Dr. Cristina Muñoz

Maxillofacial & Facial Plastic Surgeon · MD, MSc, PhD

Cristina Muñoz

Where the exactitude of maxillofacial surgery meets the art of facial proportion. A specialist trained across four continents, with +31 published scientific articles.

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The Philosophy

Dr. Cristina Muñoz

Beauty is not created.
It is revealed.

Every face evolves, a living masterpiece shaped by time, structure, and proportion. Dr. Muñoz approaches each consultation with the scientific rigor of a maxillofacial specialist and the sensitivity of an artist who understands that beauty lies in transitions, not in transformation.

The result is not a new face, it is the truest, most luminous version of your own.

Beyond Aesthetics. True luxury is peace of mind. Entrusting your face to a surgical specialist means having the advanced medical capability to resolve any clinical scenario with absolute confidence.

+30

Published Scientific Articles

Aesthetic Plast Surg · Am J Cosmetic Surgery · J Cosmet Dermatol

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Focused on aesthetic medicine

Grounded in maxillofacial surgery, now dedicated exclusively to facial aesthetics and anatomical precision

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Continents as International Speaker

Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia

Dr. Cristina Muñoz

Cristina Muñoz, MD, MSc, PhD

Academic training
of international prestige.

  • 2010-2016 Medicine Degree (MD), Universidad de Salamanca
  • 2018-2023 Residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Hospital Río Hortega, Valladolid
  • 2022-2023 Master's in Advanced Aesthetic Techniques & Laser (MSc), CEU San Pablo, Madrid
  • 2023-2024 1-Year Certified Fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery, Beirut — SECPF-endorsed
  • 2025 Medical Title Validation — Dubai Health Authority (DHA), UAE
  • 2026 PhD in Medicine with International Mention, Universidad de Salamanca

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Facial Plastic Surgery

Volume-Centric Approach

Superior Blepharoplasty

A refined, volume-preserving upper eyelid surgery that restores a rested, open gaze without overcorrection. Dr. Muñoz's approach prioritises the preservation of periorbital fat and youthful architecture — avoiding the 'operated' look. Published author on upper blepharoplasty in the Springer Handbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2026).

Duration
1-4 hours
Anesthesia
Local + Sedation
Recovery
7-15 days
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Aesthetic Medicine

Treatments grounded in original published research. Each face, an evolving masterpiece, treated with precision, never with uniformity.

Volume & Facial Transitions

Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

Specialised in mandibular contouring, sunken eyes, tear trough, and tear valley. Using cohesive polydensified matrix (CPM) technology exclusively with micro-cannula technique for precise, lump-free results. Dr. Muñoz treats the face as an evolving masterpiece, the Importance of Facial Transitions means each injection considers the interplay between zones, not isolated features.

Eyes · Tear Trough · Tear Valley

Periorbital Excellence

Original published techniques for sunken eyes, periorbital hollowing, and palpebromalar groove: the Matador Stab and Moose Technique, both published in peer-reviewed journals. International speaker on periorbital treatment in Dubai, Turkey, Portugal, Peru, and Egypt. A specialty that demands surgical-level anatomical knowledge.

Skin Quality & Bio-remodelling

Biostimulators

Biostimulator protocols for deep collagen induction, skin hydration, and laxity — including calcium hydroxyapatite for progressive skin revitalisation of face, neck, and décolleté. Results build over weeks and compound beautifully. International speaker on body biostimulators at MAX Studio Dubai (2025).

Botulinum Toxin · Prevention

Neuromodulators

Precision injections rooted in original anatomical research. Co-author of the Omega Sign and MOOSE Technique (Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology), Dr. Muñoz holds a PhD in botulinum toxin and facial expression, specializing in advanced aesthetic rejuvenation and therapeutic care.

Advanced Technology

Quantum by
InMode

The most advanced cannula-assisted radiofrequency technology available with or without micro-liposuction, for non-surgical definition of the chin, jawline, and lower face.

For patients who want to improve the jawline and submental region without surgery, without scars, and without the recovery of a traditional procedure; Quantum delivers measurable definition through precision energy delivery to fat and skin simultaneously.

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Radiofrequency-Assisted Lipolysis

Cannula-delivered radiofrequency energy precisely targets submental and jowl fat while simultaneously heating the overlying skin, stimulating collagen contraction for immediate and progressive tightening.

Scar-Free Results

Unlike surgical lifting, Quantum requires only micro-entry points invisible to the naked eye. No incisions, no drains, no visible healing, only refined contour.

The Surgical Alternative

Ideal for patients who are not candidates for surgery, those who choose to defer a procedure, or those who simply want the best non-invasive technology for chin and jawline definition.

Combined Protocol

Can be paired with biostimulators, neuromodulators, or hyaluronic acid fillers to amplify results — a comprehensive, scar-free programme for full lower face rejuvenation.

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Science in service of beauty.

Scientific Work

Research &
Publications

With +31 publications in international indexed journals, Dr. Muñoz actively advances the global standard of facial surgery and aesthetic medicine. Her PhD thesis, awarded with International Mention, focused on botulinum toxin and its role in facial expression, underpinning several of her original published techniques.

  • Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • Am. Journal of Cosmetic Surgery
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Cirugía Española
  • Frontiers in Medicine
  • Springer Surgical Handbooks

  1. Resolving the Controversy Surrounding the Function of the Corrugator Supercilii Muscle. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2024.

  2. The Overlooked Sad Face Expression: Understanding the Omega Sign in Botulinum Toxin Treatment. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025.

  3. Moose Technique: A New Anatomical Perspective Treatment in Botulinum Toxin. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2025.

  4. Optimized Closure Sequence for Skin Flap Adaptation in Deep Plane Lifting and Necklift. Am J Cosmetic Surgery. 2025.

  5. Upper Blepharoplasty. Handbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Springer. 2026.

  6. The Hybrid Filler Technique: A 5-Year Retrospective Analysis. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2024.

  7. Direct Lip Lift: The Sashimi Technique. Am J Cosmetic Surgery. 2023.

  8. Role of Hyperbaric Oxygen in Filler-Induced Vascular Occlusion. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2024.

+ 23 additional publications in international indexed journals

Professional Development · For Physicians

Specialised Medical
Training

Dr. Muñoz offers specialised mentorship and training programmes for aesthetic medicine physicians and surgeon, combining published scientific research with advanced hands-on technique, across Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

  • Hands-On Workshops Intensive, practical training designed for medical practitioners to master advanced facial techniques.
  • International Congresses Speaker and trainer at conferences across Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
  • 1-to-1 Mentorship Personalised guidance for practitioners seeking to advance their injection and surgical skills.
  • Online Masterclasses Structured video-based learning modules on published proprietary techniques.

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Privacy & Discretion

Your results,
your decision.

Dr. Muñoz holds the profound respect of patient confidentiality. Results are only shared with explicit, written consent. Patients who authorise their outcomes do so voluntarily, and their work is showcased on Instagram.

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Dr. Cristina Muñoz in consultation

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