Dr Tong graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the National University of Singapore (NUS), and completed her postgraduate training in Paediatric Dentistry with distinction at the University of Leeds (UK). Dr Tong obtained Membership in Paediatric Dentistry of the Royal College of Surgeons (England), and is an accredited Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry in Singapore. After returning to Singapore, she worked at her alma mater as an Assistant Professor and Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry where she taught both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr Tong currently works in private practice, and holds an Adjunct Senior Lecturer position at the National University of Singapore and mainly teaches Paediatric Dentistry residents. Clinically, her interests lie in management of children with medical conditions and special developmental needs, as well that those with severe traumatic dental injuries. Her academic interests are in research with respect to the oral care of Children with Special Needs, interdisciplinary management of traumatic injuries, and synthesis of scientific evidence through Systematic Reviews. She continues to participate actively in dental research and presents regularly at international conferences.