We’re sure that if you follow the above steps, you’ll do great and end up with a beautiful, healthy smile!
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
Visiting the dentist can be an overwhelming experience for a child. Extensive dental treatment, such as multiple fillings or crowns, can bring about much anxiety for children and parents. Additionally, a frightened, hesitant, or overly-active child can make it challenging for the dentist to safely and effectively care for their teeth.
For parents and children alike, going to the dentist can be a stressful experience, especially if significant treatments are necessary.
Does your child have crooked teeth, but does not want to wear traditional metal braces? Have you considered Invisalign® treatment or other brands of invisible aligners? Are you hesitant because you think they’re just for adults?
Simply put, a “gummy smile” results when too much gum tissue is showing. This excessive gingival display can negatively affect the aesthetics of your smile.
Having a dazzling white smile can make a tremendous difference in the way a person looks and feels. While everyone would love to have a movie star smile, it’s often hard for people to achieve a radiant smile by brushing and flossing alone.
Undergoing orthodontic treatment is an experience that most parents anticipate guiding their child through when the time is right. Many feel that taking a trip to the orthodontist isn’t necessary until their child is a preteen.
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