Dr. Armand Putra
BDSc (Qld) MSD (Washington) Grad Cert Pros (Washington) CDT FITI FAANZP FACP FPFA
Diplomate of American Board of Prosthodontics
Registered Specialist Prosthodontist
Dental Qualifications
- Bachelor of Dental Science, University of Queensland, Australia
- Master of Science in Dentistry, University of Washington, USA
- Graduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, University of Washington, USA
- Certified Dental Technician
- Fellow of The Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists
- Fellow and Diplomate, American College of Prosthodontists
- Fellow of the International Team for Implantology
About
After completing rigorous international training, Dr. Putra is registered to practise as a specialist prosthodontist in Australia and is recognised for his expertise in aesthetically demanding, implant and complex multidisciplinary cases.
Alongside extensive hands-on clinical experience, Dr. Putra has developed a strong profile in prosthodontic education and research. He has delivered presentations nationally and internationally on topics such as implant treatment in the aesthetic zone, immediate implant placement and provisionalisation, anterior occlusion, comprehensive prosthodontic treatment planning, and clinical dental photography. His work is characterised by a thoughtful balance of aesthetics, function and long-term restorative outcomes.
Dr. Putra completed his graduate prosthodontic training and Master of Science in Dentistry at the University of Washington, followed by implant fellowship training at Loma Linda University. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and continues to contribute to the profession through teaching, speaking and ongoing professional engagement.
His academic and professional contributions have also been recognised through presentation and research awards, including distinction in the Tylman Research Competition and international recognition through the ITI and EuroPerio communities.
Dr. Putra joined the team at Centre for Prosthodontics in 2018.
Specialty areas of focus
- Aesthetic Perio-Prosthodontic
- Digital Dentistry
- Dental Implant Biomechanics and Reconstructions
- Complex Reconstruction – Management of Worn Dentition
- Complex Multidisciplinary Dental Treatment – Collaboration with Other Dental Specialists
Dr. Putra is a member/fellow/presenter of the following reputable professional organisations
- University of Washington (Affiliate Professor)
- Academy of Australian and New Zealand Prosthodontists (Fellow)
- American College of Prosthodontists (Fellow and Diplomate)
- American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (Member)
- Academy of Osseointegration (Member)
- Asia Pacific Society of Osseointegration (Member)
- Dental Specialists Society of Western Australia (Member)
- International Team of Implantology (Member, Study Club Lecturer)
- Diplomate of American Board of Prosthodontics
Published work:
Dr. Putra has published in various respected international dental journals, including the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of Prosthodontics. The titles of his journals include:
- Hamilton, A., Putra, A., Nakapaksin, P., Kamolroongwarakul, P. & Gallucci, G.O., Implant Prosthodontic Design as a Predisposing or Precipitating Factor for Peri‐Implant Disease: A Review. Clinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research, 2023 (E-pub ahead of print). DOI:10.1111/cid.13183.
- Bedrossian, E.A., Putra, A. & Chung, K.H., A Technique to Correct Anterior-Posterior Tooth Discrepancy for a Maxillary Immediate Complete Denture. J Prosthodont. 2019 Jul;28(6):719-723. DOI: 10.1111/jopr.12713.
- Roe, P., Rungcharassaeng, K., Kan, J. & Putra, A., Adhesive Residue on the CAD-CAM Surgical Guide Sleeve: A Technical Report. J Prosthet Dent. 2019 May; 121(5):746-748.DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2018.03.010.
- Putra, A., Guilherme, N., Chung, K. & Cagna, D., Effect of Bonding and Re-Bonding on the Shear Bond Strength of Two-Piece Implant Restorations. J Prosthodont. 2019 Mar; 28(3):305-309. DOI: 10.1111/jopr.13024
- Putra, A., Chung, K., Flinn, B.D., Kuykendall, T., Zheng, C., Harada, K. & Raigrodski, A., Effect of Hydrothermal Treatment on Light Transmission of Translucent Zirconia. J Prosthet Dent. 2017 Sept; 118(3):422-429. DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2016.10.024.






