We are a group of Internationally trained Dental Specialists in Cancun Mexico, utilizing the latest technologies in dentistry (3-D Imaging, Laser Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, CAD/CAM Restorations) providing Quality Dentistry at around 70 % savings compared to U.S.A. and Canada.
A group of highly skilled perfectionists, a team that has only one purpose and that is to “CREATING NEW SMILES”.
Dr. Irma Gavaldon
D.D.S. M.S. A.E.G.D. – Head of Medical Tourism
Diplomas
Our head Dr. Irma Gavaldon is a U.S. Board Certified Dentist.
She has been studying, teaching and performing Dentistry for over the past 30 years. Her Specialties are in complex Restorative cases, Full Mouth Restorations, Implant Rehabilitation, Smile Makeovers as well as Cosmetic Restorations. She has never once had any history of board sanctions or malpractice, this is a reflection of the work that we provide here at Cancun Dental Specilists.
Dr. Irma Gavaldon is a graduate from the Universidad Autónoma de México (U.N.A.M.), recognized as one of the best Universities in Latin America. She continued her education in the U.S., where she obtained her Masters Degree in Restorative Dentistry from the University of Michigan, which is ranked among the top 3 Dental Schools in the U.S.
At this very same University she went on to become a professor to 3rd. year dental students in the Advanced Dentistry Program. While in Michigan she ran an Out reach program in Traverse City for migrant workers who otherwise wouldn’t have been able to receive dental care.
She has gone through all rigorous tests and examinations to earn her U.S. Board certification License in the states of Michigan and California. She is also licensed to perform Dentistry throughout Mexico.
Dr. Irma Gavaldon keeps up to date on new Dental Technologies and Techniques by going to advanced learning courses.
Educational History:
| Year | Place | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006-8 | University of Michigan | M.S. | Graduate Restorative (Thesis pending) |
| 2005-6 | University of Michigan | Diploma | AEGD |
| 1995-6 | University of Puebla | Diploma | Integral Stomatology / Mexico / Post-grade |
| 1992-3 | UNITEC University | Diploma | Integral Ceramic Restorations / Mexico / Post-grade |
| 1991 | Orthodontic Center | Diploma | Spain |
| 1983-85 | Iberoamerican University | Master | MBA / Mexico |
| 1983 | Maxillary Orthopedics | Diploma | Maxillary Orthopedics / Mexico |
| 1978-82 | UNAM | D.D.S. | Doctor in Dental Surgery / Mexico |
Continuing Education Courses Taken:
| Year | Course | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | “Emergeny Medicine” | Dr. Stanley Malamed. University of Michigan |
| 2007 | “Understanding & managing Dental Caries” | Dr.Steven Steinberg. University of Michigan |
| 2007 | “Pain- a balanced but a vulnerable system” | Dr. Christian Stolher. University of Michigan |
| 2007 | “Ultradent overview lecture” | Dr. Catherine Dunn. University of Michigan |
| 2006 | “Excellent adventures with children” | Dr.Marvin Berman. University of Michigan |
| 2006 | “Early Orthodontic treatment” | Dr. James McNamara. University of Michigan |
| 2006 | “The Christensen bottom line” | Dr. Gordon Christensen. University of Michigan |
| 2005 | “Frequently used drugs in dentistry” |
