A.Prof. Ghassan Idris

Specialist Orthodontist

Biography

A.Prof. Ghassan Idris (DDS, PGDip Orth, MPhil Orth; JBOD, DClinDent [Otago], PhD [Otago]; MRACDS–Orth [Australasian Royal College, Australia]. Dr Idirs is a registered dental specialist (Orthodontist) with decades of clinical and academic experience. Dr Idris specialises in complex orthodontic treatments, combining modern technology, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care to create balanced, functional, and enduring smiles.

Dr Idris currently serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University and Clinic Team Lead- Orthodontics at Queensland Children’s Hospital, and Mater Hospital, where he focuses on treating children and adults with cleft lip and palate and other complex craniofacial conditions. He previously lectured in orthodontics at Albaath University and the University of Otago for over eight years, and has worked as a senior orthodontist and consultant across private practice, hospital, and university settings in several countries.

Practice Areas

  • Early orthodontic treatment for growing patients with jaw discrepancies
  • Myofunctional therapy for improving oral and facial muscle function
  • Orthodontic management for children and adults affected by sleep apnoea and snoring
  • Treatment of cleft lip, palate, and complex craniofacial conditions
  • Adult orthodontic treatment for complex cases with facial deformities
  • Digital imaging, 3D scanning, and clear aligner systems

Philosophy & Approach

Dr Idris approaches orthodontics as more than the alignment of teeth, focusing on facial balance, function, and long-term confidence. His practice integrates advanced digital imaging, 3D scanning, and clear aligner systems to support precise diagnosis and comprehensive treatment planning centred on facial harmony, function, and aesthetics. Dr Idris works in close partnership with each patient, emphasising education, open communication, and shared decision-making to deliver optimal, individualised outcomes.

Education & Professional Credentials

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Orthodontics, Albaath University
  • MPhil (Orthodontics), Albaath University
  • JBO Diplomat- Orthodontics
  • Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent- Orthodontics), University of Otago
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD -Orthodontics), University of Otago
  • Member of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons- Orthodontics (Australia)
  • Associate Professor, Griffith University
  • Consultant Orthodontist, Griffith University
  • Senior Orthodontist and Clinic Team Lead- Orthodontics, Queensland Children’s Hospital
  • Former Lecturer and Professional Practice Fellow in Orthodontics, Albaath University & University of Otago
  • Practicing orthodontics exclusively since 2005