Singapore Services & Moving Here Dentists

The 9 Best Dentists & Dental Clinics in Singapore (2026)

Updated October 2026 · 9 picks

The best dental clinics in Singapore in 2026 include the National Dental Centre Singapore for subsidised specialist care; Specialist Dental Group at Mount Elizabeth for orthodontics, implants and oral surgery; expatdental in Novena for expats with international insurance; and T32 Dental and Smile Inc. in Orchard for private general and cosmetic dentistry.

How we chose

Every clinic here is a currently operating dental practice in Singapore with its own website, a named clinic address and dentists listed on its site. We included the two public specialist centres, specialist group practices and established private clinics that suit residents and expats. Nobody paid to be included and there are no affiliate links on this page.

We do not rank dentists by clinical outcomes, and this page is not medical advice. See a dentist for any diagnosis or treatment plan.

Check any dentist before treatment: the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) keeps the register of dentists, including the separate register of dental specialists (orthodontists, periodontists, endodontists, prosthodontists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons and paediatric dentists). Only dentists on the specialist register may call themselves specialists.

Singapore has a two-track dental system. Public care at the National Dental Centre, NUCOHS and the polyclinics is subsidised for citizens and permanent residents but can involve waits and referrals; private clinics, many clustered around Orchard and Novena, see you quickly at higher prices. Private dental care is not covered by most local hospital insurance, though expat health plans often include it, and some procedures can be partly paid from MediSave.

1. National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) — Outram

The national public specialist dental centre, part of SingHealth on the SGH campus.

Specialty Orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, paediatric and special care dentistryBest for Citizens and PRs on referral (subsidised), and private patients

The National Dental Centre Singapore is the country's main public specialist dental centre, part of the SingHealth group on the Singapore General Hospital campus at Outram. It has departments for orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery and restorative dentistry, covering endodontics, prosthodontics and periodontics, plus paediatric and special care dentistry.

It is the place for complex specialist care at subsidised rates if you are a citizen or PR with a referral, and it also sees private patients. Expect waiting times for non-urgent subsidised appointments.

Good to know: Get a referral from a polyclinic or your dentist to qualify for subsidised rates.

5 Second Hospital Avenue, Singapore 168938

Google Maps Website

2. National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS) — Kent Ridge

The NUHS dental centre at Kent Ridge, linked to the NUS Faculty of Dentistry.

Specialty General and specialist dentistry, oral surgery, orthodonticsBest for Patients in the west of Singapore, subsidised and private

NUCOHS is the National University Health System's dental centre, in the same building as the NUS Faculty of Dentistry at Kent Ridge, with a satellite clinic at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital in Jurong. It offers general and specialist dental care.

It is the public option for specialist dental care in the west. Call the centre to book an appointment.

Good to know: Living in the west? The satellite clinic at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital may be more convenient.

9 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore 119085

Google Maps Website

3. Specialist Dental Group — Mount Elizabeth / Orchard, Orchard Road

A group of ten registered dental specialists, practising since 1979.

Specialty Orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, paediatric dentistryBest for Patients needing specialist treatment, referred or direct

Specialist Dental Group has practised since 1979 and brings together ten dental specialists across orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, prosthodontics and children's dentistry, at clinics in Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre and Gleneagles Medical Centre.

It suits patients who need a specialist — implants, root canal retreatment, gum surgery, braces or wisdom teeth — without the public-sector wait.

Good to know: Ask your general dentist which specialist they recommend within the group for your specific problem.

3 Mount Elizabeth, #08-03/04/10 Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, Singapore 228510

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4. expatdental — Novena

Set up for expats, with dentists from the US, UK and Singapore and direct insurance billing.

Specialty General, cosmetic and children's dentistry, Invisalign, implantsBest for Expats and international families

Expatdental has looked after internationally minded patients since 2013, with a team of dentists from the US, UK, Canada and Singapore. It covers check-ups, children's dentistry, fillings, root canals, implants, Invisalign and braces, and cosmetic work.

It offers direct billing with some international insurers, including Cigna, subject to policy approval, and helps with claims for others. The clinic is in Novena Medical Center, next to Novena MRT.

Good to know: Send your insurance details before the first visit so the clinic can check direct billing.

10 Sinaran Drive, #08-15/16 Novena Medical Center, Singapore 307506

Google Maps Website

5. T32 Dental — Orchard Boulevard, Orchard Road

A well-known private dental group with its main centre at Camden Medical.

Specialty General, cosmetic and implant dentistry, orthodontics, children's dentistryBest for Families and professionals across Singapore

T32 Dental is one of Singapore's established private dental groups, with its main centre at Camden Medical Centre on Orchard Boulevard and branches in the CBD and the heartlands, plus a junior centre for children. It covers general and family dentistry, implants, orthodontics and cosmetic work.

It suits families who want one practice with general dentists and specialists, close to Orchard.

Good to know: Choose the branch closest to home or office for routine visits; complex work may be done at Camden.

