Dental Cost in Singapore 2026: What You'll Really Pay

So... How Much Does Going To The Dentist Actually Cost in Singapore?

Let's be real — most of us only think about the dentist when a tooth starts screaming at 2am. By then, it's not just paiseh to admit you haven't been for a check-up in 3 years, it's also going to cost you more. Dental cost in Singapore can swing from "not bad leh" to "wah why so jialat" depending on where you go and what you need done.

This guide breaks down what you'll actually pay in 2026 — from a basic scaling and polishing at your neighbourhood clinic to getting a full set of braces or an implant. TL;DR: prices vary A LOT between polyclinics, private clinics, and specialist centres, so knowing the ranges helps you budget (and not get kena'd by surprise bills).

1. The Basics: Check-Up, Scaling & Fillings

These are the bread-and-butter treatments most Singaporeans will need at least once a year. Think of it like servicing your car — skip it and the bill gets bigger later.

• Dental check-up + consultation: $30 – $80 (often free or subsidised at some clinics if you proceed with treatment)
• Scaling & polishing: $60 – $150 at private clinics; $30 – $60 at polyclinics (CHAS subsidies may apply)
• Simple filling (composite/white filling): $80 – $250 per tooth, depending on size and location
• Tooth extraction (simple): $80 – $200; surgical extraction (like wisdom tooth) can hit $300 – $800

Pro tip: CHAS Blue and Merdeka/Pioneer Generation cardholders get decent subsidies at participating clinics — always ask upfront, don't assume.

2. Root Canals, Crowns & The