Dr Pieter van Rooyen

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Dental Surgeon & Co-Owner
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With decades of experience in private practice, Dr Pieter van Rooyen is known for his clinical expertise and commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality dental care.

Dr van Rooyen graduated from the University of Pretoria with a BChD degree in 1990 and has been in private practice since then. He gained extensive experience in maxillofacial and oral surgery during 13 years working alongside Professor G. Kariem. In 2002, he joined the team at Patheodent, where he continues to provide comprehensive dental care.

His work focuses on dental implantology, aesthetic dentistry and advanced digital dentistry, including 3D CAD/CAM oral reconstruction and aligner therapy. Since 2013, he has also lectured internationally on implantology and CAD/CAM dental solutions.

Qualifications
Clinical Interests
Contributions
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Dr van Rooyen’s Approach to Dentistry

  • Dr van Rooyen focuses on treatments that restore both function and aesthetics, helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through carefully planned restorative and implant solutions.

  • With extensive experience in CAD/CAM dentistry and digital treatment planning, he leverages modern dental technology to enhance precision and efficiency.

  • Dr van Rooyen has dedicated his career to ongoing education and professional development, ensuring his patients benefit from the latest techniques and advancements in dentistry.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BChD) – University of Pretoria (1990)

Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implantology – University of Stellenbosch (2003)

Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implantology – Implant and Aesthetic Academy (2010)

ISCD Master Certificate & Trainers Course – International Society of Computerised Dentistry (2013)

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Specialised Clinical Interests

  • Dr van Rooyen has extensive experience in dental implant treatments, restoring missing teeth with solutions designed for long-term stability and function.

  • He has a strong focus on 3D CAD/CAM dentistry and digital treatment planning, enabling precise and efficient restorative care.

  • Dr van Rooyen provides treatments that enhance the appearance of the smile while maintaining natural function and long-term oral health.

  • Using modern aligner systems, he helps patients achieve straighter smiles through comfortable and discreet orthodontic treatment.

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Professional Contributions

Dr van Rooyen has lectured internationally on implantology and CAD/CAM dental solutions since 2013. He is also an ISCD Certified Trainer and has served as a Key Opinion Leader for the Dentsply Sirona Group, reflecting his involvement in advancing digital dentistry and implant technologies.