Faculty Staff
Dr Luk, Henry Wai Kuen

MPhil, PhD (HK); AdvCrown&BrCert; AdvProsthCert; AdvOrthCert; AdvMaxFacCert; FBIST; MIMPT





General Information
Title

Tutor in Dental Technology


Division

Restorative Dental Sciences


E-mail

wkluka@hku.hk
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Phone Number

2859 0321


Research profile

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Areas of Research Expertise

Teaching and training model development
Development of dental laboratory techniques
Radiographic and surgical stents




Category
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Publications
Article
Wang Y, Lam WYH, Luk HWK, Oilo M, Shih K, Botelho MG. The adverse effects of tungsten carbide grinding on the strength of dental zirconia, Dental Materials 2020; 36(4): 560-569 doi:10.1016/j.dental.2020.02.002
Ahmed KE, Wang T, Li KY, Luk WK, Burrow MF. Performance and perception of dental students using three intraoral CAD/CAM scanners for full-arch scanning, Journal of Prosthodontic Research 2019; 63(2): 167-172 doi:10.1016/j.jpor.2018.11.003
Lam YHW, Hsung TC, Choi WWS, Luk WK, Cheng YY, Pow EHN. A clinical technique for virtual articulator mounting with natural head position by using calibrated stereophotogrammetry, Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry 2018; 119(6): 902-908 doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2017.07.026
TAM CK, McGrath CPJ, Ho MYS, Pow EHN, Luk WK, Cheung LK. Psychosocial and quality of life outcomes of prosthetic auricular rehabilitation with CAD/CAM technology., International Journal of Dentistry 2014; 2014 doi:10.1155/2014/393571
Pow EHN, Chan KHC, Luk HWK, Dias APLH, McMillan AS. Effect of burn-out temperature on magnetic keepers in cast noble metal alloy posts, Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry 2009; 101(1): 66-72 doi:10.1016/S0022-3913(08)60293-0
Luk HWK, Pow EHN, Dias APLH. A quality assessment of the casting process on magnetic keepers: Basic science research, Journal of Prosthodontics 2007; 16(4): 249-254 doi:10.1111/j.1532-849X.2007.00185.x
Cheung LK, Chua HDP, Lo J, Luk HWK. Vector Guidance Splint for Internal Maxillary Distraction, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2007; 65(9): 1852-1856 doi:10.1016/j.joms.2006.04.047
Chiu WK, Luk WK, Cheung LK. Three-dimensional accuracy of implant placement in a computer-assisted navigation system, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants 2006; 21(3): 465-470
Kam AYL, Chung WC, Luk WK. Oral rehabilitation of a patient with scleroderma associated with systematic lupus erythematosus: A case report, Special Care in Dentistry 2006; 26(3): 121-123 doi:10.1111/j.1754-4505.2006.tb01435.x
Tse ETP, Cheng LYY, Luk HWK, Chu FCS, Chai J, Chow TW. Comparison of the retentive characteristics of cobalt-chromium and commercially pure titanium clasps using a novel method, International Journal of Prosthodontics 2006; 19(4): 371-372
Kam AY, McMillan AS, Pow EH, Leung KC, Luk HWK. A preliminary report on patient acceptance of a novel intra-oral lubricating device for the management of radiotherapy-related xerostomia, Clinical Oral Investigations 2005; 9(3): 148-153 doi:10.1007/s00784-005-0302-y
Lo J, Luk H, Cheung LK. Simulation model for endoscopically assisted fixation of the intraoral vertical subsigmoid ramus osteotomy, Asian Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2004; 16(2): 103-108 doi:10.1016/S0915-6992(04)80017-7
