I'm Guillermo Cano Verdugo, a trained dentist with a master's degree and a doctorate in science. I have dedicated the last five years to teaching, research and private practice in dentistry. During this time, I collaborated in large multidiscplinary teams to get results in benefit of oral and overall health, creating biomarkers for detection of oral lesiones and implementing interventions for promoting early detection. Additionaly, I have the amazing opportunity to colaborate in the community outreach program to support them in the promotion of their health.
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Dentistry. Master's and Doctorate in sciences.
RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health, Dentistry, Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Urban Mobility Experiences and Perceived Stress Along a High-Intensity Corridor in a Mexican Border City Francisco Isaías Rivera-Meza, Jaime Wenceslao Parra-Moroyoqui, José Leonardo Jiménez-Ortiz, Omar Arodi Flores-Laguna, Guillermo Cano-Verdugo, et al. Future Transportation, 2026 Urban mobility is increasingly conceptualized as a multidimensional, user-centered domain of transport system evaluation with potential implications for population health. This study examined the association between user-reported urban mobility experiences and perceived stress among adults using a high-intensity corridor in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. A quantitative cross-sectional analytical study was conducted with 423 participants using the Urban Mobility Experiences Scale (UMES) and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-14). Spearman’s correlation analyses showed inverse associations between perceived stress and several mobility dimensions, although only Sustainability and Urban Environment remained statistically significant after Bonferroni correction (ρ = −0.266; p < 0.001). In multivariate analysis, Sustainability and Urban Environment, Accessibility and Connectivity, and Travel Time and Efficiency were retained as significant predictors, jointly explaining 14.1% of the variance in perceived stress (R2 = 0.141; f2 = 0.152). These findings suggest that multidimensional urban mobility experiences, particularly environmental and accessibility conditions, are associated with perceived stress beyond traditional operational indicators in high-intensity urban corridors.
Effectiveness of the “Artistic Expression” Course in the Development of Soft Skills in Dentistry Students Micaela Abigail Moyoli‐Navarro, Renzo Soriano‐Salvador, Claudio Peña‐Soto, Guillermo Cano‐Verdugo Journal of Dental Education, 2026 IntroductionSoft skills (SS) are essential in dentistry, fostering effective communication, teamwork, and empathy. Artistic expression, through activities like theater and music, enhances these competencies. A private dentistry institution in Peru incorporated an “artistic expression” elective course to strengthen communication, critical thinking, and leadership in dental students. This study evaluates the course's effectiveness in developing SS, aiming to support art‐based strategies in dental education and promote well‐rounded professional training for improved patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration.MethodsAn analytical, longitudinal, pre‐experimental design was used, where the impact of the course was measured through a pre‐test and post‐test. The post‐test was administered immediately after the 16‐week course concluded. The questionnaire was validated through expert judgment, and a pilot test was conducted to ensure its reliability. The McNemar non‐parametric test was used in the study, and significance was obtained through a Spearman correlation.ResultsThe results showed a significant increase in positive responses between the pre‐test and post‐test, with significant differences in three items (11, 14, and 30): students indicated that they were able to manage conflicts, lead activities or projects, and remind peers of established times (p > 0.05). Additionally, a significant difference was observed in the intergroup analysis, with a tendency toward a high level in the post‐test (pre‐test: 28.67 ± 3.51 vs. post‐test: 30.03 ± 2.50; rho = 0.68), but without significant intragroup changes by application level, as well as in the dimensions of communication skills, leadership skills, and initiative, showing a moderate effect (p > 0.05).ConclusionThe findings suggest that the “Artistic Expression” course effectively contributes to the development of SS in future health professionals, which is crucial for their performance in the job market.
