Announcement:
Tzu Chi Community Dental Centre
Oral health remains a significant concern for many elderly individuals, especially retirees and those from low-income households, for whom rising dental consultation fees can be a considerable burden.
In addition to its clinic-based services, the centre offers home-based dental care, a service that remains relatively uncommon in Singapore, and extends its care to residents in nursing homes. Through close partnerships with care institutions, Tzu Chi also delivers bedside dental treatment to patients who are unable to leave their beds, ensuring dignified oral healthcare is available to all, regardless of mobility or circumstance.
Three Main Dental Services
Outpatient Dental Services For The Underprivileged
Home-Based Dental Visits
Dental Visits To Nursing Homes
Outpatient Dental Services
Eligible Individuals
Pioneer Generation seniors holding the Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) Blue cards
Merdeka Generation seniors holding the CHAS Blue cards
Types of Services
Basic dental services:
- Consultation and Examination: General dental check-ups
- Scaling and Polishing: Removal of plaque and tartar
- Simple Fillings: For small cavities
- Simple Extractions: For easily accessible teeth
- Basic Dentures: To replace missing teeth
Dental 3D panoramic X-rays:
- Dental caries: Cavities not visible on the surface
- Bone conditions: Such as bone loss from gum disease
- Impacted teeth or infections: In the roots or jawbone
Preventive oral care:
- Oral hygiene education: To promote proper brushing and flossing habits
- Fluoride treatments: To strengthen teeth and prevent tooth decay
- Routine check-ups: To monitor oral health and detect issues early
Note: Patients requiring complex treatment will be referred to other dental clinics for further care.
How to Apply for Assistance?
- You may visit our clinic, call us at 6040 7828, or email dental@tzuchi.org.sg for enquiries.
- Social workers at nursing homes and social welfare organisations may refer cases to us via phone or email.
Bringing Dental Care to Those Unable to Come to Us
Patients with mobility challenges are among the underserved groups who face significant barriers to accessing dental care. Providing treatment to individuals who are homebound or residing in nursing homes often requires considerably more time and effort compared to conventional clinic visits. This includes the careful packing, transportation, and assembly of specialised portable equipment.
To meet this need, the Tzu Chi Community Dental Centre (CDC) is equipped with portable dental kits to support the delivery of home-based dental services. For nursing home visits, Tzu Chi has established long-term partnerships with several Intermediate and Long-Term Care (ILTC) institutions. These collaborations not only benefit bedridden patients but also promote oral health education among nursing staff, encouraging better long-term care practices.
Challenges of Home-Based Dental Care
Decades of Community Service
Home Dental Services
Eligible Individuals
Patients with limited mobility or who are homebound
Types of Services
Basic treatments: Fillings, crowning, tooth extractions, minor dental surgeries, dentures (partial or full)
Preventive treatments: Fluoride treatments, scaling and polishing, oral hygiene guidance, patient education and dietary advice
How to Apply for Assistance?
- You may visit our clinic, call us at 6040 7828, or email dental@tzuchi.org.sg for enquiries.
- Get a referral from a GP Clinic
- Get a referral from a nursing home or social welfare organisation
Contact Us
Phone or WhatsApp
6040 7828
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Closed on Public Holidays)