Chu FCS, Sham ASK, Luk HWK, Andersson B, Chai J, Chow TW. Threshold Contrast Ratio and Masking Ability of Porcelain Veneers with High-Density Alumina Cores, International Journal of Prosthodontics 2004; 17(1): 24-28
Luk HWK, Pow EHN, Mcmillan AS, Hui CF. A double casting technique to minimize distortion when constructing fixed partial dentures on implants, Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry 2004; 91(1): 93-96 doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2003.09.013
Luk WK, Darvell BW. Effect of burnout temperature on strength of gypsum-bonded investments, Dental Materials 2003; 19(6): 552-557 doi:10.1016/S0109-5641(02)00104-5
Wat PY, Chow TW, Luk HW, Comfort MB. Precision surgical template for implant placement: a new systematic approach., Clinical implant dentistry and related research 2002; 4(2): 88-92
Cheung LK, Luk WK. Chemical cleaning of titanium tray for reconstructive surgery, British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2000; 38(4): 271-276 doi:10.1054/bjom.1999.0277
Samman N, Luk WK, Chow TW, Cheung LK, Tideman H, Clark RKF. Custom-made titanium mandibular reconstruction tray, Australian Dental Journal 1999; 44(3): 195-199 doi:10.1111/j.1834-7819.1999.tb00221.x
Luk HWK, Darvell BW. Effect of burnout temperature on strength of phosphate-bonded investments, Journal of Dentistry 1997; 25(2): 153-160 doi:10.1016/S0300-5712(96)00011-5
Luk HWK, Darvell BW. Effect of burnout temperatures on strength of phosphate-bonded investments - Part II: Effect of metal temperature, Journal of Dentistry 1997; 25(5): 423-430 doi:10.1016/S0300-5712(96)00049-8
Clark RKF, Chow TW, Luc HWK, Tideman H. Prosthodontic aspects of a new method for functional reconstruction following maxillectomy, The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry 1995; 73(6): 559-562 doi:10.1016/S0022-3913(05)80116-7
Darvell BW, Samman N, Luk WK, Clark RKF, Tideman H. Contamination of titanium castings by aluminium oxide blasting, Journal of Dentistry 1995; 23(5): 319-322 doi:10.1016/0300-5712(94)00003-X
Luk HWK, Darvell BW. Casting system effectiveness- measurement and theory, Dental Materials 1992; 8(2): 89-99 doi:10.1016/0109-5641(92)90062-H
Luk HWK, Darvell BW. Strength of phosphate-bonded investments at high temperature, Dental Materials 1991; 7(2): 99-102 doi:10.1016/0109-5641(91)90053-2
Conference Paper
Lam YH, Ngan HYT, Hsung RTC, Luk HWK, Goto TK, Pow EHN. Validation of a novel geometric coordination registration using manual and semi-automatic registration in cone-beam computed tomogram, IS&T International Symposium on Electronic Imaging, EI 2016 2016; PMVA-373.1-IPMVA-373.6 doi:10.2352/ISSN.2470-1173.2016.14.IPMVA-373
Lam WYH, Ngan HYT, Wat PYP, Luk HWK, Goto TK, Pow EHN. Image calibration and registration in cone-beam computed tomogram for measuring the accuracy of computer-aided implant surgery, Proceedings of SPIE 2015; 9405: article no. 94050A, p. 1-article no. 94050A, p. 12 doi:10.1117/12.**
Lam WYH, Ngan HYT, Wat PYP, Luk HWK, Pow EHN, Goto TK. Novel geometric coordination registration in cone-beam computed tomogram, Applied Imagery Pattern Recognition Workshop Proceedings 2014; 1-6 doi:10.1109/AIPR.2014.**
Luk WK. 口腔种植修复技术员的工作范畴 - 其中的理念与技术, 上海市口腔医学会口腔修复工艺学专业委员会 - 口腔种植修复工艺研讨会 2012;
Tam CK, Luk WK, Pow EHN, Lo J, Coward TJ, Wong MCM, Cheung LK. CAD/CAM ear prosthesis placement guided by surgical navigation, Conjoint Scientific Meeting of the University of Hong Kong-West China School of Stomatology 2011;
