For Singaporeans

Dental Tourism for Singaporeans: Save Up to 70% on World-Class Care

2,600+ Singaporeans have used SmileJet to find verified dental clinics across the ASEAN region since 2014.

2,600+ Singaporeans patients served 4.9 avg clinic rating Avg savings: SGD SGD $10,800
SGD $10,800

Typical savings in SGD

Compared to the same treatment at home, based on cases coordinated through SmileJet partner clinics.


4 Destinations
3180+ Verified clinics
Free For patients
24 h Quote turnaround
4 Destinations Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia & Indonesia
3180+ Verified Clinics ISO 9001, GCR-audited partners
Free for Patients No platform fees. Pay clinic directly.
WhatsApp Support Dedicated coordinator in English
Why SmileJet

Why Singaporeans Choose SmileJet Over Going It Alone

3–5 Clinic Quotes, Zero Hassle

Send us your X-rays once. Our medical team matches you with 3–5 verified clinics across Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Bali and sends back comparable treatment plans and fixed-price quotes in SGD within 48 hours — no chasing individual clinics across borders yourself.

Prices in SGD, No Surprises

Every quote is delivered in Singapore dollars with a fixed, all-inclusive price. No currency confusion, no hidden lab fees, no surprise charges on arrival.

SmileJet Global Warranty

Every SmileJet partner clinic backs your work with a written warranty. If anything needs attention after you return to Singapore, we coordinate warranty follow-up with your original clinic and help arrange any required return visit.

Clinics Vetted to Singapore Standards

Our Medical Board of Excellence audits every clinic against 47 safety criteria. Many partner dentists trained in Singapore, Australia, or the UK.

Savings Analysis

How Much Can Singaporeans Save on Dental Work Abroad?

Prices based on SmileJet partner clinic quotes as of April 2026. SGD conversion at current exchange rates. Actual costs vary by case complexity and clinic.

Treatment Singapore (SGD) Vietnam (SGD) Thailand (SGD) You Save
Single Dental Implant $5,500 $1,100 $1,800 Up to 80%
All-on-4 (per arch) $28,000 $5,500 $9,000 Up to 80%
Porcelain Veneer (each) $1,800 $350 $450 Up to 81%
Zirconia Crown $1,600 $280 $400 Up to 83%
Root Canal + Crown $2,800 $450 $650 Up to 84%
Teeth Whitening $800 $150 $220 Up to 81%
Full Mouth Rehabilitation $62,000 $12,000 $18,500 Up to 81%
Invisalign (full) $9,000 $2,800 $3,600 Up to 69%
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Featured Clinics

Clinics Most Booked by Singaporeans

Top-rated partner clinics across Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.

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Picasso Dental Clinic Ho Chi Minh City (Thao Dien, District 2) dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh City

Picasso Dental Clinic Ho Chi Minh City (Thao Dien, District 2)

Verified

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

5.0 (337 reviews)
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only) Composite Veneer (direct bonding) Full Porcelain/Ceramic Crown

Experience world-class dental care at Picasso Dental Clinic Ho Chi Minh City Thao Dien, located in District 2's international community hub. Part of Picasso's award-winning network serving 70,000+ patients from 62 countries since 2013. Comprehensive services including dental implants, Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, and full-mouth rehabilitation. Convenient Thao Dien location perfect for expatriates and international families. English-speaking team, modern technology, transparent pricing.

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Worldwide Beauty And Dental Hospital dental clinic in Ho Chi Minh City

Worldwide Beauty And Dental Hospital

Verified

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

5.0 (537 reviews)
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only) Composite Veneer (direct bonding) Porcelain Fused to Metal Crown (standard alloy)

Worldwide Beauty And Dental Hospital is an award-winning dental and plastic surgery hospital in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, ranked number one for Top Dental Clinics in Vietnam by Global Clinic Rating. Specializing in Nobel Biocare implants, All-on-4, and porcelain veneers for Australian and New Zealand patients.

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Picasso Dental Clinic Hanoi (Old Quarter Branch) dental clinic in Hanoi

Picasso Dental Clinic Hanoi (Old Quarter Branch)

Verified

Hanoi, Vietnam

5.0 (357 reviews)
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only) Composite Veneer (direct bonding) Full Porcelain/Ceramic Crown

Picasso Dental Clinic is an internationally recognized dental clinic in the Truc Bach area of Ba Dinh, Hanoi, Vietnam, operating since 2013. Part of a six-branch chain serving 70,000+ patients from 62 countries, it specializes in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and full-mouth rehabilitation for international patients and expatriates.

