Our approach:
- We use a risk-based strategy, focusing on children who may be more susceptible to oral diseases like tooth decay.
- We are working with public tertiary institutions to promote oral health awareness for even younger children, starting from when their first tooth appears (typically between 6 months to 1 year old).
Dental Services for Primary and Secondary School Students
mobile dental clinics. There are annual dental check-ups for Primary 1, 3, and 5, as well as
Secondary 1 and 3 students enrolled in the school dental programme. Preventive and basic dental treatment
will be provided where necessary (parental consent is required at Primary 1 and Secondary 1).
Parents/guardians are required to complete an online health questionnaire on their child’s medical condition and provide updates as necessary when relevant.
This will help us take the necessary precaution when treating your child for their dental condition.
Our dedicated dental therapists provide a range of services to help keep your child's smile healthy and bright. We focus on preventing common dental issues like tooth decay and gum disease.
Here is what we offer:
- Preventive Care Services:
- Dental check-ups and decay risk assessments every 2 years
- Engaging oral health education and promotion activities
- Protective fluoride treatments
- Fissure sealants on permanent molars to guard against decay
- Basic dental procedures:
- Scaling and polishing
- Fillings to address small cavities
- Removal of primary teeth when necessary
- Referral Services
For more complex dental needs, we can refer your child to either:- Mobile dental clinics,
- Student Dental Centre at the Health Promotion Board, or
- Tertiary institutions* like the National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) or
National University Centre For Oral Health Singapore (NUCOHS)
*Please note that additional charges apply for services at the tertiary institutions.
Important to Note:
What to expect:
- Our skilled Dental Therapists provide most of the treatment services.
- Dental clinics operate on scheduled days rather than daily. All school dental clinics operate on a buddy system. In case of an emergency, you can reach out to the designated buddy clinics for treatment and advice if your child’s school dental clinic is closed. Details are available at your child’s school general office.
- We prioritise appointments based on urgency, and some may be scheduled in the afternoons. For less urgent cases, appointments may be scheduled a few months away. If you prefer a sooner consultation, you are welcome to visit a private dentist of your choice. Kindly note that this option would be at your own discretion and expense.
YPDS does not provide the following services:
- Orthodontic treatment, including orthodontic extractions
- Root canal treatment for permanent teeth
- Any treatment prescribed or instructed by a non-YPDS dentist
We appreciate your understanding in the above matter.
We are committed to helping your child develop healthy oral habits that last a lifetime. For more detailed information about the School Dental Programme, we encourage you to watch the video: Go.gov.sg
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