Vanessa Chong, DDS, Cert. Ortho, MSD, FRCD(C)

Meet Dr. Chong

Dr. Vanessa Chong was born and raised in Toronto, where her upbringing was deeply influenced by her father, a dentist who instilled in her a dedication to excellence and a commitment to compassionate patient care from an early age.

She began her higher education at the University of Western University before following in her father’s footsteps by pursuing her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Toronto. She graduated with honours, receiving numerous awards for her academic excellence and research contributions, and was inducted into the prestigious OKU Dental Honour Society as one of the most outstanding members of her dental class.

Driven by her passion for creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Chong completing her specialty training in Orthodontics at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. During this time, she received her specialty certificate in Orthodontics and a Masters of Science in Dentistry degree and successfully completed her certification with the American Board of Orthodontics.

Following her residency, Dr. Chong worked in private practice in New York City before returning home to Toronto, where she continues to make a meaningful impact in her community by helping patients achieve their ideal smiles. Her dedication to her craft and commitment to excellence define her professional journey as an accomplished orthodontist.

Dr. Chong is a fellow of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Canada and holds active membership with numerous professional affiliations. She also maintains a part-time faculty status at the University of the Pacific Department of Orthodontics.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Chong leads an active and vibrant lifestyle. She enjoys traveling to new destinations, exploring different restaurants, and cherishing time with family and friends.