Quick answer. Paediatric dentists are specialists in the dental care of babies, children and teenagers — first visits, prevention, fillings and extractions for young patients, dental trauma, and the care of anxious children or those with special needs, sometimes with sedation. The registered paediatric dentists below are grouped by focus. See one for a child’s first visit, decay or dental injury, or if your child is anxious about the dentist.
Paediatric dentistry focuses on the dental care of babies, children and teenagers. Paediatric dentists look after first dental visits, prevention (cleaning, fluoride, sealants), fillings and extractions for young patients, early guidance of jaw and tooth development, and dental trauma — and are experienced in caring for anxious children and those with special needs, sometimes using sedation. A big part of the role is making dental visits positive. The directory below lists registered paediatric dentists in Singapore.
How we compiled this directory
This is an editorial directory, not a ranking or endorsement. We list registered paediatric dentists practising in Singapore, drawn from public clinic and hospital listings. Always verify a specialist’s current registration on the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) specialist register, and choose based on your needs, your dentist’s referral and your insurance.
Preventive & general paediatric dentistry
- Dr Bien Lai Wen Pui — National Dental Centre Singapore
- Dr Elizabeth Tan — Child Smile
- Dr Ng Jing Jing — Petite Smiles Children's Dental Clinic
- Dr Nicola Chong — Child Smile
- Dr Ong Yean Sze — Kids Dental World
- Dr Tabitha Chng — My First Dentist
- Dr Terry Teo — Child Smile
Helping children feel at ease
A positive early experience helps children grow up comfortable with the dentist. Paediatric dentists use child-friendly explanations, gentle pacing and behaviour-guidance techniques, and their clinics are often set up to be welcoming for young patients. For very anxious children, those with special needs, or extensive treatment, sedation or (in selected cases) general anaesthesia may be considered after discussion. Regular visits from an early age also let small problems be caught before they become painful — see our guide to children’s dentistry.
What a paediatric dentist treats, and when to see one
A paediatric dentist looks after children’s first visits and prevention, fillings and extractions, early guidance of tooth and jaw development, and dental trauma, and is experienced with anxious children and those with special needs. See one for your child’s first dental visit, tooth decay or a dental injury, or if your child finds the dentist frightening; some care is provided with sedation.
What to expect at your first consultation
A first visit usually starts with your dental history and concerns, an examination and, where needed, X-rays or a scan. The specialist explains what they find, sets out the options with their pros, cons and typical costs, and answers your questions so you can decide without pressure. Specialist treatment is often staged over several appointments, with reviews to check progress and healing, so it helps to understand the likely number of visits and the overall timeline before you begin.
What to look for when choosing a paediatric dentist
Look for a registered specialist whose focus fits your needs, consider the clinic’s location and the treatment options offered, and ask about the plan, timeline and total cost before starting. For treatment that runs over months (such as orthodontics or staged implant work), convenience and clear communication matter. A general dentist can refer you, and it is reasonable to seek a second opinion for complex or costly treatment.
Costs and financing
Specialist dental treatment varies widely with the case and the clinic, and figures online are guides rather than quotes. For certain surgical procedures, MediSave may apply within the prevailing limits, while routine and cosmetic treatment is generally paid out of pocket or through dental insurance. Ask for a written treatment plan and estimate, and confirm current fees with the clinic.
Common questions
When should my child first see a dentist?
A common recommendation is by the first birthday or when the first tooth appears, so habits and any early problems can be picked up. Your dentist can advise on timing.
What does a paediatric dentist do that a general dentist does not?
Paediatric dentists have additional specialist training in treating children, including behaviour guidance, child-specific treatment, and caring for anxious children and those with special needs, sometimes with sedation.
How do you help an anxious child?
Paediatric dentists use child-friendly explanations, gentle pacing and behaviour-guidance techniques; sedation is sometimes considered for specific cases after discussion.
Do baby teeth matter if they fall out anyway?
Yes — baby teeth help with eating, speech and holding space for adult teeth, so decay in them still needs care.
Are paediatric dentists registered specialists?
Yes. Paediatric dentists in Singapore are registered dental specialists on the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) specialist register, having completed accredited postgraduate training in paediatric dentistry.
Related
This directory is general information, not dental advice or a recommendation of any individual. Details can change — verify registration on the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) specialist register and confirm specifics with the clinic. See our editorial policy.
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