Dr Galvin Sim Siang Lin
Assistant Professor
Department of Restorative Dentistry
Kulliyyah of Dentistry, International Islamic University Malaysia
Dental Materials, Dental Education, Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics, Curriculum & Pedagogy
Dr. Galvin Sim obtained his bachelor's degree, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) with Dean's List Award, in September 2019 and his Master of Science in Dentistry (MScD) in December 2020 from the School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). In January 2021, Dr. Galvin achieved the Diploma of Primary Care Dentistry and Diploma of Membership from the Faculty of Dentistry of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Dip PCD RCSI & MFD RCSI), as well as the Diploma of Membership from the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (MFDS RCPSG). He stands out as one of the youngest dentists in Malaysia to receive three Diplomas from the Royal Colleges in the United Kingdom and Ireland. In 2022, he earned his second master's degree, Master of Mmore...
Dr. Galvin Sim obtained his bachelor's degree, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) with Dean's List Award, in September 2019 and his Master of Science in Dentistry (MScD) in December 2020 from the School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). In January 2021, Dr. Galvin achieved the Diploma of Primary Care Dentistry and Diploma of Membership from the Faculty of Dentistry of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Dip PCD RCSI & MFD RCSI), as well as the Diploma of Membership from the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (MFDS RCPSG). He stands out as one of the youngest dentists in Malaysia to receive three Diplomas from the Royal Colleges in the United Kingdom and Ireland. In 2022, he earned his second master's degree, Master of Medical Education with distinction, from the Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, making him among the youngest dentists in the country to receive a postgraduate education qualification. In 2023, he completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the field of endodontics from USM, and subsequently awarded the Diploma of Membership from the Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFDS RCSEd). His primary interests within the field of dentistry include restorative dentistry, dental materials, endodontics, and dental education.
Dr. Galvin actively engages in various seminars and workshops to expand his knowledge and clinical skills in dentistry. He has also presented his research papers at numerous national and international dental conferences. At the age of 28, he has authored over 55 research articles as the first author in peer-reviewed journals indexed by Web of Science/SCOPUS and has received a total of 18 national and international research awards. Additionally, he served as an undergraduate elective research co-supervisor at the Faculty of Dentistry, MAHSA University, as well as postgraduate research co-supervisors at the Kulliyyah of Dentistry, IIUM and the School of Dental Sciences, USM.
Dr. Galvin boasts an extensive professional background in his respective field. He commenced his career as a dental officer at the Ministry of Health Malaysia, dedicating two years to delivering essential oral healthcare services to the public. Subsequently, he transitioned to the Faculty of Dentistry at AIMST University Malaysia, where he assumed the roles of head of department and subject coordinator for the dental materials science course.
His commitment to academic excellence is evident through his involvement in various committees, including the Academic Quality Assurance and Curriculum Committee, Faculty Research, Ethics & Publication Committee, Faculty Academic Scheduling, Faculty Staff Professional Development Committee, Faculty Examination Committee, and the Major Curriculum Review Committee for the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Programme. Furthermore, Dr. Galvin has actively contributed to the Faculty International Articulation initiative. Presently, Dr. Galvin holds the position as assistant professor at the Kulliyyah of Dentistry, International Islamic University Malaysia. In this capacity, he is actively engaged in both teaching and learning activities, as well as contributing to research and publications. Driven by the self-determination theory, his teaching philosophy revolves around the conviction that continuous feedback and unwavering support can inspire students to pursue excellence.
Doctor of Dental Surgery (Universiti Sains Malaysia);
Master of Science in Dentistry (Universiti Sains Malaysia);
Master of Medical Education with distinction (Universiti Malaya);
Doctor of Philosophy (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
Latest Additions
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Cockburn, Jessica Grace and Pallath, Vinod (2026) Adapting to change: Undergraduate dental students' learning experiences and perceived enablers and barriers during the post-COVID-19 transition from online to onsite education. Journal of Islamic International Medical College, 21 (1). pp. 62-69. ISSN 1815-4018 E-ISSN 2410-5422
- Azman, Syuwari Azhar and Abidin, Sulhi and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Muhamad Halil, Mohd Haikal (2026) Qualitative exploration of manual dental records in the digital era using sociotechnical systems theory: insights from a teaching dental institution. Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science, 43 (NA). pp. 1-8. E-ISSN 2799-8010
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Foong, Chan Choong and Mohd Noor, Mohamad Nabil and Cabatan, Maria Concepcion (2026) A practical guide to reporting appraisal and transparency in qualitative research in health professions education. Discover Education, 5 (16). pp. 1-11. E-ISSN 2731-5525