Psychometric Design and Validation of the Urban Mobility Experiences Scale Jaime Wenceslao Parra-Moroyoqui, Francisco Isaías Rivera-Meza, José Leonardo Jiménez-Ortiz, Omar Arodi Flores-Laguna, Guillermo Cano-Verdugo, et al. Urban Science, 2026 Urban mobility plays a key role in territorial equity, access to services, and population well-being, as unfavorable mobility experiences are associated with stress and physical and mental deterioration. However, in Latin American and border cities, validated instruments for comprehensively assessing these experiences remain scarce. This study aimed to design and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Urban Mobility Experiences Scale [UMES]. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 423 adults from Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, selected through convenience sampling. The initial UMES consisted of 24 items distributed across five conceptual dimensions. Content validity was assessed by nine experts using Aiken’s V coefficient, while construct validity was examined through exploratory factor analysis with principal axis factoring and PROMAX rotation. Data adequacy was verified using the Kaiser–Meyer–Olkin index and Bartlett’s test of sphericity. Internal consistency was estimated using McDonald’s Omega. All items demonstrated adequate content validity (V ≥ 0.80). Five factors were identified, explaining 53.6% of the total variance, with factor loadings above 0.40. Reliability was acceptable across all dimensions (ω ≥ 0.70), and overall internal consistency was high (ω = 0.912). The UMES is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing urban mobility experiences in intermediate and border cities and may inform evidence-based policies promoting equity, sustainability, and urban well-being.
Effect of protein supplements on the surface roughness of three nanohybrid composite resins: in vitro study Revista Cubana De Estomatologia, 2026
Oral Health, Periodontal Status, and Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Pilot Study Norma Cruz-Fierro, Myriam Angélica de la Garza-Ramos, Sara Sáenz-Rangel, María Concepción Treviño Tijerina, Guillermo Cano-Verdugo, et al. Oral Health Diseases Therapies and Technologies, 2026 Background: Cognitive aging is a physiological process that involves gradual and mild changes in mental functions. When these changes significantly affect cognitive performance, it is considered cognitive decline. Objective: This analytical cross-sectional pilot study examined the association between periodontal status, systemic conditions, and cognitive performance in middle-aged and older adults. Methods: Forty adults aged 35–59 years (n = 20) and ≥60 years (n = 20) from northeastern Mexico were evaluated. Oral assessments included the Modified Gingival Index and detection of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum using qPCR. Cognitive function was evaluated with the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), and frailty with the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) and Oral Frailty Checklist (OF-5). Systemic medical history and oral hygiene habits were determined using a questionnaire. Results: MMSE scores were lower in older adults compared with middle-aged adults, and the magnitude of the difference was small. The presence of P. gingivalis or F. nucleatum was similar between groups. Frailty indicators were more prevalent in older adults. Logistic regression identified age and frailty-related variables as the strongest predictors of lower cognitive performance, whereas microbiological findings were not significant predictors. Conclusions: Age and frailty indicators, rather than bacterial presence alone, were associated with reduced cognitive performance in this pilot sample. Although no microbiological differences were observed, the findings highlight the need for larger analytical studies incorporating quantitative bacterial load and additional confounders to better understand the oral–systemic–cognitive interactions.
Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence of viral infections in acute apical abscesses José Ángel Hernández-Mariano, Gustavo Adolfo Sánchez-Ramírez, Guillermo Cano-Verdugo, Myriam Angélica De la Garza-Ramos, Martín Andrés Chávez- Méndez, et al. Bdj Open, 2025 Background There is no current consensus on the presence of viral infections in acute apical abscesses; therefore, this protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis is designed to detail the procedures required to investigate the prevalence of viral infections in acute apical abscesses, a common dental condition characterized by pus accumulation due to bacterial infection. Viral infections in oral tissues have been linked to systemic health risks, including chronic inflammation and oncogenesis, which further emphasize the importance of understanding their role in acute apical abscesses. Methods/design We adopted a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol design followed by PRISMA guidelines. A priori protocol was registered in PROSPERO with registry number: CRD42023468287. Inclusion criteria will be established according to the PICO framework; hence, we will include original articles with no restriction on publication date or population group. The selective screening of information will be conducted by peers, starting with titles, abstracts, and keywords, and finally reviewing the full text. The risk of bias will be assessed using the ROBINS tool, and the certainty of the evidence will be evaluated following the GRADE guidelines. We will perform a random-effects meta-analysis, utilizing the Freeman-Tukey double arcsine transformation, to estimate the pooled prevalence of viral infections in acute apical abscesses, assess heterogeneity using the Q-test and I² statistic, evaluate potential publication bias with funnel plots and Egger’s test, and conduct sensitivity analyses to ensure robust results. Discussion At present, no consensus exists regarding the prevalence of viral infections in acute apical abscesses that could inform clinical dental practice. Moreover, the existing body of knowledge on this subject is notably limited. This approach is intended to provide data that will facilitate the improvement of clinical practice and serve as a methodological framework for studying various pathologies. By elucidating the prevalence of viral infections, the findings of this study could enhance diagnostic accuracy and inform more targeted and effective treatment strategies, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Impact of urban farming on health: a systematic review Guillermo Cano-Verdugo, Brianda Daniela Flores-García, Georgina Mayela Núñez-Rocha, María Natividad Ávila-Ortíz, María Argelia Akemi Nakagoshi-Cepeda Journal of Public Health United Kingdom, 2024
Identification of Biofilm and Potentially Malignant Lesion in Oral Cavity Using a Revealing Substance: Case Report Journal of International Dental and Medical Research, 2024
Food Ethics as a Framework for Sustainable Food Transitions: A Systematic Review IE Garcia-Lopez, BD Flores-Garcia, ZY Fernandez-Esquivel, ... Food Ethics 11 (1), 10 , 2026 2026
Assessment of oral clinical markers of ANTAR XXXI expedition personnel at the Machu Picchu Antarctic Scientific Station (ECAMP) after a two-month expedition CA Araujo-Muro, C Peña-Soto, G Cano-Verdugo, MA De la Garza-Ramos Polar Science, 101391 , 2026 2026
Urban Mobility Experiences and Perceived Stress Along a High-Intensity Corridor in a Mexican Border City FI Rivera-Meza, JW Parra-Moroyoqui, JL Jiménez-Ortiz, ... Future Transportation 6 (2), 91 , 2026 2026
Ansiedad en estudiantes de ciencias médicas de primer y último año en exámenes finales VV Zambrano-Enríquez, LM Delgado-Treviño, G Cano-Verdugo, ... Acta Universitaria 36, 1-8 , 2026 2026
Effectiveness of the “Artistic Expression” Course in the Development of Soft Skills in Dentistry Students MA Moyoli‐Navarro, R Soriano‐Salvador, C Peña‐Soto, ... Journal of Dental Education 90 (3), 369-376 , 2026 2026
