orthodontic Society, World Orthodontic Federation and International Association for Dental Research among others.

With patient’s satisfaction as her top priority, Prof. Orellana is a pioneer and vivid advocate in utilising Digital Technology and applications both to provide Excellence in treatment and in patient’s experience through their journey.