About Dr Sophia Richardson
MBBS, BDSc, FRACDS (OMS), RACDS, FPFA, PFA
Dr Sophia Richardson is committed to excellence in all aspects of her craft, and values spending time with each patient to create a personalised treatment plan.
She established her private practice here at Queens Parade Specialists in 2020, to provide her patients with state-of-the-art care in a welcoming environment.
“I love educating patients.
Being a surgeon is not just about the operation, it’s about helping patients make an informed choice that’s most appropriate for them and then helping them facilitate that decision.”
— Dr Sophia Richardson
Qualifications
Dr Sophia Richardson has degrees in both Dentistry and Medicine, and subspecialises in Orthognathic (Corrective Jaw) Surgery. She practices the full scope of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
University of Melbourne, 2006
Bachelor of
Dental Science
University of Melbourne, 2000
Subspecialisation in Orthognathic Surgery
The Royal Melbourne Hospital, 2012
The Oxford University Hospitals Trust, United Kingdom, 2013-2014
Advanced
Surgical Training
Victorian Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Training Program, 2007-2011
Professional Affiliations
Dr Sophia Richardson’s affiliations include the following organisations:
For more information on the training process and scope of practice, please see the Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ANZAOMS) factsheet.
Other Interests
Dr Sophia Richardson stays up to date with continuing professional development, and is regularly invited as a guest speaker at dental education events.
Dr Sophia Richardson loves sharing her knowledge and expertise. She plays an active role in teaching and examining Oral and Maxillofacial registrars, Medical, Dental, and Nursing students, as well as general dentists.
Outside of work, she cherishes family time with her husband and two children. She also enjoys travel, photography, architecture, and music, and has even completed a Diploma of Music at The University of Melbourne!