1 Orchard Boulevard, #17-00 Camden Medical Centre, Singapore 248649

Google Maps Website

6. Smile Inc. Dental — Orchard Road

An Orchard Road practice since 1997, known for cosmetic smile makeovers.

Specialty General dentistry, cosmetic makeovers, implants, root canals, TMJ treatmentBest for Adults wanting cosmetic and general care in central Orchard

Smile Inc. has practised since 1997 and is in Mandarin Gallery on Orchard Road. It offers general dentistry — scaling, fillings, extractions, children's care — along with implants, root canal treatment, gum and TMJ treatment and its own smile-makeover approach.

It suits professionals and expats who want a central clinic for both routine care and cosmetic work.

Good to know: For a cosmetic makeover, ask for a mock-up or preview before agreeing to veneers.

333A Orchard Road, #04-18 Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 238897

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7. Pacific Dental — Scotts Road, Orchard Road

A Scotts Road practice with in-house orthodontic, surgical, gum and prosthodontic specialists.

Specialty Braces and Invisalign, implants, jaw surgery, crowns and full-mouth rehabilitationBest for Patients needing combined general and specialist care

Pacific Dental, at Scotts Medical Centre in Pacific Plaza, has general dental surgeons working alongside specialists in orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, periodontics and prosthodontics, so complex cases can stay in one clinic.

It lists CHAS and MediSave payment options for eligible treatments, which is useful for Singaporeans who want a private clinic in town.

Good to know: If you hold a CHAS card, mention it when booking to check what subsidy applies.

9 Scotts Road, #10-07 Scotts Medical Centre, Pacific Plaza, Singapore 228210

Google Maps Website

8. Orchard Scotts Dental — Orchard Road

An aesthetic and implant practice with nearly two decades in Orchard and a large Invisalign practice.

Specialty Veneers, implants, Invisalign, same-day crowns, gum and TMJ treatmentBest for Adults focused on cosmetic dentistry and aligners

Orchard Scotts Dental says it has more than 19 years of experience in aesthetic dentistry, with a team of eight dentists. It focuses on porcelain veneers, implants and Invisalign, where it is an Invisalign Black Diamond provider, plus same-day crowns, gum treatment and bruxism care.

It suits adults whose main goal is cosmetic — straighter or whiter teeth, or replacing missing ones. The practice is in Liat Towers on Orchard Road.

Good to know: Compare the full cost of aligners, including retainers and refinements, against traditional braces before choosing.

541 Orchard Road, Liat Towers, Singapore 238881

Google Maps Website

9. Q & M Dental Group — Island-wide

Singapore's largest private dental chain, listed on SGX, with clinics in most neighbourhoods.

Specialty General and family dentistry, braces, implants, specialist careBest for Families wanting an affordable clinic close to home

Q & M Dental Group is a Singapore Exchange-listed dental group and the largest private dental chain in the country, with dozens of clinics in HDB town centres and malls across the island. Its clinics handle routine family dentistry, braces and implants, and many accept CHAS.

It suits families who want a convenient neighbourhood clinic with consistent pricing. Check its site for the nearest branch and opening hours.

Good to know: Check the specific clinic's opening hours, and whether it accepts CHAS, before you go.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist cost in Singapore?

At private clinics, a check-up with scaling and polishing commonly costs from around S$80 to S$200, fillings from around S$100, and root canals, crowns and implants run into the thousands. Public clinics and the polyclinics are much cheaper for citizens and PRs, and CHAS card holders get subsidies at participating private dental clinics. Ask for a written estimate before treatment.

Can I use MediSave for dental treatment?

MediSave can be used for certain dental surgical procedures — such as wisdom tooth surgery and some implant and gum surgery — up to set limits, but not for routine check-ups, fillings or orthodontics. Ask the clinic whether your procedure is MediSave-claimable before you book.

How do I see a dental specialist in Singapore?

At public centres such as the National Dental Centre Singapore, subsidised specialist care usually needs a referral from a polyclinic or dentist; you can also go as a private patient. Private specialist practices accept patients directly. Check that the dentist is on the Singapore Dental Council's register of specialists.

Which dentists in Singapore suit expats?

Clinics like expatdental, Smile Inc. and the Orchard and Scotts Road practices are used to international patients and insurance. Expatdental offers direct billing with some international insurers, subject to approval. Always check with your insurer whether you need pre-approval for major work.

Where can I find an emergency dentist?

Many private clinics keep same-day slots for pain and broken teeth; call in the morning. For facial trauma, swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding after hours, go to a hospital emergency department.

1. National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) — Outram

2. National University Centre for Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS) — Kent Ridge

3. Specialist Dental Group — Mount Elizabeth / Orchard, Orchard Road

4. expatdental — Novena

5. T32 Dental — Orchard Boulevard, Orchard Road

6. Smile Inc. Dental — Orchard Road

7. Pacific Dental — Scotts Road, Orchard Road

8. Orchard Scotts Dental — Orchard Road

9. Q & M Dental Group — Island-wide

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