Increasing the Number of Dentists in Public Healthcare Institutions to Meet Singaporeans' Dental Care Needs

Mr Christopher de Souza asked the Minister for Health whether the Government can increase the number of dentists in public healthcare institutions by 2030 to meet the dental care needs of Singaporeans.

Mr Ong Ye Kung: The Ministry of Health regularly reviews our demand for dentists, considering factors, such as demographic changes and oral health trends, to ensure adequate access to dental care for all Singaporeans.

The number of dentists in the public healthcare sector grew by about 40%, from around 400 in 2013 to around 540 at the end of 2022. Going forward, we will continue to increase the number of dentists in public healthcare institutions to meet growing demand.