Dr. Eugenio BrenesClinical Director and Prosthodontist
Dr. Eugenio J. Brenes serves as Clinical Director and Prosthodontist at Advance Dental Costa Rica, where he leads the clinical vision of the practice and coordinates every specialty involved in each patient's treatment. A U.S.-trained Prosthodontist and Head of Dental Surgery at CIMA Hospital, he specializes in complex restorative dentistry, implant rehabilitation, and aesthetic smile transformations. From the initial diagnosis to the final restoration, he oversees every stage of treatment, ensuring precision, predictability, and seamless collaboration among our multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional, long-lasting results.
Professional Credentials
Education
- Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry - July 2004-July 2007, Residency in Advanced Prosthodontics, Loma Linda, California, USA.
- Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry - September 2003-June 2004, Preceptorship in Advanced Prosthodontics and Dental Implants.
- Universidad Internacional de las Americas - January 1999-May 2003, Doctor in Dental Surgery.
- Master in Business Administration, INCAE Business School - July 2010-November 2011.
Publications
- Got a Passport, Get a Smile, Medical Tourism Magazine, December 2007.
- Brenes, E.J: Elaboración de Prótesis Totales: Presentación de Caso Clínico, Revista Científica Odontológica, Colegio de Cirujanos Dentistas, Año 1, Vol. 1, p. 21.
- Abstracts for the American Equilibration Society: Newsletter 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004.
Lectures
- Costa Rica Academy of Endodontics, Success of Prosthodontic Procedures, Tintos y Blancos, Multiplaza Escazú, June 24, 2010.
- Implant Overdentures, Principles and Techniques (Hands-on), Loma Linda University Coleman Pavilion, Wong Kerlee International Conference Center, Feb. 9, 2007.
Teaching Experience
- Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología, ULACIT, Co-Director of postgraduate lectures on Modern Prosthodontic Techniques, 2009-2010.
- Faculty of the Dental Restorative Department, Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, 2004-2007.
Memberships and Affiliations
- Member, Academia Costarricense de Prostodoncia.
- Member of the American Dental Association.
- Member of the American College of Prosthodontics.
- Member of the Loma Linda University Alumni Association.
- Member of Colegio de Cirujanos Dentistas de Costa Rica.
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish.
