I am Dr Ridhwaan Haffajee
Academic & Clinical Leadership
Alongside private specialist practice, Dr Haffajee serves as a consultant within the Departments of Prosthetics and Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery at the University of the Western Cape.
His work bridges academia and clinical practice, contributing to postgraduate training, mentorship, and advanced restorative education.
Education
BChD (Dentistry)
University of the Western Cape
Foundation in clinical and restorative dentistry.
Postgraduate Diploma
in Implantology
University of the Western Cape
Advanced surgical and restorative implant training.
IADR Poster Presentation
Presented clinical and research work at an international scientific forum.
ITI Study Club Director
International Team for Implantology
Appointed to lead clinician education and professional development initiatives.
Vice President
South African Academy
of Aesthetic Dentistry
Leadership role focused on advancing aesthetic and restorative education.
MChD (Prosthodontics)
University of the Western Cape
Specialist qualification in advanced prosthodontics and implant rehabilitation.
Scientific Committee Member
South African Dental Association
Contributing to academic and scientific advancement within the profession.
ITI World Symposium Presentation
Poster presentation at one of the world’s leading implant dentistry congresses.
Executive Board Member
Academy of Prosthodontists
South Africa
Appointed to executive leadership within the national prosthodontic community.
A Leading Authority in Advanced Implant Rehabilitation and Digital Prosthodontics
Dr Ridhwaan Haffajee is a Specialist Prosthodontist with a strong focus on advanced implant rehabilitation, aesthetic dentistry, and digital workflow integration. As director of a multidisciplinary specialist practice and an active academic consultant, his work combines precision-driven treatment with modern clinical innovation.
Recognised internationally for his contributions to implant dentistry and postgraduate education, Dr Haffajee regularly lectures, mentors clinicians, and collaborates with leading global dental organisations and brands.
Teaching & Global Education
Dr Haffajee is actively involved in postgraduate education, clinical mentorship, and advanced implant training programs both locally and internationally.
His educational approach focuses on practical clinical application, precision treatment planning, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation workflows designed to improve long-term patient outcomes.
He has lectured and facilitated advanced programs across:
Portugal • Brazil • Namibia • Zimbabwe • South Africa
Awards & Achievements
• South African Dental Association Bronze Medal in Endodontics
• Poster Presentation — ITI World Symposium 2024
• IADR Poster Presentation 2016
• Recognised for leadership in dental faculty student council
• Extensive involvement in outreach and clinical service initiatives
Precision. Experience. Education.
Delivering advanced prosthodontic and implant solutions through clinical excellence, innovation, and education.
Dr Ridhwaan Haffajee
Specialist Prosthodontist
Advanced implant rehabilitation, aesthetic dentistry, and digitally driven workflows.
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