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Dr Sharonne Zaks is an acclaimed dental practitioner based in Melbourne, Australia. Valued for her compassionate approach, she specializes in managing anxieties and phobias surrounding dental treatment, particularly for survivors of sexual assault and trauma. With over 20 years of experience in private practice, Dr Zaks is dedicated to training dentists in trauma-informed care. In addition, she is a musician and created the dental cabaret, Gobsmacked. The performance raised thousands of dollars for the dental treatment of homeless people.

Education
Advanced Diploma of Music PerformanceTAFE NSW2010
Bachelor’s Degree (BD), Dental ScienceUniversity of Melbourne1998
3 Honors and Awards
Australian Dental Association Victoria2021
Dentistry Achievement Award
Pierre Fauchard Academy2020
Fellow