Qualifications & Training
Dr Thao Truong's comprehensive education and specialist training in oral surgery.
Academic Qualifications
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery) - DClinDent
Highest level of specialist qualification in oral surgery, encompassing advanced surgical techniques, dental implantology, and management of complex oral conditions.
Graduate Diploma of Clinical Dentistry (Surgical Dentistry)
Advanced specialist training in surgical dentistry, including wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, and complex extractions.
Bachelor of Dentistry (Honours)
Comprehensive dental education covering all aspects of general dentistry and oral health.
Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)
Foundation in medical sciences providing comprehensive understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Specialist Training
Dr Truong's specialist training in oral surgery involved intensive clinical experience across multiple hospital and university settings. This training covered the full spectrum of oral surgery procedures, including:
- Dentoalveolar surgery (wisdom teeth, complex extractions)
- Dental implantology and bone grafting
- Pre-prosthetic surgery
- Management of impacted teeth
- Oral pathology diagnosis and treatment
- Temporomandibular joint disorders
- Oral surgery under local and general anaesthesia
Professional Memberships
Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral Surgeons (ANZAOS)
Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS)
Continuing Professional Development
Dr Truong maintains active involvement in continuing professional education, regularly attending conferences, workshops, and training courses to stay current with the latest advances in oral surgery and dental implantology.
Through her teaching roles at the University of Sydney, Dr Truong remains closely connected to the latest research and evidence-based practices in oral surgery, ensuring patients receive care that reflects current best practices.