Dr Cristina Mudrenco

Over the years, I have had the privilege of working alongside doctors with remarkable experience, but those who have had the greatest influence on my professional development are Dr Maria Taban-Hajnal, Dr Valeria Ștefănescu and Dr Liana Andruseac. They have inspired me through their modern approach, the natural way in which they interact with patients, and their constant attention to detail. These are principles that I have naturally incorporated into my daily practice and which continue to guide my work.

For me, trust begins right from the very first moments of our conversation. I try to create a space where the patient feels they can speak openly. People can tell straight away when they are understood and when genuine time is set aside for them. I explain each stage of the treatment in clear language, we discuss expectations and any concerns, and together we draw up a realistic plan. I firmly believe that transparency, empathy and consistency in communication are fundamental to building a solid and lasting relationship with every patient.

I always try to show my patients that orthodontics is about much more than just a beautiful smile. Properly guided treatment improves function, creates a balanced bite, makes oral hygiene easier and reduces the risk of tooth decay or periodontal disease. Furthermore, it protects the temporomandibular joint and contributes to long-term oral health. 

The most common misconception is that orthodontics is purely about aesthetics or that it is only for children. In reality, modern orthodontic treatments are suitable for people of all ages, and the functional benefits are just as important as the aesthetic ones.

I always start with a comprehensive assessment: digital scans, X-rays and photographs to gain a clear understanding of the clinical situation. This is followed by an open discussion with the patient, during which we clarify their wishes, priorities and level of comfort with the various options. I combine the clinical diagnosis with the patient’s expectations to create a personalised plan. For me, success is the alignment between the ideal medical outcome and what the patient wants.

I recommend aligners when the patient wants a discreet, comfortable treatment that is easy to keep clean, and the malocclusion is suitable for this type of tooth movement.

Braces are the optimal solution in complex cases requiring stricter three-dimensional control, significant rotations or difficult tooth movements. I often choose the system based on biomechanical objectives, not just aesthetic preferences.

Without a doubt, the transformations. The moment when the patient sees their final smile. It is that instant when I know that my work has made a real difference to their well-being, and that remains my greatest motivation.

One of the cases that impressed me the most was that of a young patient who was very self-conscious about his smile. Throughout the treatment, I saw how, little by little, he began to gain confidence, and the end result went far beyond the aesthetic aspect. He changed emotionally: he was more open, more self-assured, and told me that, for the first time, he was smiling in photographs. For me, transformations like this are the most precious.

The intraoral scanner, digital planning, 3D analysis software, MODJAW4D technology and custom aligners enable me to provide much more precise, predictable and comfortable treatments. This technology speeds up processes and reduces errors, thereby enhancing the patient experience.

Sport, travel and spending time in nature are my favourite ways to ‘reset’. They help me switch off completely and return to the practice feeling energised and with a clear head.