Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children ✓ ACRA Verified
About Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children
About Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children
Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children is a paediatric-focused dental and orthodontic practice located at 16 Collyer Quay, Level 36, serving patients islandwide. The listing is KakiList-verified, meaning operating details and contact channels have been confirmed by a real person. It holds a 4.2/5 rating across 23 Google reviews — a moderate sample size that provides some directional confidence. No regulatory licences are currently listed on this profile, and the practice is not ACRA-registered in our records; parents are strongly encouraged to verify the clinic's MOH Healthcare Services Licence and the treating dentist's Singapore Dental Council (SDC) registration independently before booking.
For a first appointment, parents typically contact the practice via WhatsApp, phone, or the online enquiry form to describe their child's concern — whether that is misaligned teeth, crowding, an underbite or overbite, spacing issues, or a routine paediatric dental review. The treating clinician will conduct an initial examination, which may include intraoral photographs, a panoramic X-ray, or cephalometric imaging to assess jaw development and tooth eruption stage. A treatment plan and written financial estimate — splitting any insurance or MediSave components from the out-of-pocket portion — should be provided before any orthodontic appliance (braces, clear aligners, or myofunctional devices) is fitted. For planned orthodontic treatment, parents should request a pre-treatment financial counselling session to understand the full cost, payment schedule, and what happens if treatment spans multiple years.
Reach the practice directly via WhatsApp, phone, or the contact form to enquire about appointment availability, confirm the treating clinician's credentials, and request a written fee estimate before committing to any treatment plan.
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4.2/5 from 23 Google reviewsModerate sample size — provides some directional confidence.
Verify the doctor's name on the Singapore Dental Council register and the clinic's MOH Healthcare Services Licence before booking, and for any planned orthodontic treatment request a written financial counselling estimate that itemises the full cost, payment schedule, and out-of-pocket portions before paying any deposit.
Google Reviews ⭐ 4.2 (23 reviews)
Helen Ng
★★★★★
I have no hesitation in recommending Dr. Catherine Lee. She was referred to me, as a highly skilled orthodontist specializing in tooth and jaw adjustments. Dr. Lee is dedicated and strives to provide the best care for her patients. My experience with Dr. Lee has been nothing short of exceptional! To begin with, my case was extremely challenging when I first consulted Dr. Lee in early 2021. I had a complex situation, needing correction for the damage caused by another orthodontist who had previously treated my teeth. My teeth were severely misaligned, particularly my molars and premolars, which were slanted. Right from the start, Dr. Lee empathized with the emotional distress I had endured at the previous orthodontist’s clinic. She displayed professionalism in explaining the realignment treatment, the cost, and the timeline required to rectify the damage. Throughout the two years under Dr. Lee’s care, she consistently took the time to listen attentively and was stringent in ensuring I followed her treatment instructions. She always prioritized the functionality of my teeth while straightening them. Today, I am proud to say that my teeth are perfectly straight! Dr. Lee even performed the final touch-up by filling all cavities and ensuring my teeth are well-levelled. I am now embarking on the next phase of teeth whitening with Dr. Lee. While her specialist expertise comes at a higher cost, you truly get what you pay for. I may have paid half the price to the other orthodontist at the Orchard clinic, but I not only endured emotional distress but also experienced the unfortunate consequence of being wrongfully advised to remove four teeth and having my molars and premolars severely misaligned after over 5 years of treatment. Thank you, Dr. Lee, for the realignment treatment.
Wendy Lee
★★★★★
Dr Lee is very detailed and knowledgeable in her work. She has looked after my smile perfectly and professionally unlike the others who are irresponsible with their work despite of their charges and claims. Highly Recommended! If you are seeking for a caring, passionate, dedicated and professional dentist/orthodontist who does not accept substandard treatment.
Si Hui Oh
★★★★★
The first and only dental clinic I would bring my kids go. Dr Catherine always provide good advices on taking care of our teeth abd emphasising the importance of it. Her assistants are always so helpful and patient.
