Dr Thao Truong
Dr Truong is a specialist oral and dental-implant surgeon who provides comprehensive surgical care across Chatswood, Pymble, and Mona Vale. She combines meticulous planning with calm, patient focused communication to guide every individual through their oral surgery journey.
Qualifications & training
- Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours), University of Sydney
- Bachelor of Dentistry (Honours), University of Sydney
- Graduate Diploma of Clinical Dentistry (Surgical Dentistry)
- Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery), University of Sydney
Teaching & hospital appointments
University of Sydney — Senior Lecturer and Clinical Educator
Dr Truong teaches surgical dentistry and mentors postgraduate trainees, contributing to ongoing education for the next generation of specialists.
Nepean Hospital, Sydney — Visiting Oral Surgeon
Provides hospital-based oral surgery care for medically complex patients and delivers on-call surgical services.
Philosophy of care
Every surgical plan is designed around clarity, comfort, and collaboration. From the first consultation, patients receive honest information about treatment options, recovery timelines, and expected outcomes. Dr Truong works in close partnership with restorative dentists, orthodontists, and medical specialists to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Evidence-based planning with advanced imaging and diagnostics
- Respectful communication that empowers informed decisions
- Focus on minimally invasive techniques and predictable recovery
- Co-ordinated follow-up between clinic, hospital, and referrers
Professional memberships
- Australian Dental Association (ADA)
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral Surgeons (ANZAOS)
- Member of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS)
Research interests
Dr Truong contributes to ongoing research in bone regeneration, oral pathology, and interdisciplinary management of complex surgical cases. She regularly presents at professional meetings and supports postgraduate thesis supervision.