Dental Care Costs in Singapore

Dental care in Singapore is partially covered through Medisave for certain surgical procedures but is largely an out-of-pocket expense for routine care. A standard dental checkup costs approximately S$30-80 at a public polyclinic dental clinic and S$50-150 at a private dental practice. Dental cleaning costs S$50-150 at public facilities and S$80-250 at private clinics. Fillings range from S$50-150 (public) to S$100-350 (private) depending on material and complexity.

Medisave can be used for selected dental surgical procedures including surgical extractions, dental implants, and certain oral surgical procedures, with a withdrawal limit of S$1,250 per Medisave account per year for dental procedures. Dental implants cost S$3,000-6,000 per implant in Singapore, and crowns cost S$800-1,800 at private practices. Root canal treatment ranges from S$600-1,500 depending on the tooth and complexity.

Public dental services are available through the National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) and polyclinic dental clinics, offering subsidized rates for Singapore citizens and permanent residents. The Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) provides dental subsidies of S$85-255 per visit at participating GP/dental clinics for lower and middle-income residents. Pioneer and Merdeka generation seniors receive additional dental benefits. Despite subsidies, dental care remains a significant expense for many Singaporeans.