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Ciudad Juárez Establishes Itself as a Reference in Contemporary Orthodontics
CIUDAD JUÁREZ, Chihuahua, Mexico – October 14, 2026 – Ciudad Juárez is reinforcing its status as a leading hub for contemporary orthodontics following the successful inauguration of the 4th Joint Seminar “Orthodontics in the Dunes.” This significant academic event, a collaborative effort between the Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez (UACJ), the Autonomous University of Chihuahua (UACH), the College of Orthodontists of Ciudad Juárez, the College of Orthodontists of the State of Chihuahua, and the Orthodontics Council of the State of Chihuahua, aims to strengthen academic ties and professional development in the border region.
The academic sessions are taking place on October 14 and 15 at the audiovisual room of Building D of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICB) at UACJ. The seminar has attracted approximately 68 participants, including students from UACJ’s Orthodontics Specialty, UACH’s Master’s in Orthodontics students, faculty members, alumni, and active members of the participating colleges.
Inaugural Ceremony Highlights Collaboration
The opening ceremony, held on October 14, was attended by prominent university authorities and representatives from the oral health sector. The event was presided over by:
- Maestra Tania Dolores Hernández García, Director of the ICB
- Dr. Luis Felipe Fornelli Martín del Campo, Head of the Stomatology Department
- Dr. Fabián de León Chacón, President of the College of Orthodontists of Ciudad Juárez
- Dr. Miguel Corona Hernández, President of the College of Orthodontists of the State of Chihuahua, Juárez section
- Dr. Mario Oscar Domínguez Bustamante, President of the Orthodontics Council of the State of Chihuahua
Also in attendance were Dr. Osvaldo Soltero Herrera, Coordinator of the Orthodontics Specialty at UACJ; Dr. Omar Alejandro Hernández Cepeda, Coordinator of the Dental Surgeon Degree; Dr. Myrna Denisse Castro Poblette, specialist in Maxillofacial Orthopedics and Orthodontics; and Dr. Jonathan Salinas Ortiz, an Orthodontics specialist.
Representing the Rector of UACJ, Dr. Daniel Alberto Constandse Cortez, Maestra Hernández García emphasized the crucial role of collaboration between educational institutions and professional organizations in enhancing specialist training and improving patient care. “The most valuable alliances are those that transcend documents and are built through trust, respect, generosity, and commitment,” she stated.
The ICB Director highlighted the necessity for universities to work in coordination with colleges, associations, alumni, and specialists to enrich student preparation and promote continuous education. She reiterated the institute’s commitment to strengthening academic and collaborative ties, stressing that in an era of artificial intelligence advancements and widespread access to knowledge, institutions must combine their capabilities and forge alliances for the betterment of society. In healthcare, she added, patients are the primary beneficiaries of these collective efforts.
Clinical and Scientific Avant-Garde
The academic program delves into current topics in contemporary orthodontics, including the use of micro-implants for skeletal anchorage, the planning, design, and 3D printing of aligners, and airway management across different life stages.
The seminar features two nationally recognized specialists:
- Dr. Myrna Denisse Castro Poblette: A specialist in Maxillofacial Orthopedics and Orthodontics from the Children’s Hospital of Mexico, UNAM, with additional training in craniofacial orthodontics at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Castro Poblette is sharing her expertise on cleft lip and palate, craniofacial anomalies, and orthopedics with MARPE.
- Dr. Jonathan Salinas Ortiz: An orthodontist and faculty member of the Orthodontics Postgraduate Program at the Autonomous University of Querétaro (UAQ). Dr. Salinas Ortiz is providing in-depth insights into advanced biomechanics with mini-implants and mini-plates, non-surgical palatal disjunction, and aligner systems.
During his address, Dr. Fabián de León Chacón underscored the importance of creating professional development platforms that enable practitioners to share experiences, expand their knowledge, and enhance their clinical practice. He noted that while technology offers new opportunities in orthodontics, foundational knowledge, clinical judgment, continuous preparation, and ongoing education remain vital for delivering quality care.
The President of the College of Orthodontists of Ciudad Juárez also emphasized that collaboration among specialists not only fosters academic growth within the profession but also contributes to the well-being of patients and the community.
In addition to the educational activities, the seminar is serving as the venue for certification exams by the Orthodontics Council of the State of Chihuahua A.C., an initiative that reinforces the commitment to professional preparation and excellence.
Through this gathering, UACJ, UACH, and the participating colleges are solidifying their academic and professional collaboration in orthodontics, thereby contributing to Ciudad Juárez’s growing reputation as a leader in continuous education and specialized oral health training.
Source: https://comunica.uacj.mx/14-10-2026/108871