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CS Dental Pantai Mentari Kenjeran dental clinic in Surabaya

CS Dental Pantai Mentari Kenjeran

Verified

Surabaya, Indonesia

5.0 (294 reviews)

Northeast Surabaya branch of CS Dental in the Pantai Mentari Kenjeran coastal area, offering aesthetic-focused general, ortho, and implant dentistry.

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CS Dental Citraland dental clinic in Surabaya

CS Dental Citraland

Verified

Surabaya, Indonesia

5.0 (264 reviews)
Standard Titanium Dental Implant (implant only) Regular Teeth Cleaning E-max Crown (Lithium Disilicate)

West Surabaya branch of CS Dental, the aesthetic-focused Indonesian dental group founded by drg. Cindy Saconk, located in the Citraland residential area.

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Klinik Gigi Jakarta - CS Dental Aesthetic Clinic & Dental Lab dental clinic in Jakarta

Klinik Gigi Jakarta - CS Dental Aesthetic Clinic & Dental Lab

Verified

Jakarta, Indonesia

5.0 (88 reviews)

CS Dental Aesthetic Clinic & Dental Lab is a premium one-stop dental clinic in Kemang, South Jakarta, Indonesia. Trusted by 10,000+ patients since 2008, featuring CAD/CAM lab, CBCT, dental laser & same-day restorations.

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Patient Results

Real Stories from Singaporeans Patients

Singapore quoted me $56,000. HCMC was $18,000 for the full job plus two weeks in a lovely apartment. Two-hour flight from Changi. Wife and I made a holiday of it.

Saved SGD $38,000 compared to Orchard Road quote · All-on-4 dental implants (both arches)


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Patrick L.

Singapore · Picasso Dental Clinic, Ho Chi Minh City

Singapore dentist quoted $22,000. Bangkok cost $8,000 for identical E.max veneers plus a long weekend in a five-star hotel. Life-changing.

Saved SGD $14,000 compared to Singapore quote · 16 porcelain veneers


M

Mei Lin T.

Singapore · BFC Dental, Bangkok

Drove across the causeway in 30 minutes. Same weekend. Came home every evening. Total cost was less than a third of Singapore. Why wouldn't you?

Saved SGD $22,000 compared to Singapore quote · 6 dental implants + bridge


R

Rajesh K.

Singapore · Imperial Dental JB, Johor Bahru

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Trip Planning

Your Complete Trip Cost: Dental Work + Flights + Hotel

Sample budget for a Singaporean flying to Ho Chi Minh City for All-on-4 dental implants (one arch):

All-on-4 implants (one arch) $5,500
Return flights (SIN to SGN) $250 – $500
Hotel (10 nights, 3-star) $500 – $800
Food & transport (10 days) $300 – $500
Travel insurance $60 – $120
Total $6,610 – $7,420

Compared to SGD $28,000 in Singapore, you save SGD $20,000+ even after flights, hotel, and food — for a 2-hour flight to HCMC.

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The Process

How It Works for Singaporeans Patients

  1. 1

    2 minutes

    Submit Your Case

    Upload your X-rays or photos. Tell us what treatment you need. We respond within 24 hours (Singapore business hours).

  2. 2

    Within 48 hours

    Receive Clinic Matches

    Our medical team reviews your case and sends 2–3 verified clinic options with treatment plans and fixed pricing in SGD.

  3. 3

    At your pace

    Choose and Confirm

    Compare clinics, ask questions via WhatsApp or WeChat, and confirm your preferred clinic. No deposit required until you're ready.

  4. 4

    On-trip

    Travel and Treat

    Fly from Changi (or drive to JB). Your clinic arranges airport transfer. Treatment begins within 24 hours of arrival. SmileJet coordinator available on WhatsApp throughout.

  5. 5

    30, 90, 365-day follow-up

    Return Home with Confidence

    Take home your complete dental records, warranty documentation, and aftercare instructions. Your Singapore dentist can access your treatment file. SmileJet follows up at 30, 90, and 365 days.

Practical Guide

The Singaporean's Guide to Dental Tourism

Flights from Singapore

Direct: Changi to HCMC/Hanoi (2 hrs), Bangkok (2.5 hrs), Bali (2.5 hrs), Kuala Lumpur (1 hr), Johor Bahru (30-min causeway drive or 1-hr flight). Budget: SGD $150–$500 return. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares via Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Jetstar, AirAsia.

