Dental clinics in Singapore for fillings & more!

Feeling like a pick-me-up? Start by treating your teeth! From new teeth filling technology to smile makeovers, here’s a look at some modern treatments available at dental clinics in Singapore – and what these Singapore dentists can offer.

Dental clinics for a smile makeover

No two sets of teeth are the same – which is why smile makeovers shouldn’t be either. Digital Smile Design (DSD) is an advanced approach to designing a smile makeover, explains Dr Andrew Doig of Skye Dental Clinic, the first and only dedicated DSD clinic in Singapore.

This smile makeover technology involves incorporating digital records of your teeth, gums, bone and face to create a smile that’s proportionate to your face. Because every face is different, each smile design is completely customised. Dr Doig, a certified Digital Smile Design (DSD) Master, also collaborates with international dental technicians and software engineers to craft the perfect smile for each patient.

The benefits of this smile makeover

DSD can address almost all dental concerns, whether aesthetic or functional. These include aligning teeth, providing dental implants, correcting gummy smiles, improving tooth colour and shape and comprehensive dental rehabilitation. For example, misaligned or crowded teeth can be treated with orthodontics like Invisalign (with Dr May Ling Eide, Skye Dental’s orthodontics dentist), followed by composite bonding by Dr Andrew who uses white fillings to enhance tooth shape. He also 3D prints plastic guides to ensure accurate placement for natural-looking results.

Unlike traditional smile makeover methods that are often more invasive and result in more destruction of the tooth tissue, DSD allows these Singapore dentists to take a conservative, minimally invasive approach – focusing on preserving your healthy teeth while achieving the desired results.

The DSD experience at Skye Dental

The smile makeover experience begins with an initial consultation where the patient and dentist discuss dental issues and overall goals. Digital records are taken – photos, videos, x-rays and 3D intra-oral scans (meaning no more messy, uncomfortable old-fashioned moulds). The dentists and the team then begin the smile design process behind the scenes.

In the second appointment, you’ll see a presentation of your proposed new smile. You’ll also do a “test drive” where Dr Andrew transfers the design onto your teeth and takes photos and videos to show you the result. If you’re happy with the visualised outcome, Dr Andrew will explain what’s involved to achieve that smile and treatment can begin.

Skye Dental
38 Club Street
6980 5751 | skyedental.sg

Say goodbye to silver teeth fillings

Still holding onto silver fillings from years ago? It might be time for an upgrade. Traditional amalgam teeth fillings made from metals including mercury are increasingly being replaced by modern, tooth-coloured alternatives that look natural and offer key benefits, says dental surgeon Dr Thean Tsin Piao of Aesthete Smilestudio.

He explains that today’s composite resin and ceramic fillings are custom tinted to match your tooth shade. This makes them nearly invisible when you smile. Beyond aesthetics, white teeth fillings are strong, durable and less sensitive to temperature changes, reducing the risk of cracking or leakage over time.

Rethinking metal in dentistry

Amalgam teeth fillings were once valued at dental clinics in Singapore for their strength. Yet concerns may be growing over their 50 percent mercury content. “Mercury vapour can be released during chewing, raising health concerns,” says Dr Thean. “Global health authorities including the WHO now recommend safer alternatives, particularly for children and pregnant women, under the Minamata Convention on Mercury treaty.”

At Aesthete Smilestudio, Dr Thean and his team of Singapore dentists have been providing metal-free solutions for over two decades, enhancing both the health and confidence of his patients with safe, aesthetic options.

Modern teeth fillings – durable and discreet?

“The belief that metal fillings are stronger is outdated,” says Dr Thean. He explains that advances in dental materials have made composite and ceramic teeth fillings equally durable and far more discreet. “And unlike metal, they don’t expand or contract with temperature changes, offering better protection and reducing future damage.” Ready to upgrade your smile? Replacing old metal teeth fillings at one of the dental clinics near you could be a good place to start.

Aesthete Smilestudio
#03-01A Singapore Land Tower, 50 Raffles Place
6438 3811 | aesthetesmilestudio.com

Dental clinics for comprehensive examinations

Most of us think a dental visit means a quick clean, a check for cavities and maybe a whitening treatment. But at T32 Dental Centre, your first appointment could offer much more insight into your overall health.

The clinic’s Comprehensive New Patient Examination goes beyond the usual check-up. Through high-quality photographs, digital scans and a relaxed, informative discussion, T32’s team of skilled Singapore dentists and dental specialists analyse not just your teeth and gums, but also how your bite, breathing habits, posture and sleep may be affecting your oral health – and vice versa.

In children, in particular, “crowded teeth, frequent grinding or open-mouth postures may signal mouth breathing or poor tongue posture,” the T32 team explains. “These can impact jaw development, facial growth, sleep quality and emotional regulation. Mouth breathing, for example, has been linked to higher cortisol levels, poor focus, low energy and symptoms that mimic attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).”

For adults, concerns like worn or chipped teeth, discolouration or a gummy smile may have underlying causes. These may include grinding, poor sleep posture or airway issues. The team also notes that gum disease has been linked to chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s – making early detection even more important.

Benefits of a dental clinic in Singapore that considers the full picture

• Early detection of dental issues and related health conditions
• Personalised aesthetic options including bonding, veneers and gum contouring
• Greater comfort and confidence with potential benefits for sleep, mood and wellbeing
• Tailored holistic support for children and adults that aligns with health goals and budget

Dr Nijam Latiff, who leads a team of six Singapore dentists and a panel of dental specialists, highlights the warm, clear and collaborative experience at T32 patients can expect. “A smile should be more than straight and white; it should be healthy, functional and uniquely yours,” he adds.

T32 Dental Centre @ Financial District
#02-01 CapitaGreen, 138 Market Street
6385 1788 | t32dental.com/t32-dental-centre

This article on teeth filling, smile makeovers, Singapore dentists and dental clinics in Singapore first appeared in the July 2025 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!

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