Dr. Eric Chen graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology, and received his dental training at UCLA where he served as Class President. He then went on to complete his Orthodontic residency training at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center where he concurrently earned a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology.
Dr. Chen is a board-certified orthodontist, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. His world-class training has inspired him to be both meticulous and passionate in achieving the best esthetic and functional results for his patients, tailoring each unique treatment to individual needs. Dr. Chen’s favorite part of practicing orthodontics is the rewarding feeling of giving his patients increased confidence and joy with their healthy and brilliant smiles.
In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Chen has received numerous academic awards and has published and presented his research extensively. One of his most meaningful projects was a collaboration with NASA studying the effects of microgravity-induced osteoporosis in outer space.
Outside of work, Dr. Chen enjoys giving back to the community through public service. He is a member of the California Health Corps LA County Surge Unit, and volunteered in the local community after the Eaton fires. He also loves mentorship, and serves as an alumni interviewer for Harvard.
Dr. Chen values quality time spent with his family and friends. He plays in a beach volleyball league, enjoys meeting new people, and is an avid swimmer and gardener. He also loves to eat, and keenly welcomes any new restaurant recommendations.
Education
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (2019)
University of California, Los Angeles
Master of Science (M.S.), Oral Biology (2018)
University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), Dental Public Health (2016)
Harvard College
Bachelor of Arts (A.B.), Molecular and Cellular Biology (2012)
University of Oxford
Queen’s College, Historical and Contemporary Evolutionary Biology (2011)
Honors and Awards
Unilever Hatton Award, Basic Science
International Association for Dental Research (2019)
Research Section Award, Preclinical Models Section
Orthopaedic Research Society (2019)
Dean’s Medal, UCLA Commencement (2016)
Bob and Marion Wilson Endowed Scholarship, UCLA School of Dentistry (2016)
Section of Orthodontics Departmental Award, UCLA School of Dentistry (2016)
Section of Oral Medicine & Orofacial Pain Departmental Award
UCLA School of Dentistry (2016)
Dental Foundation of California Endowed Scholarship (2014-2016)
Pierre Fauchard Academy Scholarship, Oral Health Foundation (2015)
Dr. Robert B. Dewhirst Scholarship
American Dental Association Foundation (2014)
Tylenol Future Care Scholarship (2013)
TL1 Summer Research Fellowship
UCLA Clinical and Translational Science Institute (2013)
North American Taiwanese Medical Association Foundation Scholarship (2013)
Ozar-Hasegawa Dental Ethics Award
American Society for Dental Ethics (2013)
Dean’s Scholarship, UCLA School of Dentistry (2012)
Robert J. Glaser ’40, M.D. ’43 Endowed Scholarship
Harvard University (2010-2012)
David Rockefeller International Experience Grant (2011)
Harvard College Faculty Scholarship (2008-2010)