Psychometric design and validation of the Urban Mobility Experiences Scale JW Parra-Moroyoqui, FI Rivera-Meza, JL Jiménez-Ortiz, ... Urban Science 10 (3), 126 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
Efecto de suplementos proteicos sobre la rugosidad superficial de tres resinas compuestas: estudio in vitro AS Valdez-Valera, CE Ponte-Anancusi, MA Chávez-Méndez, ... Revista Cubana de Estomatología 63 , 2026 2026
Identification of Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus spp. in a Community on the Amazon Riviera: a Cross-Sectional Study GA Perez-Salazar, C Payano-Pashanasi, MA Chávez-Méndez, ... Odovtos-International Journal of Dental Sciences 1 (1), 576-586 , 2026 2026
Determinants Associated With Pesticide Exposure in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer: Protocol for a Systematic Review GA Sánchez-Ramírez, MLC Lomelí, BE González-Martínez, ... JMIR Research Protocols 15 (1), e81312 , 2026 2026
Oral Health, Periodontal Status, and Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged and Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Pilot Study N Cruz-Fierro, MA de la Garza-Ramos, S Sáenz-Rangel, ... Oral 6 (1), 9 , 2026 2026
Clinical, Epidemiological, and Oral-Related Factors in Post-COVID-19 Mucormycosis Patients: A Systematic Review of Case Reports G Cano-Verdugo, M López Cabanillas-Lomelí, MA De la Garza-Ramos, ... Odovtos-International Journal of Dental Sciences 1 (1), 221-236 , 2026 2026
Percepción de la Imagen Corporal, Trastornos de la Conducta Alimentaria y Actitudes Socioculturales hacia la Apariencia en Universitarios MNÁ Ortiz, AEC Sánchez, GMN Rocha, GC Verdugo, KJH Ruiz Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar 9 (4), 12513-12527 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Distorsión de la imagen corporal y prácticas de alimentación en adolescentes del noroeste de México MN Ávila-Ortiz, GM Nuñez-Rocha, AE Castro-Sánchez, ... RESPYN Revista Salud Pública y Nutrición 24 (3), 56-66 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Procrastinación en estudiantes universitarios de la salud: consecuencias en el rendimiento académico y estado nutricional KJH Ruiz, GMN Rocha, GC Verdugo, MNÁ Ortiz, ABR Flores RESPYN Revista Salud Pública y Nutrición 24 (3), 102-104 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
From physical activity to sedentary behavior: the COVID-19 lockdown and mental health in high-performance athletes GM Núñez-Rocha, WJ Platas-Valadez, G Cano-Verdugo, MN Ávila-Ortiz, ... Discover Mental Health 5 (1), 112 , 2025 2025
Color Stability of Bulk-fill Resins Immersed in Chicha: In vitro Study DF Layza-Mayo, DC Suárez-Rojas, C Marroquín-Soto, G Cano-Verdugo Acta stomatologica Croatica: International journal of oral sciences and … , 2025 2025
Stabilnost boje smola za punjenje uronjenih u Chicha: In vitro studija DF Layza-Mayo, DC Suárez-Rojas, C Marroquín-Soto, G Cano-Verdugo Acta stomatologica Croatica: International journal of oral sciences and … , 2025 2025
Handgrip Strength, Depression, Dementia, Cognitive Function, and Their Predictive Effect on Functional Independence in Older Adults JA Campos-Gutiérrez, ED De León-González, H Gutiérrez Hermosillo, ... Medicina 61 (6), 1030 , 2025 2025
Heavy metal presence in human teeth, Monterrey’s Mexico Metropolitan area MJ Mora-Reyna, MA De la Garza-Ramos, G Cano-Verdugo, ... salud pública de méxico 67 (3 (may-jun)), 219-220 , 2025 2025
Parental function in the dental management of pediatric patients with autistic spectrum disorder: A systematic review MA de la Garza-Ramos, G Cano-Verdugo, AN Verdugo-Rojas, ... Research in Autism 123, 202558 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Nursing staff mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic, scoping review Y Vera-Alanis, D Aranda-Sanchez, G Cano-Verdugo, P Gonzalez-Angulo, ... SAGE Open Nursing 8, 23779608221119130 , 2022 2022 Citations: 19
Impact of urban farming on health: a systematic review G Cano-Verdugo, BD Flores-García, GM Núñez-Rocha, MN Ávila-Ortíz, ... Journal of Public Health 46 (3), e500-e509 , 2024 2024 Citations: 14
