Peter Wetselaar

Dr. Peter Wetselaar is an Associate Professor at the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, specializing in Reconstructive Oral Care. He holds dual roles as an academic and a clinical practitioner, serving as Directeur/eigenaar of Verwijspraktijk Heemstede since 1988. His research focuses on tooth wear, bruxism, and their interplay with dental sleep disorders, emphasizing diagnostic precision and clinical guidelines.

Education & Courses: He teaches advanced courses in temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD), dental rehabilitation, and integrative oral care. Notable courses include Afwijkingen van het kaakgewricht en speekselklieren and Clinic Year 2, reflecting his expertise in clinical and rehabilitative dentistry.

Research Trends: Recent work highlights diagnostic reliability of tooth wear evaluation systems (TWES 2.0), cost-benefit analyses of sleep apnea treatments, and the impact of neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease on oral health. His studies bridge clinical dentistry with broader healthcare economics and interdisciplinary patient care.

Collaborations: Engages in international collaborations as seen in the Standardised Tool for the Assessment of Bruxism review. His network spans experts in oral rehabilitation, sleep medicine, and neurology.

Contributions: Over 85 research outputs and 24 academic activities, including invited lectures on TMD screening, dental sleep disorders, and tooth wear prevalence. His work aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment protocols for oral health challenges linked to systemic conditions.