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Michelle Fechine

@michellefechine

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Dental surgeon and facial aesthetics researcher with clinical and academic expertise.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek clinical-research roles in evidence-based facial aesthetics or dental practice with collaborative teams, opportunities to publish and present, and career growth in teaching or clinical leadership.

I am a dental surgeon and facial aesthetic researcher with extensive clinical experience across private and public settings in the UK and Brazil.

I hold advanced postgraduate training in aesthetic orthodontics, health management and skin ageing, including MSc Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine from the University of Manchester and anatomy training at Harvard.

I have published multiple peer-reviewed articles on facial rejuvenation techniques, ultrasound-guided procedures and platelet-rich products, and I present internationally at conferences such as IMCAS and SEASON.

I bring strong research skills, clinical competence in dental hygiene, nursing and facial aesthetic procedures, and a collaborative, adaptable approach focused on patient safety and evidence-based outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Facial Aesthetic Researcher

Self-employed

Jan 2020 - Dec 2024 (4 years 11 months)

Conducted clinical research and provided facial aesthetic treatments and international speaking engagements, publishing multiple peer-reviewed studies and presenting at international conferences between 2020 and 2024.

Clinical Research I PRF Ultrasound Guided Procedures Scientific Writing Public Speaking Regulatory Compliance

Dental Hygienist

Rothley Lodge Dental Practice

Jan 2019 - Dec 2024 (5 years 11 months)

Provided dental hygiene care in mixed private and public clinics, delivering preventive and non-surgical periodontal treatments and supporting clinic infection-control and patient management processes from 2019 to 2024.

Periodontal Therapy Patient Management Dental Software Radiographic Semiology

Dental Nurse

Ortho New

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 11 months)

Supported orthodontic treatments and clinic operations in a private Fortaleza practice, assisting with procedures, patient care and clinic administration from 2011 to 2013.

Orthodontic Assistance Chairside Support Clinical Practice Administration

Associate Dental Surgeon

Family Health Program (PSF)

Jan 2002 - Dec 2011 (9 years 11 months)

Delivered primary dental care and community oral-health services within PSF teams, including restorative, surgical and preventive treatments across municipal health units (2002–2011).

Primary Care Dental Restorations Minor Oral Surgery Community Health Patient Education Clinical Auditing Public Health

Dental Surgeon (Research Intern)

PIBIC / UEPB

Jan 2000 - Dec 2001 (1 year 11 months)

Conducted funded research on phytotherapeutic treatments for oral lesions and presented findings at national conferences during a 2000–2001 scholarship placement.

Clinical Research Phytotherapy Clinical Trials Data Collection Poster Presentations Oral Surgery

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Manchester

Master of Science, Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine

2022 - 2025

Activities and societies: Anatomy and facial dissection coursework; conference participation in related topics.

MSc in Skin Ageing and Aesthetic Medicine program (2022–2025).

GlobalEdulink

Diploma (Level 3), Skin Care Treatments

Diploma in Skin Care Treatments Level 3.

Elite Aesthetics Training Academy

Professional Training Certificate, Aesthetic Medicine

Professional training in complications, hyaluronidase use and first aid related to aesthetic procedures.

École Industrielle et Commerciale de la Ville d'Arlon

Certification in Management Knowledge, Management

Certification in Management Knowledge (Certification en Connaissances de Gestion).

State University of Paraíba

Bachelor's degree, Dental Medicine

Activities and societies: Undergraduate research (PIBIC/CNPq) on phytotherapy; clinical internships and multiple conference presentations.

Bachelor's degree in Dental Medicine (title attributed: Dental Surgeon); recognition comparable to a British bachelor's degree (NARIC ref. 3000017260).