Dr Tony Collett

Qualifications
Dr Collett completed his university education at The University of Melbourne where he gained his dental qualifications (BDSc), his specialist degree (MDSc Orthodontics), and also his doctorate (PhD). In addition, he is also certified with the Australian Orthodontic Board and holds a Certificate of Professional Development (Univ. Melb. and Aust. Dental Assoc.).

Following his specialist training, Dr Collett took a position at the University of Michigan as a research fellow for a short period.

Professional associations
Dr Collett is a full member of the Australian Society of Orthodontists, an international member of the American Association of Orthodontists, a fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontists, and a member of the Australian Dental Association.

Professional activities
Dr Collett has served on many dental and orthodontic committees and is a long-standing member of the Orthodontic Education Committee, on which he now serves as chairman. In addition, Dr Collett is on the staff at the University of Melbourne Dental School where he teaches and serves on the Graduate Education Board.

Who Is Tony really?
Dr Collett is married to Jenny and they have two young sons. The family enjoys outdoor leisure activities, such as walking and camping. On weekends they may be found battling the weeds in their yard, at the park, or the swimming pool, or at Jenny's parents farm.
Dr Collett is a member and past-president of the Rotary Club of Knox and participates in a number of community activities.

Dr Collett enjoys his work as an orthodontist and does not view leaving for work in the morning as a chore, but rather another day of talking to and meeting many interesting people, while helping them obtain the bite they desire.

"To spend the day chatting to young children about school, adolescents about their aspirations and hurdles, and adults about their families, hobbies and work is a pleasant way to pass the day."

Of course, we are at the same time working up a sweat adjusting braces, fitting braces, removing braces and outlining treatment options.