Tam SCK, Luk WK, Pow EHN, Wong MCM, Lo J, Cheung LK. Surgical navigation for implant-supported ear prosthesis manufactured by CAD/CAM technology, International Conference on Advanced Digital Technology in Head and Neck Reconstruction 2011;
Luk WK. Fabrication of precision implant prosthesis, 第七次全国口腔修复工艺学学术交流会论文汇编 2011; 9-9
Tam CK, Luk WK, Pow EHN, Lo J, Coward TJ, Wong CM. Simultaneous Le Fort III and segmentalized Le Fort I osteotomies for syndromal and non-syndromal patients, Conjoint Scientific Meeting of the University of Hong Kong-West China School of Stomatology 2011; November: 43-43
Tam SCK, Luk WK, Pow EHN, Wong MCM, Lo J, Cheung LK. Surgical Navigation For Implant-supported Ear Prosthesis Manufactured By CAD/CAM Technology, BME International Conference 2010 2010;
Luk WK. Materials and technique of dental ceramics, 1st Global Congress of Chinese Dentists. GCCD 2010 2010;
Tam CK, Luk WK, Pow EHN, Lo J, Cheung LK. Immediate Implant-Supported Auricular Prosthesis Using Surgical Navigation and CAD/CAM Technology – an In Vitro Trial, Conference Program ISMR Italy 2010 2010; 81 Abstract no.26-81 Abstract no.26
Pow EHN, Chan KHC, Luk WK, Dias APLH, McMillan AS. Effect of laboratory procedures on casting magnetic keepers with gold alloy, The 9th International Workshop on Magnetic Dentistry / International Research Project on Magnetic Dentistry 2009;
Pow EHN, Chan KHC, Luk WK, Dias APLH, McMillan AS. Retention of magnetic keepers in cast noble metal alloy., Journal of Dental Research 2008; 87(Spec Iss B): 1071-1071
Pow EHN, Chan KHC, Luk WK, Dias APLH, McMillan AS. Effect of laboratory procedures on casting magnetic keepers with gold alloy, Inaugural Conjoint Dental Scientific Meeting of the University of Hong Kong and Wuhan University 2008;
Chiu WK, Luk WK, Cheung LK. Evaluation of the accuracy in image-guided navigational implantology system, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2005; doi:10.1016/S0901-5027(05)80960-9
Chu FCS, Sham ASK, Luk HWK, Andersson B, Chai J, Chow TW. Contrast ratio and colour difference of Procera veneers over different backgrounds, Journal of Dental Research 2003; 82(Sp Iss C): 637, abstract no. 30-637, abstract no. 30
Luk WK, Dias APLH. Effect of burnout temperature on Magfit keeper surface and keeper coping interface, Annual Scientific Meeting, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong 2000;
Luk WK, Dias APLH. Effect of burnout temperature on keeper surface and interface, Meeting of International Research Project of Magnetic Dentistry 2000;
Clark RKF, Chow TW, Chung WC, Luk HWK, Samman N, Tideman H. Functional reconstruction of mandible following mandibulectomy, Annual Conference of European Prosthodontic Association 1995;
Clark RKF, Chow TW, Chung WC, Luk WK, Samman N, Cheung LK, Tideman H. Functional reconstruction of the maxilla: a progress report of treated cases, Proceedings of 42nd Annual Conference, British Society for the Study of Prosthetic Dentistry 1995; 8-8
Clark RKF, Chow TW, Chung WC, Luk HK, Samman N, Cheung LK, Tideman H. A custom-made titanium mesh tray for functional reconstruction of the mandible, Proceedings of 42nd Annual Conference of the British Society for the Study of Prosthetic Dentistry 1995; 8-8
PG Thesis
Luk Wai-kuen. Aspects of dental casting in phosphate-bonded investments[PG Thesis]. Pokfulam, Hong Kong: The University of Hong Kong; 1991. doi:10.5353/th_b**

