Roger Moreira, MD, DMD, FACS, JD, MBA, PhD
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Raleigh, NC
Dr. Roger Moreira is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon providing expert care in Raleigh, NC. He specializes in full-scope oral surgery and comprehensive treatments, including surgical TMJ treatment, jaw surgery, wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, and tooth extractions.
Patients across the Triangle turn to Dr. Moreira for his clinical experience and compassionate approach to care.
Originally from Brazil, Dr. Moreira is an internationally trained oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over two decades of clinical and academic experience. He began his career as a full-time faculty member, treating patients and training residents in oral surgery.
Dr. Moreira graduated at the top of his dental school class and was honored as the most dedicated student in oral and maxillofacial surgery. His clinical interests include comprehensive facial trauma and reconstructive surgery, as well as both surgical and nonsurgical TMJ treatment.
His passion for the specialty is reflected not only in the care he provides to his patients but also in the collaborative relationships he builds with colleagues.
Dr. Moreira’s Oral Surgery Services
From routine tooth extractions to advanced surgical TMJ treatment, Dr. Moreira provides personalized care tailored to your unique health goals. Below are some of the services he offers.
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Certifications & Associations
- North Carolina Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (NCSOMS)
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (AAOMS)
- Brazilian College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Brazilian Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Latin American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Publications
- Prevalence of the systemic inflammatory response syndrome in patients who underwent orthognathic surgery. Silva ML, Ribeiro AF, Sato FRL, Moreira RWF.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2018 Jun;22(2):193-196. doi: 10.1007/s10006-018-0692-z. Epub 2018 Apr 11.PMID: 29644541
- In-vitro comparison of mechanical resistance between two straight plates and a Y-plate for fixation of mandibular condyle fractures. de Souza GM, Rodrigues DC, Celegatti Filho TS, Moreira RWF, Falci SGM.J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2018 Jan;46(1):168-172. doi: 10.1016/j.jcms.2017.11.005. Epub 2017 Nov 11.PMID: 29208487
- Evaluation of cyclic and linear mechanical resistance of prebent and manually-bent plates used for maxillary advancement in orthognathic surgery. Lauria A, de Medeiros RC, Rodrigues DC, Sato FR, Moreira RW.Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2016 Nov;54(9):987-991. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2016.07.030. Epub 2016 Sep 12.PMID: 27633905
- Mechanical and microstructural properties of fixation systems used in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Mendes MB, Medeiros RC, Lauria A, Marchiori É, Sawazaki R, Lopes ÉS, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2016 Mar;20(1):85-90. doi: 10.1007/s10006-015-0532-3. Epub 2015 Nov 13.PMID: 26563099
- Mechanical and photoelastic analysis of conventional screws and cannulated screws for sagittal split osteotomy fixation: a comparative study. Lima CJ, Falci SG, Rodrigues DC, Marchiori ÉC, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2015 Dec;19(4):397-402. doi: 10.1007/s10006-015-0511-8. Epub 2015 Jun 6.PMID: 26044646
- Analysis of residual stress and hardness in regions of pre-manufactured and manual bends in fixation plates for maxillary advancement. Araújo MM, Lauria A, Mendes MB, Claro AP, Claro CA, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2015 Dec;19(4):369-73. doi: 10.1007/s10006-015-0504-7. Epub 2015 May 6.PMID: 25944727
- Outcomes from mesenteric-portal axis resection during pancreatectomy. Amico EC, Alves JR, João SA, Moreira RW, da Silva Neto JL, de Medeiros JA.Arq Bras Cir Dig. 2014 Nov-Dec;27(4):268-71. doi: 10.1590/S0102-67202014000400009.PMID: 25626936 Free PMC article.
- Mechanical and photoelastic analysis of four different fixation methods for mandibular body fractures. Rodrigues DC, Falci SG, Lauria A, Marchiori ÉC, Moreira RW.J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2015 Apr;43(3):306-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jcms.2014.11.021. Epub 2014 Nov 28.PMID: 25596966
- Development plates for stable internal fixation: Study of mechanical resistance in simulated fractures of the mandibular condyle. Celegatti Filho TS, Rodrigues DC, Lauria A, Moreira RW, Consani S.J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2015 Jan;43(1):158-61. doi: 10.1016/j.jcms.2014.10.029. Epub 2014 Nov 5.PMID: 25439088
- Bilateral alloplastic prostheses for temporomandibular joint reconstruction in a patient with ankylosing spondylitis. de Oliveira-Neto PJ, Marchiori EC, de Almeida Lopes MC, Moreira RW.Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr. 2014 Jun;7(2):149-53. doi: 10.1055/s-0034-1371546. Epub 2014 Mar 4.PMID: 25050151 Free PMC article.
