Dental in Singapore — Complete Guide (2026)

In This Guide

1. What to Look For When Hiring
2. Typical Price Ranges
3. HDB vs Condo vs Landed
4. Red Flags to Watch Out For
5. All 121 Verified Providers
6. Dental by Location
7. FAQ

Dental services in Singapore are regulated by the Singapore Dental Council (SDC). Services span routine scaling and polishing (S$90-180), restorative work (fillings S$100-280, crowns S$1,200-2,800), orthodontics (braces S$4,500-8,500, Invisalign S$5,500-9,500), oral surgery (wisdom teeth extraction S$600-3,500), and cosmetic dentistry (veneers S$1,500-2,500 per tooth). Subsidised care is available at polyclinics (lower fees) and at NSFs / Pioneer Generation / Merdeka Generation holders get additional coverage. This guide covers credential tiers, what matters in dentist selection, and typical costs.

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All practising dentists in Singapore are SDC-registered. For specialised procedures (orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics), look for dentists with SDC specialist registration — a general dentist doing complex root canals or orthodontics without specialist training often produces inferior outcomes.

For orthodontic work, specifically look for Specialist in Orthodontics registration. General dentists offering braces or Invisalign often get decent results for simple cases but struggle with complex malocclusion, jaw alignment, or skeletal issues.

Check equipment and technology. Quality clinics have digital X-rays (lower radiation), intraoral cameras, 3D cone-beam CT for complex cases, and digital impressions (no more gag-inducing alginate for crown work). Clinics still running film X-rays and manual impressions are cost-cutting on imaging quality.

Ask about treatment planning and second opinions. Quality dentists explain treatment options with pros/cons and cost comparisons. Those pushing immediate extensive work without clear justification ('you need 6 crowns') are often over-treating.

For payment, check whether the clinic accepts MediSave for eligible procedures (wisdom teeth, major oral surgery), corporate insurance, or offers payment instalments for larger treatments.

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Prices are estimates as of 2026 and may vary based on scope, urgency, and property type. Get exact quotes for free.

HDB / polyclinic dental: polyclinic dental services (scaling S$40-80 subsidised), neighbourhood HDB commercial unit dental clinics with full range of GP dental services (scaling S$80-140, fillings S$80-200). Most family dental needs are served here.

Condo / mall clinics: mid-tier private dental chains (Q&M, T32, Greenlife). Scaling S$120-180; fillings S$150-300; crowns S$1,400-2,000; Invisalign S$5,500-7,500.

Landed / specialist clinics: boutique and specialist dental practices (orthodontic, prosthodontic, cosmetic specialists at premium clinics in Bukit Timah, Novena, Orchard). Consultation S$180-350; specialist procedures command 20-40% premium over mid-tier chains; full smile makeovers S$15,000-45,000.

Pushing extensive work on first visit: Legitimate dentists assess, treat urgent issues, and plan longer-term care. Those recommending 4-6 crowns or full 'smile makeover' on the first visit without severe dental issues are often over-treating.

No digital X-ray: Modern clinics use digital X-ray for lower radiation and immediate visualisation. Still-film clinics are cutting cost on patient safety and diagnostic quality.

Fees paid all upfront for orthodontic work: Orthodontics is a 18-36 month process. Full upfront payment is unusual; structured payment across treatment phases is standard.

Refuses second opinion referrals: Good dentists welcome second opinions for major treatment (implants, crowns, orthognathic surgery). Those who discourage second opinions often produce outlier treatment plans.

'Specialist' claims without SDC specialist registration: Only SDC-registered specialists can legally use the specialist title. Check registration if the clinic markets specialist credentials.

How many Dental providers are on KakiList?

We currently list 121 verified Dental providers serving Singapore. New providers are added regularly after verification.

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