Quick answer. Periodontists are dental specialists who focus on the gums and the bone that support the teeth — treating gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis), performing gum and bone grafting and gum-recession surgery, and placing and maintaining dental implants. The registered periodontists below are grouped by focus. See one for bleeding, receding or swollen gums, loose teeth, or on referral for implants or advanced gum treatment.
Periodontics is the dental speciality concerned with the gums and the supporting bone around the teeth. Periodontists manage gum disease, carry out deep cleaning and gum/bone grafting, treat gum recession, and place and look after dental implants. Healthy gums are the foundation for keeping your natural teeth, so periodontal care matters even when the teeth themselves feel fine. The directory below lists registered periodontists in Singapore by their main area of focus.
How we compiled this directory
This is an editorial directory, not a ranking or endorsement. We list registered periodontists 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.
Gum disease & periodontal treatment
- Clin Assoc Prof Marianne Ong Meng Ann — National Dental Centre Singapore (treating gum infections, periodontitis and bad breath, with periodontal/gum)
- Dr Low Yi Han — DentalWorks (with a focus on periodontal regeneration, providing non-surgical and comple)
- Dr Mervyn Ng — The Periodontics Practice (Diagnosis and treatment of gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis), rece)
- Dr Tay Rong Hao John — National Dental Centre Singapore (focusing on management of severe gum disease (Stage III–IV periodontitis),)
Periodontal regeneration, grafting & aesthetic gum surgery
- Dr Daylene Leong — Specialist Dental Group (with a focus on periodontal regeneration, gingival aesthetics and plastic s)
- Dr Ethan Ng Yi Kai — National Dental Centre Singapore (with an emphasis on minimally invasive periodontology, periodontal regenera)
Dental implants & peri-implant care
- Dr Tan Wah Ching — The Dental Studio (Gums & Implants)
General & complex periodontics
- Dr Marlene Teo — An Dental
Why gum health matters
Gum (periodontal) disease is common and often painless in its early stages, which is why it can progress unnoticed. Untreated, it can lead to receding gums, loose teeth and eventually tooth loss, and it is linked to general health conditions such as diabetes. The reassuring part is that early gum inflammation (gingivitis) is usually reversible with professional cleaning and good home care, and more advanced periodontitis can be controlled. A periodontist works alongside your general dentist to stabilise the gums, and — where teeth are already lost — to plan and place dental implants on a healthy foundation.
What a periodontist treats, and when to see one
A periodontist treats gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis), bleeding or receding gums, loose teeth and bad breath linked to gum problems; carries out gum and bone grafting and gum-recession surgery; and places and maintains dental implants. See one if your dentist detects gum disease, if you have persistent bleeding or receding gums, or for implant treatment — often on referral from a general dentist.
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 periodontist
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
What does a periodontist treat?
Periodontists focus on the gums and the bone around the teeth — including gum disease, gum recession, bone and gum grafting, and the placement and maintenance of dental implants.
When should I see a periodontist?
If your dentist detects gum disease, if you have persistent bleeding, swollen or receding gums, loose teeth or bad breath from gum problems, or for dental implant treatment. You can often book directly, though a general dentist may also refer you.
Is gum disease reversible?
Early gum inflammation (gingivitis) can often be reversed with professional cleaning and good home care. More advanced periodontitis can be controlled but usually needs ongoing management by a periodontist and your dentist.
Do periodontists place dental implants?
Yes — implant placement and the care of the gum and bone around implants is a core part of periodontics. A periodontist will assess whether your gums and bone are suitable before treatment.
Are periodontists registered specialists?
Yes. Periodontists in Singapore are registered dental specialists on the Singapore Dental Council (SDC) specialist register, having completed accredited postgraduate training in periodontology.
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