- Perception of oral and maxillofacial surgeons, orthodontists and laypersons in relation to the harmony of the smile. Lauria A, Rodrigues DC, de Medeiros RC, Moreira RW.J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2014 Dec;42(8):1664-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jcms.2014.05.010. Epub 2014 May 22.PMID: 24969767
- Clinical, radiographic, and histological analyses of calcium phosphate cement as filling material in maxillary sinus lift surgery. Sverzut AT, Rodrigues DC, Lauria A, Armando RS, de Oliveira PT, Moreira RW.Clin Oral Implants Res. 2015 Jun;26(6):633-8. doi: 10.1111/clr.12346. Epub 2014 Feb 6.PMID: 24502772
- Biomechanical strength analysis of mini anchors for the temporomandibular joint. Lauria A, Rodrigues DC, Sato FR, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2014 Dec;18(4):425-30. doi: 10.1007/s10006-013-0431-4. Epub 2013 Sep 24.PMID: 24062014
- Importance of occlusal plane reproduction on the semi-adjustable articulator in planning maxillary impactions for orthognathic surgery. Marchiori EC, Garcia RR, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013 Jun;17(2):109-14. doi: 10.1007/s10006-012-0353-6. Epub 2012 Aug 7.PMID: 23011674
- Condylar Resorption After Orthognathic Surgery: A Systematic Review. de Moraes PH, Rizzati-Barbosa CM, Olate S, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.Int J Morphol. 2012 Sep;30(3):1023-1028. doi: 10.4067/S0717-95022012000300042.PMID: 28066126
- Occurrence of dental avulsion and associated injuries in patients with facial trauma over a 9-year period. Marchiori EC, Santos SE, Asprino L, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013 Jun;17(2):119-26. doi: 10.1007/s10006-012-0354-5. Epub 2012 Aug 7.PMID: 22868986
- Prospective study of postoperative sensory disturbances after surgical treatment of mandibular fractures. Mayrink G, Moreira RW, Araujo MM.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013 Mar;17(1):27-31. doi: 10.1007/s10006-012-0328-7. Epub 2012 May 3.PMID: 22552789
- Maxillofacial trauma and seat belt: a 10-year retrospective study. Mendes M, Borba M, Sawazaki R, Asprino L, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013 Mar;17(1):21-5. doi: 10.1007/s10006-012-0323-z. Epub 2012 May 1.PMID: 22547385
- Skeletal stability after inferior maxillary repositioning without interpositional graft. Santos SE, Moreira RW, de Moraes M, Asprino L, Araujo MM.Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012 Apr;41(4):477-81. doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2011.11.009. Epub 2011 Dec 20.PMID: 22192387
- Preoperative incisor inclination in patients with Class III dentofacial deformities treated with orthognathic surgery. Pereira-Stabile CL, Ochs MW, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012 Sep;50(6):533-6. doi: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2011.10.016. Epub 2011 Dec 10.PMID: 22155076
- Mandibular buccal bifurcation cyst: a case report and literature review. Santos SE, Sato FR, Sawazaki R, Asprino L, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.J Dent Child (Chic). 2011 Jan-Apr;78(1):62-5.PMID: 22041012 Review.
