Mauro Nunes, D.D.S., M.S.

Advisory Board Member

2022

General and Restorative Dentistry

Forbes Health Advisory Board Member

Dr. Mauro Nunes has an extensive 26-year background in restorative dentistry and currently teaches full-time at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in the division of comprehensive oral health, specializing in operative dentistry and biomaterials. His areas of interest include dentin and enamel adhesives, composite resins and tooth whitening systems.

Dr. Mauro Nunes has an extensive 26-year background in restorative dentistry and currently teaches full-time at the UNC Adams School of Dentistry in the division of comprehensive oral health, specializing in operative dentistry and biomaterials. His areas of interest include dentin and enamel adhesives, composite resins and tooth whitening systems.

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Board Certifications and Training

  • Board Certified Dentist — North Carolina Dental Board

Education

  • UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry (Certificate and Master's Degree, Operative Dentistry)
  • Federal University of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (D.D.S.)
  • University of São Paulo in São Paulo, Brazil (Master's Degree, Dental Materials)

Achievements

  • Author of several published articles within the field of esthetic and restorative dentistry
  • Author of published book chapters on dental bleaching and dental adhesion
  • Reviewer of scientific dental journals American Journal of Dentistry, Clinical Oral Investigations and Journal of Operative Dentistry
  • Member of the International Association for Dental Research, American Dental Education Association and Academy of Operative Dentistry

  • What Is A Root Canal?

    The prospect of undergoing a root canal is enough to flood many people with fear. Though we've learned to dread the very phrase, root canals are often highly successful dental procedures that are not any more uncomfortable than having a...

  • Tooth Extraction: What You Need To Know

    Tooth extractions aren’t fun, but sometimes they’re inevitable. If you’ve never experienced a tooth extraction, the process can seem daunting. What is a tooth extraction and when is it necessary to have one? We break down the procedure more here.

  • Dentures: Types And Costs

    Dentures—or removable appliances that can replace missing teeth—have roots dating back to even before George Washington’s famous set in the late 1700s. Unlike Washington’s historic dentures made of animal (and possibly human) teeth and ivory, however, modern-day dentures are typically...

  • Your Guide To Dental Cleaning

    Staying on top of routine dental cleanings can play an essential role in your overall health and well-being. In fact, routine dental cleanings can prevent more serious oral health complications like gum disease and dental cavities that can lead to...

  • How To Whiten Your Teeth At Home Safely

    Whitening your teeth can be done effectively and efficiently in the comfort of your own home. However, it’s important to understand the different methods available to you—and how to use them safely. Here’s everything you need to know about at-home...

  • Dental Implants: Everything You Need To Know

    Dental implants are a relatively new option for people with serious tooth problems. Pioneered about 50 years ago, dental implants have grown in popularity since the 1970s as an alternative to dentures or bridges to replace unhealthy or missing teeth....

  • Natural Teeth Whitening: Everything You Need To Know

    Thanks to tremendous advancements in dental health, many Americans can expect to have their own teeth their entire lives and not have to resort to dentures. However, the longer we keep our teeth, the more likely they are to become...

Health Philosophy

“It's fundamental to comprehensively understand patient needs, lifestyle and financial constraints to develop the appropriate treatment plan for each individual. Once this is successfully accomplished, the patient gains trust on the healthcare provider and motivation to take ownership of the disease or other issue that the body can have. From that point on, patients and providers work as a team to prevent, manage and treat diseases.”