Neeta Prabhu

Clinical Associate Professor Neeta Prabhu serves as Head of Discipline for Paediatric Dentistry at the Sydney Dental School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney. Her academic leadership spans clinical education, research, and specialized patient care within pediatric dental services.

Her research portfolio demonstrates deep expertise in:

• Pediatric dentistry for children with special healthcare needs
• Dental trauma management and emergency care
• Behavioral interventions in pediatric dental settings
• Oral health disparities among vulnerable populations
• Oral cancer screening in culturally diverse communities

Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2024) reveals three dominant research trajectories: First, advancing evidence-based protocols for complex cases including inherited bleeding disorders and systemic conditions like Stevens Johnson syndrome. Second, investigating oral health access barriers for children in out-of-home care and immigrant populations. Third, developing innovative preventive strategies such as digital interventions for early childhood caries. Her work consistently bridges clinical dentistry with public health frameworks.

Professor Prabhu maintains active clinical engagement through Westmead Centre for Oral Health while leading academic initiatives that shape pediatric dental practice standards nationally. Her collaborative approach is evidenced by extensive co-authorship across medical, dental, and public health disciplines.