- Technique for a single-time correction of arteriovenous fistula aneurysm in conjuction with creation of a new venous drainage pathway. Moreira RW, Pinheiro LV, de Almeida JB.J Vasc Access. 2012 Jan-Mar;13(1):118-21. doi: 10.5301/jva.5000002.PMID: 21786244
- Surgical complications of mandibular condylar fractures. Lima SM Jr, Asprino L, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jul;22(4):1512-5. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31821d4c6f.PMID: 21778851
- Variables related to surgical and nonsurgical treatment of zygomatic complex fracture. Olate S, Lima SM Jr, Sawazaki R, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jul;22(4):1200-2. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31821c0ce4.PMID: 21772219
- Pattern and treatment of facial trauma in pediatric and adolescent patients. Muñante-Cárdenas JL, Olate S, Asprino L, de Albergaria Barbosa JR, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jul;22(4):1251-5. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31821c696c.PMID: 21772206
- Cervicofacial pain associated with Eagle’s syndrome misdiagnosed as trigeminal neuralgia. Mayrink G, Figueiredo EP, Sato FR, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012 Jun;16(2):207-10. doi: 10.1007/s10006-011-0276-7. Epub 2011 Jul 1.PMID: 21720752
- A comparison of motorcycle and bicycle accidents in oral and maxillofacial trauma. Júnior SM, Santos SE, Kluppel LE, Asprino L, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012 Mar;70(3):577-83. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2011.03.035. Epub 2011 Jun 12.PMID: 21665346
- A retrospective analysis of submental intubation in maxillofacial trauma patients. Lima SM Jr, Asprino L, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2011 Jul;69(7):2001-5. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2010.10.017. Epub 2011 Mar 2.PMID: 21367502
- Temporal abscess after third molar extraction in the mandible. de Oliveira Neto PJ, de Souza Maliska MC, Sawazaki R, Asprino L, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012 Mar;16(1):107-10. doi: 10.1007/s10006-011-0262-0. Epub2011 Feb 12.PMID: 21318264
- Aspergillosis of the maxillary sinus associated with a zygomatic implant. Sato FR, Sawazaki R, Berretta D, Moreira RW, Vargas PA, de Almeida OP.J Am Dent Assoc. 2010 Oct;141(10):1231-5. doi: 10.14219/jada.archive.2010.0050.PMID: 20884925
- Mandibular fractures in a group of Brazilian subjects under 18 years of age: Aepidemiological analysis. Muñante-Cárdenas JL, Asprino L, De Moraes M, Albergaria-Barbosa JR, Moreira RW.Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2010 Nov;74(11):1276-80. doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2010.08.004. Epub2010 Sep 24.PMID: 20869778
- Surgical approaches and fixation patterns in zygomatic complex fractures. Olate S, Lima SM Jr, Sawazaki R, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Craniofac Surg. 2010 Jul;21(4):1213-7. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e3181e1b2b7.PMID: 20613614
- A 9-year retrospective study of dental trauma in Piracicaba and neighboring regions in the State of São Paulo, Brazil. Santos SE, Marchiori EC, Soares AJ, Asprino L, de Souza Filho FJ, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Aug;68(8):1826-32. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2009.10.006. Epub2010 May 20.PMID: 20493614
- Oral myiasis caused by Cochliomyia hominivorax treated nonsurgically with nitrofurazone: report of 2 cases. Lima Júnior SM, Asprino L, Prado AP, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2010 Mar;109(3):e70-3. doi: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2009.11.014.PMID: 20219589
- Influence of diameter and length of implant on early dental implant failure. Olate S, Lyrio MC, de Moraes M, Mazzonetto R, Moreira RW.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Feb;68(2):414-9. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2009.10.002.PMID: 20116716
- Incidence and patterns of mandibular condyle fractures. Sawazaki R, Lima Júnior SM, Asprino L, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Jun;68(6):1252-9. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2009.03.064. Epub 2009 Nov 25.PMID: 19939534
- Oral myiasis caused by Cochliomyia hominivorax treated with ivermectin and nitrofurazone: case report. Sato FR, Perez MA, Santos SE, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.Gen Dent. 2009 Nov-Dec;57(6):e55-8.PMID: 21467006
- Implant migration into maxillary sinus: description of two asymptomatic cases. Kluppel LE, Santos SE, Olate S, Freire Filho FW, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Mar;14(1):63-6. doi: 10.1007/s10006-009-0184-2.PMID: 19865837