Visa Requirements

Singaporeans enter Vietnam (30 days), Thailand (60 days), Malaysia (90 days), and Indonesia (30 days, VOA) visa-free. For Vietnam stays longer than 30 days, apply for the 90-day e-visa (US$25) online at evisa.gov.vn. No medical or dental-specific visa is required.

Travel & Health Insurance

MediShield Life, MediSave, and Integrated Shield plans do not cover elective dental treatment abroad. Purchase a short-term travel policy covering medical complications and emergency dental care — providers like Tiq, FWD, AIG Travel Guard, and Income offer affordable options. Your SmileJet clinic's warranty covers treatment-related issues separately.

Currency & Payment

All SmileJet quotes are in SGD. Clinics accept Singapore bank transfers (SWIFT, Wise), Visa, Mastercard, and cash (SGD, USD, or local currency). ATMs widely available. No need to notify most Singapore banks for ASEAN travel — cards generally work seamlessly.

Language & Communication

Every SmileJet partner clinic has English-speaking dentists and patient coordinators. Treatment plans, consent forms, and post-care instructions in English. Many partner dentists in Malaysia and HCMC also speak Mandarin or Cantonese.

Best Time to Travel

Vietnam: October to April (dry season). Thailand: November to March. Bali: May to September. Malaysia: year-round, though drier November to February. Avoid Lunar New Year (clinic closures in Vietnam and Malaysia).

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Tell us your treatment, we'll match you with verified clinics and provide a comparison quote — all free, all in SGD, with no pressure to book.

  • Written, itemised quotes — not estimates
  • Priced in SGD so you know exactly what you'll pay
  • Clinics respond within 24 hours
  • No fees charged to patients — ever

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Packages

All-Inclusive Dental Packages for Singaporeans

The Smile Starter

SGD $3,100

  • 10 porcelain veneers (E.max)
  • Verified SmileJet partner clinic, HCMC or Bangkok
  • All dental work, X-rays, temporary veneers

5–7 days · Airport transfer + 3-star hotel from SGD $400

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Most Popular

The Full Restoration

SGD $10,200

  • All-on-4 implants (one arch) with fixed bridge
  • Verified SmileJet partner, HCMC, Bangkok, KL, or Bali
  • CT scan, surgery, temporary teeth, follow-up

7–10 days (return visit 4–6 months later) · Airport transfer + 4-star hotel from SGD $650

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The Complete Makeover

SGD $19,800

  • All-on-4 (both arches) + 4 individual implants
  • Premium SmileJet partner clinic
  • Full treatment, sedation, all materials
  • SmileJet Global Warranty included

10–14 days · 4-star hotel + daily transport from SGD $1,200

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All packages include a free initial consultation, treatment plan in English, and WhatsApp support from a dedicated coordinator.

Common Questions

FAQs from Singaporeans Patients

Everything you need to know before booking dental treatment abroad.

