Confession time: The first week after I got my braces, I nearly gave up on crunchy apples forever. If you’ve ever stared at a tangled mass of dental floss or read warnings about tooth decay around brackets, you know that taking care of your teeth during orthodontic treatment is not for the faint of heart. …
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
The other day, chatting over lunch, a friend confessed she'd been putting off seeing an orthodontist—she thought only teens needed braces, and her dentist couldn't help anyway. That got me thinking: just how many of us have quietly let orthodontic myths shape our smiles? From playground hearsay to internet half-truths, it's time to untangle the …
The first time I nearly bit into a whole apple with my new braces, I quickly learned why everyone warns against it—crisis narrowly averted. Living with braces is more than a list of dos and don’ts: it’s the art of adulting (or teen-ing) with wires. In Shanghai, with world-class clinics like Puresmile at your disposal, …
When my cousin finally got jaw surgery, the transformation was more than cosmetic—it was like seeing her reclaim her laughter. Many overlook that what seems like a 'tooth problem' often runs far deeper. Orthodontics isn’t just about braces; sometimes, it takes surgical precision to unlock both your bite and your confidence. If you’re wondering whether …
Let me tell you about the time I realized my smile wasn’t quite as picture-perfect as I’d thought. My aunt (never one to mince words) once peered at my teeth after a family hot pot dinner and announced, "You might want to see someone about that bite!" At first, I laughed it off—until I started …
Confession time: When I first looked into orthodontic treatments in Shanghai years ago, my experience was a whirlwind of metal, jargon, and dizzying price charts. Fast forward to 2025, and the landscape is nearly unrecognizable. If you’ve ever wondered why everyone in your WeChat moments is suddenly flashing perfect smiles—or why ‘Invisible Braces’ ads pop …
As Shanghai continues to establish itself as a global hub for innovation and technology, the field of orthodontics is not left behind. The future of orthodontic dental care in Shanghai promises to be exciting, with numerous advancements on the horizon. At PureSmile Shanghai, we are committed to staying at the forefront of these trends to …