Mr Carlen Chandler
(he/him)
DDS(UWI), MScD, MSc (Cardiff), FHEA MFDS RCSEd, MOrth RCSEd, MRACSDS(Orth) FDS(Orth) RCSEd
Teams and roles for Carlen Chandler
Clinical Senior Lecturer/ Honorary Consultant in Orthodontics
Overview
Carlen Chandler is a dedicated orthodontic educator and clinician with a strong track record in teaching, research, and service development.
Currently Undergraduate Orthodontic Lead and Early Years Lead, he has led curriculum innovation, enhanced integration with paediatric dentistry, and developed virtual learning environments to improve teaching delivery.
He has recently been appointed as an Honorary Consultant in Orthodontics and is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate education, clinical supervision, and curriculum development.
His research focuses on student engagement and the future of dental education, and he's pursuing a PhD in this area.
He also contributes to quality improvement projects, including psychological screening for orthognathic patients. As an examiner and Clinical Governance Representative for BOS, he's committed to upholding high standards in orthodontic education.
His experience across the UK and internationally equips him to contribute meaningfully to academic leadership, foster research collaboration, and shape the next generation of orthodontists.
Biography
2025–Present
Senior Clinical Lecturer / Honorary Consultant in Orthodontics
Cardiff University / University Dental Hospital Wales
2019–2025
Clinical Teacher in Orthodontics / Honorary Specialty Doctor in Orthodontics
Cardiff University / University Dental Hospital Wales
2021–2024
Academic Senior Registrar in Orthodontics
University Dental Hospital Wales / Prince Charles Hospital, Newport
2019
Dental Core Trainee / Senior House Officer in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Glan Clwyd Hospital, Wales
2017–2019
Orthodontic Associate
The Orthodontic Centre, 24 Fitt Street, Woodbrook, Trinidad
2013–2016
Professional Break
Postgraduate Studies (MScD Orthodontics)
2012–2013
Research Assistant in Orthodontics
The University of the West Indies Dental School, Trinidad
2012–2013
Dental Associate
Pride Dental, 122–124 Henry Street, Port-of-Spain, Trinidad
2011–2012
Vocational Training
The University of the West Indies Dental School, Trinidad
2006–2011
Undergraduate Studies – Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
The University of the West Indies Dental School, Trinidad
Honours and awards
Outstanding Contribution Award 2021
Cardiff University
Professional memberships
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Fellow in Dental Surgery (Orthodontics) (FDS(Orth) RCSEd)
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
- Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth RCSEd)
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- Member in Orthodontics (MRACDS(Orth)
Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons
- Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS RCSEd)
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Academic positions
Undergraduate Orthodontic Lead
Undergraduate Early Year Lead
Committees and reviewing
Clinical Governance Representative 2025
Orthodontic Teacher and Trainers Group- British Orthodontic Society (BOS)
Speciality Training Representative 2022-2024
HEIW Dental Trainees Committee
Contact Details
University Dental Hospital, Floor 1, Room 108, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4XY
Research themes
Specialisms
- Dental Education