Clear aligners have become one of the most popular ways to straighten teeth. They are nearly invisible, removable, and designed to fit your lifestyle. Many adults and teens choose them because they look more discreet than traditional braces. But before you start treatment, there are a few important things you should understand. At PureSmile in …
Dr Alex Shaw
Education & Experience
Education
• DDS, (University of Pacific, USA)
• MS (University of Southern California, USA)
• MSc (Oxford, England)
Field of expertise
General, Cosmetic & Implant Dentist
Languages
English, Mandarin
Are you looking for an American-trained dentist in Shanghai? Dr. Alex Shaw received his degree in Dentistry from the University of the Pacific where he was awarded Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society clinical excellence award, the Charles A. Ertola award for outstanding performance in clinical removable prosthodontics, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists award, among others. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Shaw practiced dentistry in San Francisco and was a faculty member in the Department of Restorative Dentistry and Implant Clinic at the University of the Pacific. In 2007, he and his family moved to Taipei where he maintains a busy practice focusing in aesthetic, restorative, and implant dentistry.
Aside from his doctoral degree in Dentistry, Dr. Shaw also earned a master’s degree in Craniofacial Biology from University of Southern California, and a master’s degree in Bioinformatics from Oxford University. Among his professional achievements, he has publications as author and co-author in various prestigious dental and medical journals, he has also lectured internationally on digital technology in dental implantology. Dr. Shaw has appeared on the cover of the Journal of American College of Dentists and was featured on the cover story of the D.paper, a premier dental journal in Taiwan.
Dr. Shaw is highly active in continuing education courses to bring top-notch dental treatment to his patients. He is committed in giving every one of his patients the highest quality, using the best materials and technologies available in dentistry today, all in a very personalized, friendly, and caring atmosphere.
In his free time, he enjoys traveling, spending time with his family and friends, and volunteering for the dental care of children with MPS.
Professional Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- American Association of Implant Dentistry
- American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry
Blog Articles
If you’re thinking about straightening your teeth, you’re not alone. Millions of people choose orthodontic treatment every year to improve their smiles and their oral health. Today, you have more choices than ever before. The two most common options are clear aligners and traditional braces. Clear aligners have become very popular in recent years. You’ve …
You probably remember someone in your class with big metal braces—or maybe that was you. I once watched my niece choose between clear aligners and colorful brackets and realized how confusing the choices can feel. This short guide cuts through the marketing noise so you can understand orthodontic treatment options, when to start, what to …
Dental implants offer a durable, natural-feeling replacement for missing teeth, often proving more cost-effective long-term despite higher upfront costs. At PureSmile, these implants restore smiles with exceptional stability and health benefits. Key Benefits Implants mimic natural teeth, improving chewing, speech, and confidence while preventing jawbone loss. They provide superior aesthetics and oral health preservation compared …
Let’s clear this up: I once tried to crunch an apple with old-school metal braces – big mistake. That little disaster made me a lifelong seeker of easier, smarter ways to fix a smile. In 2025, braces aren’t just wires and brackets; they’re almost science fiction. So, what’s it really like to step into an …
I’ll never forget the horror of my childhood orthodontist visits—the cold metal, the endless goop in my mouth, and a yearbook photo featuring a truly lopsided grin. Yet here we are in 2025, where the smile journey is nearly unrecognizable. Instead of suffering, you (or your child) get a customized, comfortable, speedy transformation, crafted by …
At sixteen, I nearly fainted from the gag-inducing dental mold—now, tech is flipping the script. In 2025, orthodontics feels closer to sci-fi than the metallic mouth nightmares of my past (or those cringe photos from school). From 3D scans that feel like Instagram filters to aligners so invisible you’ll check twice before biting into an …
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