Lydia See

Dr. Lydia See is a Research Fellow at the University of Queensland's School of Dentistry, specializing in Special Needs Dentistry and Geriatric Dentistry. She holds advanced degrees including a Master of Science (Geriatric Dentistry) and a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Special Needs Dentistry). Her work focuses on public health initiatives, particularly the application of silver fluoride in managing dental caries in vulnerable populations such as adults with special needs. She has extensive clinical experience across public, hospital, and private dental settings.

Education:

• Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours), University of Western Australia
• Masters (Coursework), University of Southern California
• Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education, University of Western Australia
• Diploma of Special Needs Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
• Professional Doctorate of Special Needs Dentistry, The University of Queensland

Research Interests:

• Optimizing silver fluoride use for caries arrest
• Oral health strategies for aging populations
• Public health policies for vulnerable communities
• Interdisciplinary approaches to special needs dentistry

Research Impact: Dr. See’s work on silver fluoride has been disseminated through professional workshops and conferences. Her studies highlight clinical advancements in managing dental caries and improving oral health outcomes for special needs patients, contributing to evidence-based practices in dentistry.

Funding & Grants:

• "The National Oral Health Survey of Vietnam 2025" (2025–2026)
• CPL Inclusion Impact Fund Grant (2023–2024)

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Centre for Orofacial Regeneration, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (COR3) at UQ.