- Eight-year retrospective study of odontogenic origin infections in a postgraduation program on oral and maxillofacial surgery. Sato FR, Hajala FA, Freire Filho FW, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2009 May;67(5):1092-7. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2008.09.008.PMID: 19375023
- The effect of low-intensity laser therapy on bone healing around titanium implants: a histometric study in rabbits. Pereira CL, Sallum EA, Nociti FH Jr, Moreira RW.Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2009 Jan-Feb;24(1):47-51.PMID: 19344024
- Histological and histomorphometric analyses of calcium phosphate cement in rabbit calvaria. Cavalcanti SC, Pereira CL, Mazzonetto R, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2008 Sep;36(6):354-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jcms.2008.02.005. Epub 2008 Apr 21.PMID: 18424059
- The influence of tobacco on early dental implant failure. Sverzut AT, Stabile GA, de Moraes M, Mazzonetto R, Moreira RW.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2008 May;66(5):1004-9. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2008.01.032.PMID: 18423293
- Endosseous implant placement in conjunction with inferior alveolar nerve transposition: a report of an unusual complication and surgical management. Luna AH, Passeri LA, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2008 Jan-Feb;23(1):133-6.PMID: 18416424
- Traumatic intrusion of maxillary permanent incisors into the nasal cavity: report of a case. Luna AH, Moreira RW, de Moraes M.Dent Traumatol. 2008 Apr;24(2):244-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-9657.2007.00524.x.PMID: 18352934
- Oral manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus: lupus nephritis–report of a case. Sverzut AT, Allais M, Mazzonetto R, de Moraes M, Passeri LA, Moreira RW.Gen Dent. 2008 Jan-Feb;56(1):35-41.PMID: 18254558
- Complications of intraoral donor site for bone grafting prior to implant placement. Silva FM, Cortez AL, Moreira RW, Mazzonetto R.Implant Dent. 2006 Dec;15(4):420-6. doi: 10.1097/01.id.0000246225.51298.67.PMID: 17172961
- A retrospective study of the potential complications during alveolar distraction osteogenesis in 55 patients. Mazzonetto R, Allais M, Maurette PE, Moreira RW.Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007 Jan;36(1):6-10. doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2006.06.014. Epub 2006 Dec 12.PMID: 17166700
- Traumatic subcutaneous emphysema of the face associated with paranasal sinus fractures: a prospective study. Brasileiro BF, Cortez AL, Asprino L, Passeri LA, De Moraes M, Mazzonetto R, Moreira RW.J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2005 Aug;63(8):1080-7. doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2005.04.007.PMID: 16094572
- Evaluation of different treatments for oroantral/oronasal communications: experience of 112 cases. Abuabara A, Cortez AL, Passeri LA, de Moraes M, Moreira RW.Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2006 Feb;35(2):155-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2005.04.024. Epub 2005 Jun 13.PMID: 15955666
- Tooth fragment embedded in the lower lip after dental trauma: case reports. da Silva AC, de Moraes M, Bastos EG, Moreira RW, Passeri LA.Dent Traumatol. 2005 Apr;21(2):115-20. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-9657.2004.00282.x.PMID: 15773891
- Incidence of dental trauma associated with facial trauma in Brazil: a 1-year evaluation. Da Silva AC, Passeri LA, Mazzonetto R, De Moraes M, Moreira RW.Dent Traumatol. 2004 Feb;20(1):6-11. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-4469.2004.00212.x.PMID: 14998409
- Nasolabial cyst: case report. Pereira Filho VA, Silva AC, Moraes Md, Moreira RW, Villalba H.Braz Dent J. 2002;13(3):212-4. doi: 10.1590/s0103-64402002000300015.PMID: 12428600 Review.
- Garcia GR, Garcia RR, Prado LDF, Estrela CB, Moreira RWF. Platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF), treatment option for closing oroantral communication in an oncologic patient: a review and case report. Int J Adv Res. 2025 Oct;13(10):109–113. doi: 10.21474/IJAR01/21891.
- Garcia RR, da Silveira TR, Freitas GP, Moreira RWF, Inácio MEC. Microvascularized fibula reconstruction for the treatment of recurrent primary meningioma: a case report with seven years of follow up. Braz J Health Rev. 2025;8(5). doi: 10.34119/bjhrv8n5-112.
Dr. Roger Moreira, Oral Surgeon in Raleigh, NC
You will find Dr. Roger Moreira at our office in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday Drive, where advanced technology and a patient-first approach deliver exceptional surgical outcomes.
Meet Dr. Moreira: Beyond Oral Surgery
Outside of the office, Dr. Moreira enjoys spending time with his family and watching soccer games, a passion he carries from his Brazilian roots. He is also an avid traveler who enjoys exploring new cultures, participating in 5K races, and listening to music.