Does MediSave, MediShield, or my Integrated Shield plan cover dental work done overseas?
MediSave can be used for specific dental procedures (e.g., surgical extractions, implant placement) up to withdrawal limits, but only for procedures performed in approved Singapore institutions — not overseas. MediShield Life and IP plans do not cover elective dental at all. Employer dental benefits rarely cover international treatment. The savings from dental tourism (typically 70–85%) far exceed any Singapore subsidy for major work.
Can my Singapore dentist access my treatment records?
Yes. Every SmileJet partner clinic provides complete digital treatment records including X-rays, treatment notes, and material certificates in standard DICOM/PDF format. Any Singapore dental practice can read and import these.
What if something goes wrong after I return to Singapore?
All SmileJet partner clinics offer written warranties (typically 5–10 years for implants, 5 years for crowns and veneers) honoured directly by the treating clinic. SmileJet coordinates warranty claims and return-visit logistics on your behalf, but travel costs for warranty visits are the patient's responsibility. Minor adjustments can be handled locally by your Singapore dentist.
Do I need a visa to travel for dental work?
Singaporeans enter Vietnam (30 days), Thailand (60 days), Malaysia (90 days), and Indonesia (30 days VOA) visa-free. For Vietnam stays longer than 30 days, apply for the 90-day e-visa (US$25) online at evisa.gov.vn. No medical or dental-specific visa is required.
How long do I need to stay for dental implants?
Most implant procedures require 7–10 days for the initial phase. If your treatment includes a permanent prosthetic (e.g., All-on-4), you may need a second visit of 3–5 days after 4–6 months. Some clinics offer same-day permanent teeth protocols. For Johor Bahru treatments, multiple short weekend visits are easy.
Is it safe to fly after dental surgery?
You can fly 24–48 hours after most dental procedures. For surgical extractions, implant placement, or bone grafting, we recommend waiting 3–5 days. Cabin pressure changes do not affect dental implants or crowns. Regional flights from Singapore are short enough that this is rarely a concern.
What materials do the clinics use?
SmileJet partner clinics use the same global brands as Singapore practices: Straumann and Nobel Biocare implants, IPS E.max and BruxZir crowns, 3M and Ivoclar bonding materials. Material certificates with batch numbers are provided with every treatment.
Can I combine dental work with a holiday?
Absolutely. Bali, Phuket, Phu Quoc, and Langkawi are all popular holiday add-ons. Most Singaporean patients build 3–5 leisure days into their trip. We'll help plan your itinerary around treatment schedules.
What about follow-up appointments?
SmileJet schedules virtual check-ins at 30, 90, and 365 days post-treatment via WhatsApp video call. Your clinic reviews healing progress remotely. If an in-person visit is needed, it can be done at any SmileJet partner clinic (many have Singapore satellite offices) or coordinated with your Singapore dentist.
How do I pay?
Clinics accept Singapore bank transfers (SWIFT, Wise, PayNow for Malaysia-based clinics), Visa, Mastercard, and cash (SGD, USD, or local currency). Quotes in SGD. Payment is made directly to the clinic. SmileJet does not charge patients any fees.
Complete Guide

The Complete Guide to Dental Tourism for Singaporeans

The state of dental costs in Singapore

Singapore dental costs are among the highest in Asia. A single implant at an Orchard Road private clinic averages SGD $4,500–$6,500, All-on-4 runs SGD $24,000–$32,000 per arch. MediSave subsidies apply only to specific procedures and only in approved Singapore institutions. Employer dental benefits typically cap at SGD $500–$1,000 per year. The gap between Singapore prices and regional alternatives is the single biggest driver of Singaporean dental tourism.

Why Singaporean dental tourism is growing

Changi's connectivity means Singaporeans can reach HCMC or Bangkok in 2 hours, Bali in 2.5, and Johor Bahru in 30 minutes over the causeway. Singaporean dental tourism flows are especially heavy to Johor Bahru for multi-visit treatments and to HCMC or Bangkok for complex cases. The typical Singaporean SmileJet patient is 40–65 years old, has been quoted SGD $10,000+ at home, and sees regional travel as a natural extension of life.

How SmileJet serves Singaporean patients specifically

Every SmileJet quote is in SGD, support operates during Singapore business hours, and partner clinics are vetted against 47 safety criteria. Many partner dentists trained in Singapore, Australia, the UK, or the US. Post-treatment, we coordinate records with your Singapore dentist and back every clinic with the SmileJet Global Warranty.

Choosing your destination

Johor Bahru is the shortest hop — 30 minutes by causeway, ideal for single-implant work or veneers across a weekend. HCMC offers the lowest prices at a 2-hour flight. Bangkok has the most mature infrastructure and the best combination of price and complexity handling. Bali pairs dental work with holiday. Most Singaporeans choose based on treatment scale and how much holiday they want attached.

What to look for in a dental clinic abroad

Look for ISO 9001 or JCI accreditation, dentists with internationally recognised credentials (Singapore, Australia, UK, or US training ideal), verifiable material sourcing (Straumann, Nobel Biocare, IPS E.max), and fluent English communication. Google reviews with recent dates, patient photos, and a written warranty you can take home are non-negotiable.

Planning your dental trip from Singapore

Most Singaporeans plan 4–8 weeks out. Send X-rays to SmileJet, receive 2–3 matched clinic options within 48 hours, confirm your preferred clinic, book flights (or drive to JB). Bring your dental history, medication list, and travel insurance. On return, share your clinic's treatment file with your Singapore dentist. For Johor Bahru patients, multi-weekend treatment schedules are straightforward.

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What Would You Do with SGD SGD $14,000 in Savings?

The average Singaporean dental tourist saves SGD SGD $10,800+ on major dental work through SmileJet. That's a family holiday, a car upgrade, or real financial breathing room.

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