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About
About Dr. Chris Lee
Dr. Chris Lee grew up and lived most of his life in Vancouver. After finishing elementary and high school in the Vancouver area, he attended the University of British Columbia (UBC), where he completed his Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Sc. (Pharm)) followed by a Doctoral degree in Dental Medicine (D.M.D).
Dr. Chris Lee
Owner & Principal Dentist in the Vancouver Lower Mainland · Co-Founder & Director of WISE Institute
Background
Training, experience, and commitment.
Dr. Chris enjoys providing all aspects of dentistry, including cosmetic and surgical dentistry. He has an extensive experience in wisdom teeth extractions and implant dentistry, areas in which he is heavily involved in teaching at the WISE Institute that he co-founded. He also enjoys using the newest technology involving Invisalign to align and restore patients' smiles. Dr. Chris is a Platinum Invisalign provider. For several years, he has been a part-time clinical instructor at UBC Faculty of Dentistry, where he shares his passion, knowledge, and experience with the senior year dental students.
Dr. Chris strives to deliver the highest quality care possible. Therefore, he is deeply committed to various continuing education and has accumulated over a thousand hours of continuing education hours over the years. In 2017, he was awarded a fellowship with the largest implant organization, the International Congress of Oral Implantologist (ICOI), to highlight his achievements.
His training experience and active involvement in dental academies and study club include:
- Co-founder and Co-director at WISE Institute
- Externship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Pathology at SNU
- Clinical instructor at UBC Faculty of British Columbia
- Platinum level Invisalign Provider
- Completion of Basic and Advanced Residencies in Implantology
- Fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantology (ICOI)
- Completed Core Implant Training
- Member of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
When he is not at the clinic or teaching, Dr. Chris spends time with his family. His daughter Amber and his son Caden, they sure keep Dr. Chris and his wife Lauren happy and busy! His hobbies include playing soccer, and he also enjoys camping and photography. Dr. Chris is fluent in both English and Korean.
He is a registered dentist with the College of Dental Surgeons of B.C., B.C. Dental Association, and Canadian Dental Association.
- Clinical EducatorUBC Faculty of Dentistry
- ICOI FellowInternational Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Platinum Invisalign Provider
- Co-Founder & DirectorWISE Institute
- BilingualEnglish · Korean
- Registered DentistCDSBC · BCDA · CDA
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Chris Lee's philosophy of care is grounded in a commitment to providing patient-centered dentistry in accordance with professional standards and ethical practice guidelines in British Columbia. He is dedicated to delivering comprehensive dental care, including preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments, tailored to each patient's individual needs and wants.
Dr. Chris Lee's approach emphasizes clear communication, informed decision-making, respect for patient autonomy, and building long-term relationships with his patients. He aims to support long-term oral health through careful treatment planning, evidence-based dentistry, and a focus on functional and aesthetic outcomes within the scope of modern dental practice, helping patients feel confident in both their care and their results.
WISE Institute
WISE Institute
WISE Institute was co-founded by Dr. Chris Lee for general dentists who want to deepen their skills in implant and surgical dentistry.
The study club was created to give dentists a structured path for mentorship, hands-on training, case-based discussion, and peer learning.
Its purpose is to help practicing clinicians build confidence, share real-world experience, and deliver better patient care together.
Let's work together.
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