Meet Dr. Christopher W. Shim, DDS, MD
United by Purpose. Driven by Excellence.
Christopher Shim DDS, MD
Dr. Christopher W. Shim is a highly trained oral and maxillofacial surgeon proudly serving the Kingstowne and Northern Virginia communities. Born and raised in Kingstowne, Dr. Shim first discovered his passion for healthcare while volunteering at a local community dental clinic. That early experience shaped his commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in 2011. Driven by a love for science and service, Dr. Shim continued at VCU’s School of Dentistry, graduating with his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2015.
To broaden his clinical expertise, Dr. Shim completed a General Practice Residency from 2015 to 2017, followed by two years in private dental practice. These experiences laid a strong foundation in delivering comprehensive dental care to patients of all backgrounds.
In 2019, Dr. Shim began his rigorous six-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from UNC School of Medicine. His advanced training includes:
- Jaw (Orthognathic) Surgery
- Facial Trauma and Reconstruction
- Cleft Lip and Craniofacial Surgery
- Benign Pathology
- Dental Implant Placement
- Wisdom Teeth Removal and Dentoalveolar Surgery
As chief resident in his final year, Dr. Shim demonstrated leadership and a deep commitment to excellence in surgical care. His dual degrees in dentistry and medicine uniquely qualify him to manage complex cases requiring both surgical and medical expertise.
Patients appreciate Dr. Shim’s approachable manner, technical skill, and patient-centered approach. Whether performing routine extractions or intricate facial procedures, he prioritizes safety, comfort, and outstanding outcomes.
Our Patients, Our Best Advocates
My experience at the Capital Center has been excellent. Dr. Robert Emery is an outstanding surgeon and he has a very comforting personal approach to caring for his patients. I would recommend him to my friends and colleagues.
This a very patient-oriented practice with the dentist and his assistants being very responsive to questions. Dr. Emery has one of the best chair side manners of any practitioner that I have seen.
This office is more than fantastic. I am a patient of nurse Rona and I would never go to anybody else! She’s extremely talented, kind and everything that she has recommended has worked wonders for me! I recommend her 1,000%!!!
My experience at the Capital Center has been excellent. Dr. Robert Emery is an outstanding surgeon and he has a very comforting personal approach to caring for his patients. I would recommend him to my friends and colleagues.
This a very patient-oriented practice with the dentist and his assistants being very responsive to questions. Dr. Emery has one of the best chair side manners of any practitioner that I have seen.
This office is more than fantastic. I am a patient of nurse Rona and I would never go to anybody else! She’s extremely talented, kind and everything that she has recommended has worked wonders for me! I recommend her 1,000%!!!