- Aziz, Che Rafidah and Mohd Noor, Mohamad Nabil and Ibrahim, Muhammad Faiz and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Azhary, Jerilee Mariam Khong and Lye, An Jie and Vadivelu, Jamuna and Foong, Chan Choong (2026) Assessing changes in academic motivation across medical training stages: a longitudinal study in Malaysia. Annals of Medicine, 58 (1). pp. 1-15. ISSN 0785-3890 E-ISSN 1365-2060
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Badrul Hisham, Abdul Rauf and Yuen, Jonathan Jun Xian and Jin, Gan and Kim, Jong-Eun and Ardini, Yunita Dewi and Baharin, Fadzlinda and Muhamad Halil, Mohd Haikal (2026) Outcomes of silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) in carious primary teeth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical studies. Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, 50 (1). pp. 49-65. ISSN 1053-4628 E-ISSN 1557-5268
- Abidin, Sulhi and Mohd Nazri, Sofia Azreena and Mazlan, Nurhidayu and Mat Daud, Muhamad Sharifuddin and Haron, Mohammed Haizar and Abu Muslim, Munawarah Silam and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang (2025) Occupational health in aviation: a cross-sectional study of barodontalgia among Malaysian air force pilots. BMC Oral Health, 25 (1678). pp. 1-8. ISSN 1472-6831 E-ISSN 1472-6831
- Hisham, Abdul Rauf Badrul and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Chua, Hock S. and Ngademan, Ainur U.K. and Bahiar, Ahmad S.S. (2025) Prevalence maxillofacial injuries and traumatic dental injuries in Malaysian children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of International Oral Health, 17 (5). pp. 351-363. ISSN 0976-7428 E-ISSN 0976-1799
- Sim, Galvin Siang Lin and Ying, Annabell Ying Sim and Sana, Erlyn Aclan and Johnson, Gideon U (2025) Charting the use of mini-clinical evaluation exercise (mini-CEX) in nursing and dental education: a bibliometric analysis from the Web of Science database. Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science, 42. pp. 1-13. E-ISSN 2799-8010
- Mohd Noor, Mohamad Nabil and Cockburn, Jessica Grace and Chan, Choong Foong and Chiann, Ni Thiam and Abdul Aziz, Yang Faridah and Sildva, Tiiu and Sim, Galvin Siang Lin and Vadivelu, Jamuna (2025) Developing a framework for medical student feedback literacy using a triangulated thematic analysis. Annals of Medicine, 57 (1). pp. 1-16. ISSN 0785-3890 E-ISSN 1365-2060
- Appu, Tharani Elancovan and Baskaran, Vasunthra and Goh, Valentina Pui Nee and Tee, Yu Jie and Wong, Qiao Wen and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Noorani, Tahir Yusuf and Abd Aziz, Mohd Syafiq and Muhamad Halil, Mohd Haikal (2025) Physicochemical properties of a novel experimental alginic acid-enhanced bioceramic-based root canal sealer: a comparative in vitro evaluation. Journal of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, 28 (7). pp. 654-662. ISSN 2950-4716 E-ISSN 2950-4708
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Lim, Tong Wah and Braga, Mariana Minatel (2025) Embracing competency-based education for modern dental practice. The Asia Pacific Scholar, 10 (2). pp. 8-12. ISSN 2424-9335 E-ISSN 2424-9270
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Tan, Wen Wu and Chua, Kah Hoay and Kim, Jong-Eun and Gan, Jin and Muhamad Halil, Mohd. Haikal (2025) Adapting new norms: a mixed-method study exploring mental well-being challenges in dental technology education. PLoS ONE, 20 (3). pp. 1-14. E-ISSN 1932-6203
- Srivastava, Kumar Chandan and Saini, Ravinder S. and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Heboyan, Artak and Shrivastava, Deepti (2025) A decadal bibliometric analysis on the therapeutic strategies in oral lichen planus. Health Science Reports, 8 (2). pp. 1-21. ISSN 2398-8835 E-ISSN 2398-8835
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Arumugam, Thilageswary and Noorani, Tahir Yusuf and Muhamad Halil, Mohd Haikal and Platania, Silva Maria (2024) Gender diversity, equity, and inclusivity (DEI) in dental higher education: a narrative review on current evidence and future directions. Journal of Management World, 4. pp. 987-992. E-ISSN 2994-3191
- Lee, Yuetqi and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Mamat, Rosnani Binti and Noorani, Tahir Yusuf (2025) Student’s perception of hybrid team-based and case-based learning in undergraduate endodontics education. BMC Oral Health, 25 (43). pp. 1-9. ISSN 1472-6831
- Foong, Chan Choong and Mohd Noor, Mohamad Nabil and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang (2025) Compulsory lecture attendance: A poison or antidote? The Asia Pacific Scholar, 10 (1). pp. 56-58. ISSN 2424-9335 E-ISSN 2424-9270
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Foong, Chan Choong (2025) The need of establishing specialised dental education departments: Road to champion. The Asia Pacific Scholar, 10 (1). pp. 53-55. ISSN 2424-9335 E-ISSN 2424-9270
- Dhanapal, Raghu and Parasuraman, Subramani and Islam Nizami, Mohammed Zahedul and Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Krithikadatta, Jogikalmat (2024) A systematic review on the effectiveness of Zingiber officinale in reducing dental caries. Intelligent Pharmacy, 2 (5). pp. 638-642. E-ISSN 2949-866X
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Foong, Chan Choong and Kumaresan, Ramesh (2024) From outdated to outstanding: an institution’s journey in reforming the dental materials science curriculum and lessons learned. BMC Medical Education, 24. p. 1189. E-ISSN 1472-6920
- Lin, Galvin Sim Siang and Foong, Chan Choong and Abd Aziz, Yang Faridah (2024) Interactive online modules for dental education: a practical example of Gagne’s nine events of instruction. Education in Medicine Journal, 16 (3). pp. 173-184. E-ISSN 2180-1932