Clínica Teresa Longo is a specialist orthodontic and facial orthopedics clinic based in São Luís, the capital of Maranhão, Brazil. With more than 30 years of experience, the clinic is one of the longest-established and most respected orthodontic practices in São Luís. Located in the Monumental Shopping, Sala 243, in the Jardim Renascença district, the clinic is led by Dra. Teresa Longo (CRO-MA 1140) and supported by a team of four additional specialist dentists — all CRO-MA registered. Clínica Teresa Longo holds the designation of Invisalign Doctor, confirming its status as a certified provider of Invisalign clear aligner therapy in São Luís.
Over three decades, Clínica Teresa Longo has built a legacy of clinical excellence and patient trust in São Luís, evolving alongside advances in orthodontic technology while maintaining its commitment to personalized, thorough care. The clinic's comprehensive offering — from conventional metal braces to invisible aligners and jaw orthopedics — makes it a destination of choice for patients across all age groups in São Luís and Maranhão seeking orthodontic correction and facial balance improvement.
Treatments & Specialties
Clínica Teresa Longo in São Luís specializes in orthodontics and related disciplines, offering a broad range of treatment options:
- Invisalign clear aligners — as a certified Invisalign Doctor, the clinic provides customized transparent aligner therapy using the world's leading clear aligner system, ideal for adults and teenagers who prefer a discreet treatment option
- Metal braces — traditional fixed orthodontic appliances offering reliable, cost-effective alignment correction
- Sapphire brackets — translucent ceramic brackets that blend with the natural tooth color for a more aesthetic appearance during treatment
- Ceramic braces — tooth-colored ceramic brackets combining aesthetics with the effectiveness of fixed appliances
- Self-ligating systems — advanced bracket systems that reduce friction and can accelerate treatment timelines
- Facial orthopedics (ortopedia facial) — functional appliances used primarily in growing patients to guide jaw development and correct skeletal discrepancies before they become structural problems
- Periodontics — gum health assessment and treatment to ensure an ideal foundation for orthodontic work
- Restorative & aesthetic dentistry — complementary services to complete smile improvements alongside orthodontic treatment
- Preventive care — oral health maintenance and guidance throughout treatment to protect teeth and gums
Technology & Facilities
Clínica Teresa Longo integrates both time-tested orthodontic expertise and modern treatment technology in São Luís. As a designated Invisalign Doctor, the clinic uses the Invisalign digital planning system (ClinCheck) to design and simulate clear aligner treatment outcomes in three dimensions before therapy begins. The range of bracket systems — from conventional metal to sapphire and self-ligating options — reflects the clinic's investment in providing patients with the most suitable technology for their individual needs and preferences. The Monumental Shopping facility offers a modern, accessible clinical environment in the heart of Jardim Renascença, one of São Luís' prime commercial areas.
Why Choose Clínica Teresa Longo in São Luís
With over 30 years in orthodontic practice in São Luís, Clínica Teresa Longo offers patients the rare combination of extensive clinical experience and access to the latest treatment technologies. Dra. Teresa Longo and her team of four additional specialists provide a breadth of expertise that allows the clinic to handle orthodontic cases of all complexities — from simple alignment corrections to complex jaw orthopedic interventions. The clinic's Invisalign Doctor certification is a mark of quality and commitment to advanced aligner therapy, making Clínica Teresa Longo the preferred destination in São Luís for patients seeking discreet, effective orthodontic treatment. The clinic's three decades of presence in São Luís have resulted in generations of satisfied patients who return for their own children's orthodontic care.
Patient Experience
At Clínica Teresa Longo in São Luís, appointments are scheduled individually to ensure that each patient receives dedicated attention from the specialist team. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm, accommodating working adults, students, and families with a range of appointment times. The team's approach is thorough and communicative: patients receive detailed explanations of their diagnosis, proposed treatment options, expected timelines, and aesthetic outcomes before committing to a treatment plan. This transparency, combined with more than 30 years of track record in São Luís, gives patients the confidence that their orthodontic care is in highly experienced hands.
Location & Access
Clínica Teresa Longo is located in Monumental Shopping, Sala 243, in the Jardim Renascença district of São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. Jardim Renascença is one of the city's most centrally accessible and commercially vibrant neighborhoods, situated on major arterial roads connecting different zones of São Luís. The Monumental Shopping complex provides easy parking and a comfortable, air-conditioned environment for patients visiting the clinic. The location in the heart of Jardim Renascença makes Clínica Teresa Longo accessible to patients from across São Luís, including from the northern peninsula, Cohama, Calhau, and the central districts of the city.
