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      • Reduction of Square Jaw
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      • Root Canal Treatment
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      • Dr May Ling Eide
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      • Dr Daylene Leong
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Geriatric care

30 minutes consultation

We offer preventative and restorative dental services.

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Keep things peachy in your golden years

It is important to give extra care and attention to your oral health if you want them to stay healthy in your later years. Elderly patients suffer from higher rates of gum disease, dental decay, oral cancer, mouth infections, and tooth loss. The good news is that many of these dental conditions are preventable and far from inevitable.

At Specialist Dental Group, our multi-disciplinary team of dental specialists, dental surgeons and dental assistants are experienced in treating and caring for elderly patients with geriatric conditions such as dementia or previous stroke with debilitating disabilities.


What is geriatric dentistry?

Geriatric dentistry focuses on the dental needs of elderly patients above the age of 65, suffering from physical and functional limitations.


Here’s what you can expect during the visit

  • First Visit
  • Treatment
  • Follow Up Care

Our dental specialists/ dental surgeons will find out the details of your medical and dental history. He or she will assess the health of your teeth and gums by:

Taking X-rays

Examining the gums

Looking for signs of gum disease

Checking for loose teeth

Looking at the tissues inside your mouth

Examining your tongue

Checking your bite

Looking for visual evidence of tooth decay

Checking for broken teeth

Checking for damaged fillings

Looking for changes in the gums covering teeth

Checking the contact between your teeth

Consultation and treatment (if necessary) should be completed within 30 minutes. Sometimes, where complicated treatment may be required, the process may take a longer time. If your schedule does not allow it, our dental specialist/ dental surgeon will schedule for you to make a repeat visit on another day for further treatment.

Besides the 6-monthly dental check-up, you should have a good home care regime to maintain healthy teeth and gums in-between dental visits. Brush and floss your teeth twice a day or after each meal to remove plaque build-up. Include foods that are good for your teeth like fruits and vegetables, whole grains and dairy products like cheese and milk into your diet.


Geriatric dentistry fees

Wondering if Medisave can be used for this procedure?

Medisave does not apply to dental check-ups. However, depending on the diagnosis, certain surgical components of dental treatment may be covered under Medisave.

For more details on Medisave coverage, please visit our Medisave Page.

DescriptionFee(SGD)
Consultation & Examination$80 – $200
Digital x-ray$160 (if necessary)

*All fees are subject to prevailing Singapore Goods and Services Tax.
*All fees are subject to change without prior notice.

The information provided above is of a general nature only as you would need to be examined by our dental specialists/ dentists in order to confirm the best treatment option for you. A more detailed estimate of the fees involved can be confirmed after the initial consultation.


Accessibility with you in mind

Our clinics at Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre are specially designed to treat patients with mobility issues and/or are wheel-chair bound.

There are wide corridors for the easy access of wheelchairs and patient lift hoist to support wheelchair patients.

Meet our dental specialists & dentists

Our fully trained team is dedicated to keeping timely and painless care of your teeth.

Dr Steven Soo

Field
Prosthodontics

Training
UK

Qualified since
1989

Dr Helena Lee

Field
Periodontics

Training
Singapore, UK

Qualified since
1993

Dr Daylene Leong

Field
Periodontics

Training
Singapore, USA

Qualified since
2006

Dr Ben Wang

Field
Periodontics

Training

UK

Qualified since
2011

Dr Tan Kian Meng

Field
Prosthodontics

Training
Singapore, USA

Qualified since
2005

Dr Ho Kok Sen

Field
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Training
Singapore

Qualified since
1997

Dr Edwin Tan

Field
Prosthodontics

Training
Singapore, USA

Qualified since
1989

Dr Neo Tee Khin

Field
Prosthodontics

Training

Singapore, USA

Qualified since
1991

Dr Ansgar C. Cheng

Field
Prosthodontics

Training
Hong Kong, USA

Qualified since
1990


All about your smile

Blog – Reduce your risk of having Alzheimer’s disease!

Blog – How Does Your Oral Health Relate to Life Expectancy?

Blog – Your Teeth Could Extend Your Life Expectancy

Blog – 6 Tips to Maintaining Good Oral Health For Life


Media coverage

Media Coverage: Straits Times (29 July 2019): How often should you visit your dentist?

Media Coverage: Straits Times (8 Nov 2016): False Teeth – Nothing but the Tooth (Dr Ho Kok Sen)

Media Coverage: Straits Times (8 Nov 2016): Smile, as Toothless Folk Bite Back (Dr Ho Kok Sen)


Frequently asked questions

What are some of the most common dental problems in elderly patients?
  • Darkened teeth
  • Periodontal (gum disease)
  • Tooth decay
  • Oral sores
  • Receding gums
  • Xerostomia (dry mouth)
  • Tooth loss
How often should elderly patients get dental care check-ups?

Seniors are recommended to go for a routine dental check-up twice a year. However, those who suffer from dental issues may require more frequent visits.

If you or your loved ones have gum disease, you may need to see your dental specialist every two to three months.

Routine dental check-ups help to prevent common dental problems and treat dental issues in a timely manner before it worsens.

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+65 6471 5150

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Dental Emergency

Please contact us directly at the emergency contact number on your dentist’s card, or the Mount Elizabeth A&E department at +65 6731 2218, or Gleneagles A&E department at +65 6470 5700.

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  • Trefoil™ Dental Implants
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  • Cosmetic Dentistry
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  • Gum Treatment
  • Gummy Smile Treatment
  • Invisalign
  • Reduction of Square Jaw
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Veneers
  • Bone Grafting
  • Natural Dental Tooth Bridge
  • Children’s Dentistry
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  • Dental Emergencies
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  • Gum Grafting
  • Geriatric Care
  • Jaw Surgery
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  • Oral Biopsy & Cyst Removal
  • Pre-Surgery Assessment
  • Reduction of Square Jaw
  • Root Canal Treatment
  • Scaling & Polishing (Teeth Cleaning)
  • Sinus Lift
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Teeth Whitening
  • TMJ (Jaw Joint) Treatment
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Multispecialty Team

  • Prosthodontics
    • Dr Steven Soo
    • Dr Tan Kian Meng
    • Dr Edwin Tan
    • Dr Neo Tee Khin
    • Dr Ansgar C. Cheng
  • Orthodontics
    • Dr Soh Shean Han
    • Dr May Ling Eide
  • Periodontics Treatment in Singapore
    • Dr Helena Lee
    • Dr Daylene Leong
    • Dr Ben Wang
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Dr Ho Kok Sen
  • Endodontics
    • Dr Irene Sim
  • Paedodontics
    • Dr Tabitha Chng
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