Dr Helena Avelar
Restorative dentistry
Education · Degree in Dentistry · continuing education in adhesive dentistry and clinical photography.
ORLA · Oral Clinic · Rio de Janeiro
Restorative dentistry and oral rehabilitation, with ongoing clinical care.
ORLA was conceived by Helena Avelar and Tomás Nogueira to bring diagnosis, prevention, conservative cosmetic care, prosthodontics and implant dentistry into one coordinated clinical plan.
Our story
A clinic shaped by two complementary clinical backgrounds.
Helena Avelar developed her practice around restorative dentistry, prevention and conservative cosmetic care. Tomás Nogueira followed a path through prosthodontics, implant dentistry and oral rehabilitation.
ORLA was created so these decisions would not happen separately. The clinic connects assessment, preservation, function, aesthetics and maintenance in a pathway followed by the same clinicians.
Discover the clinicYour clinicians
The people behind ORLA.
Two clinical perspectives that meet in every treatment plan — with education, expertise and clinical focus presented clearly.
Dr Tomás Nogueira
Prosthodontics and implant dentistry
Education · Degree in Dentistry · continuing education in digital planning and oral rehabilitation.
Expertise and treatments
What the team cares for at the clinic.
The clinic's core expertise guides preventive, restorative, orthodontic and rehabilitative care without fragmenting the plan.
Restorative dentistry
Conservative restorations, prevention and cosmetic planning that prioritises preserving healthy tooth structure.
›Prosthodontics and implants
Rehabilitation of missing or worn teeth, from the surgical stage through prosthetic maintenance.
›Orthodontics and clear aligners
Assessment of tooth position, bite and gum health before recommending orthodontic movement.
›Prevention and gum health
Regular visits, hygiene support and monitoring of the tissues that support the teeth.
›Conservative cosmetic dentistry
Whitening, direct restorations and veneers are discussed according to indication and level of intervention.
›First consultation
An assessment that leaves you with clear priorities and next steps.
You meet one of the clinicians, receive a clinical assessment and understand which records or complementary evaluations are genuinely useful for your case.
The purpose is to understand what brought you in, organise priorities and explain alternatives. If additional records are useful, you will understand the reason for each one before moving forward.
Understand your first visit
Precision in support of care
Well-documented diagnosis. Planning you can follow.
Clinical photography, diagnostic imaging, scanning and laboratory work can support more precise decisions. Technology is used when it adds clarity — never as a substitute for clinical assessment.
- Assessment
- Clinical information and history inform every indication.
- Planning
- Alternatives and stages are explained before a decision.
- Follow-up
- Review and maintenance form part of care.
Two settings designed around everyday life in Rio.
Two conceptual Rio locations, presented without invented addresses, phone numbers or opening hours.
South Zone
Ipanema
Care designed around the everyday rhythm of Rio's South Zone.
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West Zone
Barra da Tijuca
A care concept designed for the everyday pace of Rio's West Zone.
View location information ›Questions new patients often ask.
Objective information for people getting to know the clinic and considering their next step.
What happens at the first consultation?+
We start with what brought you in. The assessment then looks at your teeth, gums, bite and function. Additional records are requested only when they support diagnosis.
Does the assessment include treatment?+
Not necessarily. The first visit is designed to understand your needs and explain options, priorities and next steps before you decide.
Can I tell the team that I feel anxious?+
Yes. Sharing discomfort, previous experiences or accessibility needs helps the team conduct the appointment at a pace that works for you.
When will I receive options and costs?+
Following the assessment, suitable options, their stages and related costs should be clearly presented before treatment begins.
Should I bring previous records?+
If you have recent radiographs, reports or records, they may be useful. The team will decide whether new records are actually needed.
Does this website replace a dental assessment?+
No. The content is informational and provides no diagnosis. ORLA is a fictional portfolio concept and does not provide care.
Portfolio concept · GCR Studio
Your first step can be straightforward.
Choose a location, a general reason and a language to preview an appointment request. As this is a concept, no information is sent.