About Dr Eugene Chan

Dr Eugene Chan is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and was formerly a Staff Specialist (Department of Orthodontics) at the Sydney Dental Hospital, and a Clinical Lecturer in Dentistry at the University of Sydney, Australia. He was previously a member of the Australian Dental Association, the European Orthodontic Society, Australian Society of Orthodontists and a Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontics. He was awarded his Dental and Specialist Board Certification in Singapore, Australia (New South Wales) and New Zealand and is a Certified Member of the Australian Orthodontic Board.

Dr Chan has spoken at both local and international conferences and is widely published in scientific journals. He is also a Clinical Consultant with Invisalign™ and is one of the top Invisalign™ Elite Providers in Australia and Singapore.


Contact Dr Eugene Chan

Phone: 67349393

Education

  • BDS
  • MDSc
  • PhD
  • M Orth RCS

Awards and Achievements

  • 2008 to 2013 Platinum Elite Provider, Invisalign
  • 2002 to 2003 Milton Sims Award for the Top Orthodontic Postgraduate in Australia
  • Academic Research Scholarship Doctorate of Medical Science, University of Groningen

Recent Answers

What should I do if my teeth are shifting 1 year after braces treatment?

You are recommended to visit your orthodontist so that he/she can do a detailed check for you. One of the common reasons for a relapse is the lack of frequent retainer wear. It is of utmost importance to wear one's retainer after orthodontic treatment. I always tell my patients that "retainers are for life". If we want absolutely straight teeth, some sort of retainers may be required semi permanently. If the shift is mild, a few sets of aligners can be used to fix it. However, if the shift is significant, then a retreatment may be required to realign the teeth to the desired position.

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Do I have to extract my wisdom teeth before Invisalign?

That depends on the position of your wisdom teeth. If the position of your wisdom teeth does not affect treatment, we can usually leave them in. If your treatment requires molar distalization (molar teeth to be moved), then the wisdom teeth will need to be removed. Do consult your orthodontist so that he/she can have a thorough examination of your dental condition (clinically and radiographically) and advise accordingly.

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Is Invisalign suitable for kids?

While there is no age limit for Invisalign (my youngest Invisalign patient is 8 years old), there are a few prerequisites before treatment can take place: Eruption of all permanent incisors and first molars No significant tooth damage or decay Discipline to wear aligners for at least 20 hours a day (including brush after every meal before wearing the aligners) Invisalign aligners are removable, therefore it is much easier for kids/teens to maintain good oral hygiene, play sports and look good at the same time.

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Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre 3 Mount Elizabeth #08-03/04/10 Singapore 228510

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* This profile has been last updated on September 6, 2019.