Ved
★★★★★
Doc Lee has been my dentist for almost 8 years. She's done an amazing job and I really appreciate all the work it has taken to get me where I am today. She is firm, but not unfair, and does her best to accommodate patients where she can but she has no tolerance for people who waste time, which I admire. She's the expert and delivers the results she promises. Clinic staff are also extremely professional and capable and do a great job. Overall, I would recommend her to anybody thinking about dental treatment.
Paul Scanlan
★★★★★
Dr. Lee has been my family dentist for 6 years. Over this time she has preformed realignment treatment to my children and to myself. She always suggested optional treatments including many lower cost options that have the same outcome. She never over charged or asked for additional payments. The end results are excellent and my kids and I are very pleased with the results. I cannot recommend her highly enough for her skill and professionalism.
Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children vs other providers in Singapore
Side-by-side with the next three highest-rated paediatric providers on KakiList, so you can see how Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children stacks up at a glance.
| Provider | Google Rating | Reviews | Years | Verified |
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| Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children (this page) | ⭐ 4.2 | 23 | — | ✓ |
| Straits Dental | ⭐ 5.0 | 1630 | — | ✓ |
| Thomson Specialists Woodleigh | ⭐ 5.0 | 412 | — | ✓ |
| City Osteopathy and Physiotherapy | ⭐ 5.0 | 376 | — | ✓ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children charge?›
First consultation fees at a private dental specialist practice in Singapore typically run S$120–250, with follow-up reviews at S$80–180. Orthodontic treatment costs vary considerably by type: traditional metal braces S$3,500–6,500, ceramic braces S$4,500–8,000, clear aligners S$4,000–10,000+, and interceptive or myofunctional appliances for younger children S$1,500–4,000 depending on complexity and duration. Diagnostic records (panoramic X-ray, cephalometric X-ray, intraoral photographs) are typically billed separately at S$150–400. GST applies on private dental and orthodontic services. MediSave generally does not cover routine dental or orthodontic treatment — confirm with the clinic whether any component of the planned care is claimable. Request a written financial counselling estimate that itemises all costs before treatment begins. See the full paediatric cost guide for Singapore →
Is Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children MOH-licensed and how do I verify the dentist?›
Every legitimate dental clinic in Singapore holds an MOH Healthcare Services Licence issued under the Healthcare Services Act — verifiable on the MOH licensee directory. Every practising dentist must be registered with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC); you can search by name on the SDC public register at sdc.gov.sg to confirm registration status and any specialist accreditation (e.g. in Orthodontics or Paediatric Dentistry). No licences are currently listed on this KakiList profile, and the practice does not appear in our ACRA records. This does not mean the clinic is unregistered, but parents should verify both the MOH clinic licence and the treating dentist's SDC registration directly — neither alone is sufficient. Contact the practice and ask for the licence number before booking, particularly for a child undergoing multi-year orthodontic treatment.
How do I use MediSave or insurance at Dr Catherine Lee Orthodontics Children?›
Routine dental consultations and orthodontic treatment (braces, aligners, retainers) are generally not claimable under MediSave or MediShield Life Integrated Shield Plans, as these are classified as dental procedures rather than medical treatment. Some exceptions exist — for example, surgical correction of jaw deformities (orthognathic surgery) may be partially MediSave-claimable, but this applies only to the surgical component and requires pre-authorisation. If your child has a private Integrated Shield Plan, check whether dental-related surgical procedures are covered under the medical rider. For the vast majority of paediatric orthodontic care, out-of-pocket payment or a dental insurance rider (sold separately from MediShield Life plans) is the norm. Ask the clinic for an itemised written estimate before any treatment begins, and clarify the payment schedule for multi-year orthodontic cases — most practices require a deposit on appliance fitting and monthly or quarterly instalments thereafter.