Honours and Awards
2016. Luk WK. Certificate of Commendation by Secretary of Home Affairs: Home Affairs Bureau, The Government of the Hong Kong SAR.

Knowledge Exchange
21 October 2013: Luk Wai Kuen. To receieve two elective students from Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
09 October 2012: Pow Edmond Ho Nang, Cheung Lim Kwong, McGrath Colman Patrick Joseph, Luk Wai Kuen, Tam Stephen Chi Keung. Press conference on "HKU Faculty of Dentistry to launch research project providing free implant treatment for facial defects".

Professional Societies
07/2011-present: Secretary. The Hong Kong Society of Dental Technicians.
04/2007-07/2011: President. The Hong Kong Society of Dental Technicians.
01/2001-03/2007: Vice President. The Hong Kong Society of Dental Technicians.

Grants
Project Title: Artificial Intelligence-Design of Maxillary Single-tooth Dental Prostheses
Grant Type: General Research Fund (GRF)
Funding Year: 2021
Amount: HKD945740
Principal Investigator: Dr Lam, Yu Hang Walter
Dr Koohi-Moghadam Mohamad, Dr Luk Wai Kuen, Professor McGrath Colman, Dr Tsoi Kit Hon, Professor Wang Wen Ping
Project Title: Plaque cleaning apparatus using dental acrylic 3-D printing technique by micro-mist injection for elderly and disabled
Grant Type: Innovation and Technology Fund for Better Living (FBL)
Funding Year: 2018
Amount: HKD**
Principal Investigator: Dr Tsoi, Kit Hon
Co-investigator(s): Professor Jung Han Sung, Dr Murbay Sukhdeep, Mr Laosuwan Kittipong, Dr Luk Wai Kuen, Dr Kawai Taisuke, Professor Sasaki Keiichi
Project Title: Functional reconstruction of the lower jaw
Grant Type: Other Funding Scheme
Funding Year: 1993
Amount: HKD0
Principal Investigator: Professor Tideman, Henk
Co-investigator(s): Dr Luk Wai Kuen
Project Title: Functional reconstruction of the upper jaw
Grant Type: Other Funding Scheme
Funding Year: 1991
Amount: HKD0
Principal Investigator: Professor Tideman, Henk
Co-investigator(s): Dr Luk Wai Kuen

Invited Lectures and Keynote Speeches
01 September 2014: How to fabricate esthetic prostheses.. The 8th Congress of Chinese Dental Technology Society, Shanghai, China..
01 January 2013: Symposium Workshop on Digital Colouring and Fabrication of Implant Supported Facial Prosthesis. Continuing Education Course 2013-2014, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong.
01 May 2008: Technical Aspects Of Dental Ceramic Systems.. Oral Health & Science Seminars, Faculty Of Dentistry, The University Of Hong Kong..
01 November 2007: Implants: Laboratory Aspects. Second International Conference on Evidence-based Advanced Dentistry.
01 November 2007: Laboratory aspects on the supra-structure. Second International Conference on Evidence-based Advanced Dentistry.
01 March 2007: Technical Aspects on dental erosion cases. Faculty of Dentistry, the University of Hong Kong.

Community Services
01 May 2019-01 April 2023: Commissioner V. Scout Association of Hong Kong
01 November 2015-01 April 2019: Commissioner V. Scout Association of Hong Kong
01 May 2013-01 October 2015: Commissioner IV. Scout Association of Hong Kong
01 June 2006-01 April 2011: Deputy District Commissioner. Scout Association of Hong Kong
01 November 2002-01 May 2006: District Scouter. Scout Association of Hong Kong

HKU Committee Appointments
01 November 2011-31 October 2014: Faculty of Dentistry, Board of the. Such other persons not being teachers as may be appointed to the Board by the Senate on the recommendation of the Board, provided that the number of such persons shall not exceed one-fourth of the whole number of members of the Board
01 November 1996-31 October 1999: Faculty of Dentistry, Board of the. Such other persons not being teachers as may be appointed to the Board by the Senate on the recommendation of the Board, provided that the number of such persons shall not exceed one-fourth of the whole number of members of the Board