Clarence Da Cruz

Dr. Clarence Da Cruz serves as a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Dentistry and current subject co-ordinator at Charles Sturt University's School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences, with prior experience as Clinical Director. His decade-long career focuses on clinical education in regional and remote Australian communities.

Educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Immunology and Microbiology (Australian National University)
• Bachelor of Dental Science (Charles Sturt University)
• Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Periodontics (University of Melbourne)
• Fellowship with Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS)

His research investigates clinical periodontics and genetic polymorphisms' relationship to periodontal disease, recognized by the ANZAP research medallion prize. Current teaching emphasizes periodontics, dental clinical practice, and implant dentistry with hands-on supervision of pre-clinical and clinical dental students.

Award highlights:

• ANZAP research medallion prize for periodontal research excellence
• FRACDS primary examination commendation for academic excellence

With 10 years of supervisory experience, he mentors dental students across remote Australian regions while maintaining active clinical practice. Professional affiliations drive his evidence-based approach to periodontal education and treatment.

Active memberships include Australian New Zealand Academy of Periodontology (ANZAP), Australian Society of Periodontology (ASP), Australasian Osseointegration Society (AOS), and The International Team for Implantology (ITI), facilitating collaborative clinical advancements in periodontics and implant dentistry.