Dr. Mahmoud Bakr

Special interest in management of temporomandibular disorders

Biography

A.Prof Mahmoud Bakr (BDS [Cairo]; MDS; PhD; GCertHigherEd; ADC; SFHEA, FICD, FPFA, FACAM) is an Associate Professor in General Dental Practice with over 20 years of academic and clinical experience. A.Prof Bakr has a special interest in general dentistry, temporomandibular disorders, and the application of Botulinum toxin in dentistry, combining extensive expertise in oral biology and head & neck anatomy with evidence-based clinical practice.

A.Prof Bakr currently serves as an Examiner for the Australian Dental Council and is a Member of the AHPRA hearing panel. He has established himself as a leading authority in dental education and TMD management, with 55+ peer-reviewed publications on dental topics, including extensive research on Botulinum toxin applications in dentistry.

Practice Areas

  • Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) management
  • Botulinum toxin in dentistry
  • Sleep apnoea management 
  • Dental education
  • Oral biology and head & neck anatomy

Education & Professional Credentials

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery BDS, Cairo University
  • Masters of Dental Surgery MDS
  • Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
  • PhD, Griffith Univeristy 
  • Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Fellow of the International College of Dentists (FICD)
  • Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy (FPFA)
  • Fellow of the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine (FACAM)
  • Australian Dental Council Certified (ADC)
  • Former Clinical Director, School of Dentistry, Griffith University 
  • Examiner, Australian Dental Council
  • Member, AHPRA Hearing Panel
  • More than 20 years academic and clinical experience in Australia and overseas
  • Over 55 peer-reviewed publications on dental topics

Philosophy & Approach

A.Prof Bakr is committed to advancing contemporary dental practice through education, innovation, and evidence-based care. His clinical focus includes the integration of Botulinum toxin therapy within comprehensive TMD management, supported by a detailed understanding of facial muscle anatomy, medico-legal considerations, and practical clinical application. This structured, safety-focused approach ensures optimal patient outcomes while upholding the highest standards of professional and ethical practice.