Anna Yi

Dr Anna Yi is a Senior Lecturer (Education Focused) at the Sydney Dental School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney. She is an American board-certified prosthodontist with advanced training in digital and surgical prosthodontics. She has held teaching roles at Harvard University and New York University, and her research background includes molecular physics, oral biology, and dental biomaterials science from MIT, Harvard, and Seoul National University.

Education:

• BDSc (Hons), University of Queensland School of Dentistry, 2013
• MSD, Seoul National University
• DMSc and Certificate in Prosthodontics, Harvard School of Dental Medicine
• Mini-MBA, Harvard GSAS Business Club

Research Interests:

Dr Yi's research integrates digital dentistry with surgical prosthodontics, focusing on functional and esthetic oral rehabilitation. Her work spans dental biomaterials, oral biology, and translational research using animal models. She has presented internationally on topics such as electrokinetic dentin disinfection, digital rehabilitation, and antimicrobial infiltration in root canal therapy.

Awards and Honors:

• Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics (2022–present)
• Fellow, American College of Prosthodontists (2022–present)
• Presidential Scholarship, Harvard School of Dental Medicine (2019–2021)
• Lecture & Research Scholarship, Seoul National University (2015–2016)
• Gold Merit Award for Oral Surgery, University of Queensland (2012)

Professional Contributions:

Dr Yi has delivered numerous invited presentations at prestigious institutions and conferences, including the New York Academy of Oral Rehabilitation, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, and the American College of Prosthodontists. Her clinical background includes general dental practice in both urban and rural Australian settings, and she has contributed to advancing prosthodontic education and research across three continents.