Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sara Tavakolizadeh , Women Researcher Award , Iran.
Dr. Sara Tavakolizadeh is a board-certified prosthodontist and Associate Professor of Prosthodontics at Shahid Beheshti Dental School, Tehran, Iran. she earned her DMD from Mashhad Dental University and completed her Prosthodontics specialty at Bu-Ali Dental University . She has been actively involved in teaching since 2012 and currently serves as the Supervisor of the Post-Graduate Department of Prosthodontics. Dr. Tavakolizadeh has also completed a fellowship in Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) management in Hannover, Germany. She has authored and translated multiple books in prosthodontics and dental anatomy.
Publication Profile
Education & Experience 
- DMD, Dentistry – Mashhad Dental University, Iran (2001-2007)
Dissertation: “Frequency of Congenitally Missing Third Molars and Its Associated Changes in 14-25-Year-Old Patients.”
- Specialty in Prosthodontics – Bu-Ali Dental University, Iran (2008-2012)
- Dissertation: “Evaluation of Marginal Bone Loss and Patient Satisfaction in Single and Double Implant-Retained Mandibular Overdentures with Immediate Loading.”
- Assistant Professor of Prosthodontics – Shahid Beheshti Dental University (2012-2022)
- Fellowship in Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) Management – International Neuroscience Institute, Hannover, Germany (2013-2014)
- Associate Professor of Prosthodontics – Shahid Beheshti Dental University (2022-present)
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Suitability Summary
Dr. Sara Tavakolizadeh, an esteemed Associate Professor of Prosthodontics at Shahid-Beheshti Dental School, Tehran, Iran, has made remarkable contributions to the field of prosthodontic dentistry, implantology, and temporomandibular disorders (TMD) research. Her dedication to advancing dental science, particularly in prosthetic rehabilitation and occlusion, makes her a deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award.With a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Mashhad Dental University (2007) and a Board Certification in Prosthodontics (2012) from Bu-Ali Dental University, Hamadan, Dr. Tavakolizadeh has consistently demonstrated excellence in clinical practice and academia. Her research in marginal bone loss in implant-supported overdentures has provided critical insights into improving implant longevity and patient satisfaction. Additionally, she has supervised postgraduate research in prosthodontics, ensuring the next generation of dental professionals benefits from her expertise.
Professional Development 
Dr. Sara Tavakolizadeh has significantly contributed to the field of prosthodontics, both in academia and research. As a dedicated educator and mentor, she has supervised numerous post-graduate students in prosthodontics. Her expertise extends to dental implants, occlusion, and TMD management. She has played a crucial role in advancing dental education by authoring and translating key textbooks, including Wheeler’s Dental Anatomy and the National Book of Prosthodontics in Complete Dentures. Her commitment to clinical excellence and research has positioned her as a leading expert in prosthodontics in Iran and beyond. 
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