Program Overview

Doctor of Clinical Dentistry

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) is a three-year, full-time specialist training program for qualified dentists.

Program Objectives

The DClinDent program provides didactic and clinical tuition in specialist dentistry and related subjects. This is largely achieved through an understanding and a firm command of the contemporary literature related to and associated with specialist dentistry. Students are trained in research methodology and are required to design and conduct a research project.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have:

• A Bachelor of Dental Science, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
• At least two years of full-time professional experience or equivalent in the practice of general dentistry
• Current registration as a dentist in Australia

Course Structure

The DClinDent program comprises a mix of didactic coursework, clinical work, and a research project covering all aspects of specialist dentistry practice.

Core Units

• Dental Research Methodology (6 points)
• Oral and Maxillofacial Radiography and Radiology (6 points)
• Biostatistics I (6 points)

Specialisations

• Endodontics
• Oral Medicine
• Orthodontics
• Paediatric Dentistry
• Periodontics
• Prosthodontics

Each specialisation has its own set of units, which include didactic coursework, clinical practice, and research dissertation.

Research Areas

The DClinDent program offers research opportunities in various areas, including:

• Basic sciences (e.g., microbiology, clinical immunology)
• Clinical research (e.g., pain management, dental trauma)
• Material science and technology
• Oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL)

Tuition Fees

• Domestic students: $45,100 per annum (full-fee paying place)
• International students: $75,700 per annum

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership, and community service.

Application Checklist

• Evidence of general dental qualification, including degree transcripts
• Dental Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• English language competency (e.g., IELTS, PTE, TOEFL)
• Curriculum Vitae showing dental experience
• Personal statement outlining interest in chosen specialisation
• Two referee reports on the required template

Important Dates

• Application open: Saturday, 1 February 2025
• Application close: Wednesday, 30 April 2025 (except for Prosthodontics specialisation, which closes 30 June 2025)

Program Convenors/Discipline Leads

• Endodontics: Dr. Mostafa Elkholy
• Oral Medicine: Associate Professor Ramesh Balasubramaniam OAM
• Orthodontics: Dr Mithran Goonewardene
• Paediatric Dentistry: Professor Robert Anthonappa
• Periodontics: Dr Pradeep Koppolu
• Prosthodontics: Dr Adam Hamilton

Other Staff

• Endodontics: Associate Professor Christine Yu
• Oral Medicine: Associate Professor Omar Kujan, Associate Professor Agnieszka Frydrych, Dr Lalima Tiwari
• Orthodontics: Associate Professor Mike Razza, Dr Steven Naoum, Dr Richard Lee
• Paediatric Dentistry: Emeritus Professor Nigel King, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor Dr John Winters
• Periodontics: Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer Dr Mehdi Valizadeh, Dr Julio Rincon, Dr Robert Childs
• Prosthodontics: Dr Greg Gee, Dr Poh Hun Loh, Dr Robert Nedelcu