Shaping Excellence in Prosthodontics

The University of Sydney

Prosthodontics at the University of Sydney

Discover a pioneering three-year prosthodontics program combining clinical expertise, research, and multidisciplinary education.

Pioneering Education Since 1978

With a rich history beginning in 1978, this program is led by experienced staff and part-time academics, ensuring excellence in advanced prosthodontics education and clinical training.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Located at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health and Sydney Dental Hospital, students benefit from exceptional clinical environments, enhancing their practical skills in advanced restorative dentistry and prosthodontic care.

Comprehensive Three-Year Curriculum

This full-time program blends clinical practice, academics, and research, offering a balanced education with 60-70% dedicated to clinical development and coursework, and 30-40% focused on impactful prosthodontic research.

Specialist Focus and Multidisciplinary Expertise

Starting with preclinical basics, the program advances into interdisciplinary maxillofacial rehabilitation, equipping graduates with skills in orofacial pain management and maxillofacial prosthodontics. It has cultivated 76 specialists to date.

University Academics

A/Prof.
Dale Howes

Program Director

Dr. Geoffrey Borlase

Lecturer and Clinical Supervisor

A/Prof.
Massimiliano Guazatto

Staff Consultant and Lecturer

Prof. Terry Walton

Lecturer and Affiliate

Dr. David Sykes

Staff Consultant and Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Stephen Travis

Clinical Supervisor and Affiliate

Dr. Vanya Rasaie

Clinical Supervisor and Affiliate

Dr. Suhas Deshpande

Clinical Supervisor and Affiliate

Dr. Mathew McLaughlin

Clinical Supervisor and Affiliate

Dr. Constance Law

Staff Consultant and Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Zoe Potres

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Ghada Soliman

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Agnes Lai

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Michael
(Chang-Hee) Chang

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Milad Azizi

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Phillip Kelly

Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Amylia Bal

Affiliate

Dr. Valeriya Casey

Affiliate

*Please contact A.Prof Dale Howes if you have any questions regarding the list

Research Interest