Dr. Aaron Lim is a UK-trained dental clinician and recognised Key Opinion Leader in cross infection control, decontamination workflows, and regulatory compliance within dental practice. He graduated from the University of Manchester with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery before completing a Master’s degree in Infection Prevention and Control, with a specific focus on healthcare and dental environments.

Dr. Lim has over a decade of experience supporting dental practices in implementing robust, compliant, and efficient infection control systems. His expertise includes HTM 01-05 compliance, CQC inspections, instrument decontamination workflows, waterline management, and the integration of infection prevention protocols into daily clinical practice without compromising efficiency or patient experience. He is known for translating complex regulatory guidance into clear, practical systems that teams can implement confidently.

As Clinical Infection Prevention Lead for multiple group practices across the UK, Dr. Lim works closely with practice owners, managers, and clinical teams to audit, optimise, and future-proof infection control processes. He has a strong interest in human factors, team training, and behavioural compliance, recognising that effective cross infection control relies on people as much as protocols.

Dr. Lim is a sought-after speaker and educator, delivering postgraduate education nationally on infection prevention, risk management, and regulatory preparedness. He contributes to professional guidance documents, participates in peer-reviewed audits, and advises manufacturers on decontamination equipment and consumables. Outside dentistry, Dr. Lim enjoys endurance swimming, mentoring practice compliance leads, and promoting patient safety initiatives. He is widely respected for his calm authority, clarity, and evidence-based approach to infection prevention.