Dr Fred Calavassy BDS, FICD, FPFA
Dr Fred Calavassy has a history of being sought after for his inspiring “no-nonsense” style of clinical learning and development which is focused on achieving clinical excellence. His understanding of the clinical environment and the direct application of techniques in the clinical setting, combined with his passion for providing high quality patient care, engages his audiences and allows them to take the challenge of change. As a life-long student of many aspects of dentistry, Fred devotes time to ongoing professional development and is constantly striving to impart his ongoing learning in a motivating and captivating manner. He was an active member of the part time teaching faculty at Sydney University being involved in the undergraduate fixed prosthodontic, tooth conservation and oral health programs, was awarded Clinical Associate, and also commenced his own private practice in Northwestern Sydney. He has held memberships of various dental associations and is a Fellow of both the International College of Dentists (FICD) and of the Pierre Fauchard Academy (FPFA). His current role as the Chief Clinical Officer for Abano Healthcare group sees him and his team providing clinical support and oversight to over 250 dental practices and teams in the brands of Maven Dental and 1300Smiles in Australia and Lumino the Dentists in New Zealand. His enthusiasm is infectious, and individuals are propelled by his guidance toward applying the knowledge learnt in their own clinical environment. Along with technical and practical ability he brings realness into the seminar room giving the safe environment needed to allow individuals to develop and enhance themselves