BDSc (Qld)

Dr Tuffley graduated from the University of Queensland in 1984 with a Bachelor of Dental Science, and has worked abroad in London.

Following graduation, he worked in Yeppoon, North Queensland, for three years where he refined his dental skills and enjoyed the North Queensland lifestyle. Dr Tuffley then worked for a year in London before returning to Brisbane in 1990 to join BOH Dental. On return, Dr Tuffley has been a clinical demonstrator at the University of Queensland Dental School.

Dr Tuffley enjoys treating families and all aspects of modern dentistry. He has gained skills and knowledge in preventive dentistry, cosmetic dentistry,  Invisalign Orthodontics and root canal therapy. He is very understanding of patient’s needs and fears at the dentist and enjoys converting dental phobics into dental fans.

Modern dentistry has a wide range of restorative options, such as CEREC, e-Max, composite resins and porcelain restorations. Dr Tuffley uses these to provide modern dental restorations, like crowns, bridges & veneers, and to revive existing restorations (i.e. replacing amalgam fillings with white fillings).

Professional Memberships & Continuing Education

Dr Tuffley is a keen member of specialist organizations and study groups and enjoys attending conferences, study groups and seminars which foster continuing education.

He has gained an interest in biomimetic dental principles, where restorations are performed with minimal intervention to tooth structure. The aim of these principles is to preserve tooth form, function and aesthetics in a holistic way by mimicking nature.

Personal Notes

Dr Tuffley is married with three young children. He also enjoys going to the beach and pursuing his interests in sailing, surfing, fishing and gardening.