Application of robotics in orthodontics: a systematic review MA De La Garza-Ramos, HH Ipiña-Lozano, G Cano-Verdugo, ... Cureus 16 (4) , 2024 2024 Citations: 7
Efectividad del cepillado dental de los escolares de Monterrey, Nuevo León NL Monterrey Rev Mex Med Forense 4 (1), 82-84 , 2019 2019 Citations: 7
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Revolutionize Healthcare: A Comprehensive Analysis G Cano-Verdugo, J Owoyemi, A Khan, MS Tahsin, DN Shukurullaevna SciWaveBulletin 1 (1), 12-19 , 2023 2023 Citations: 3
Impacto sobre la función sexual en hombres con cáncer de mama: Revisión de alcance Y Vera-Alanis, G Cano-Verdugo Medicina e Investigación Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México 11 (2), 77-85 , 2023 2023 Citations: 2
Análisis histórico de la prevalencia de lesiones sospechosas de cáncer bucal en México 2009-2020 G Cano-Verdugo, MA de la Garza-Ramos Revista Médica de la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa REVMEDUAS 13 (3), 278-287 , 2023 2023 Citations: 2
Psychometric design and validation of the Urban Mobility Experiences Scale JW Parra-Moroyoqui, FI Rivera-Meza, JL Jiménez-Ortiz, ... Urban Science 10 (3), 126 , 2026 2026 Citations: 1
Percepción de la Imagen Corporal, Trastornos de la Conducta Alimentaria y Actitudes Socioculturales hacia la Apariencia en Universitarios MNÁ Ortiz, AEC Sánchez, GMN Rocha, GC Verdugo, KJH Ruiz Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar 9 (4), 12513-12527 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Distorsión de la imagen corporal y prácticas de alimentación en adolescentes del noroeste de México MN Ávila-Ortiz, GM Nuñez-Rocha, AE Castro-Sánchez, ... RESPYN Revista Salud Pública y Nutrición 24 (3), 56-66 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Procrastinación en estudiantes universitarios de la salud: consecuencias en el rendimiento académico y estado nutricional KJH Ruiz, GMN Rocha, GC Verdugo, MNÁ Ortiz, ABR Flores RESPYN Revista Salud Pública y Nutrición 24 (3), 102-104 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Parental function in the dental management of pediatric patients with autistic spectrum disorder: A systematic review MA de la Garza-Ramos, G Cano-Verdugo, AN Verdugo-Rojas, ... Research in Autism 123, 202558 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Association Between Nursing Diagnoses and Mortality in Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19: A Retrospective Cohort Study JÁ Hernández-Mariano, O Mendoza-Macario, MC Velázquez-Núñez, ... Nursing Reports 15 (5), 147 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Detección del VPH en cavidad oral: una revisión sistemática GC Verdugo, DJO Rodríguez, RAB Torres Cuidado Multidisciplinario de la Salud BUAP 3 (6), 36-49 , 2022 2022 Citations: 1
Efectividad del cepillado dental supervisado en la salud oral de los escolares de Monterrey, Nuevo León G Cano Verdugo Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León , 2018 2018 Citations: 1
Food Ethics as a Framework for Sustainable Food Transitions: A Systematic Review IE Garcia-Lopez, BD Flores-Garcia, ZY Fernandez-Esquivel, ... Food Ethics 11 (1), 10 , 2026 2026
Assessment of oral clinical markers of ANTAR XXXI expedition personnel at the Machu Picchu Antarctic Scientific Station (ECAMP) after a two-month expedition CA Araujo-Muro, C Peña-Soto, G Cano-Verdugo, MA De la Garza-Ramos Polar Science, 101391 , 2026 2026
Urban Mobility Experiences and Perceived Stress Along a High-Intensity Corridor in a Mexican Border City FI Rivera-Meza, JW Parra-Moroyoqui, JL Jiménez-Ortiz, ... Future Transportation 6 (2), 91 , 2026 2026
Ansiedad en estudiantes de ciencias médicas de primer y último año en exámenes finales VV Zambrano-Enríquez, LM Delgado-Treviño, G Cano-Verdugo, ... Acta Universitaria 36, 1-8 , 2026 2026
Effectiveness of the “Artistic Expression” Course in the Development of Soft Skills in Dentistry Students MA Moyoli‐Navarro, R Soriano‐Salvador, C Peña‐Soto, ... Journal of Dental Education 90 (3), 369-376 , 2026 2026
