Publications & Presentations
Dr Thao Truong contributes to ongoing education and research in oral surgery through teaching, conference presentations, and collaborative research. This page highlights selected academic activities and professional development contributions.
Teaching & Education
Senior Lecturer and Clinical Educator
University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health
Dr Truong teaches surgical dentistry and mentors postgraduate trainees in the Graduate Diploma and Doctoral programs, contributing to the education of the next generation of oral surgery specialists.
Visiting Oral Surgeon
Nepean Hospital, Sydney
Provides hospital-based oral surgery care and supervises registrars in complex case management and surgical techniques.
Professional Presentations & Podcasts
CPD Junkie Podcast
Guest appearance discussing oral surgery training, clinical decision-making, and collaborative care in complex implant cases.
Listen to episode →RACDS NSW/ACT Annual Scientific Meeting
Regular contributor to the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons scientific meetings, presenting on topics including bone regeneration, implant planning, and interdisciplinary treatment approaches.
View RACDS events →Research Interests
Dr Truong's research interests include bone regeneration techniques, oral pathology assessment, and interdisciplinary management of complex surgical cases. She supervises postgraduate research projects and contributes to collaborative studies with colleagues across Sydney teaching hospitals.
- Bone grafting and guided bone regeneration outcomes
- Oral pathology and early diagnosis protocols
- Implant planning in compromised sites
- Interdisciplinary care pathways for medically complex patients
Professional Memberships
- Australian Dental Association (ADA) — Active member
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral Surgeons (ANZAOS) — Active member
- Member of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS) — Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Collaborative Care
Dr Truong welcomes enquiries from referring dentists, orthodontists, and medical specialists. For case discussions or referral questions, please contact the clinic team.