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THE DENTAL PEOPLE

A family Dental Clinic with special focus on orthodontic and implant treatments in the Eastern Region of Singapore.

We are anchored by two experienced dentists, Dr Gerald Yeo and Dr Adeline Tan.

OUR SERVICES

Dental Checkup

Regular dental examination and cleaning are all part of the general dentistry treatments offered by our practice. Our check-ups include a visual inspection, X-rays, scaling and polishing with topical fluoride application when necessary.

Scaling and Polishing

Scaling and Polishing is a process to remove plaque and hard calculus deposits from your teeth, as well as accumulated stains from your daily coffee or tea. This ensures you keep your gums healthy in addition to looking fresh and clean.

Teeth Whitening

Tea, coffee, smoking, trauma and the natural aging process all contributing to discoloured and stained teeth so bleaching teeth is an option to quickly improve the appearance of your teeth.

Teeth whitening is a non-invasive procedure involving the application of a peroxide based whitening gel. This is available either in-chair or as take-home kits. For take-home kits, custom made trays are made and the appropriate concentration of gel is dispensed for you to apply on the trays to be used at home.

It is important to have a dentist assess your teeth first to assess your teeth conditions before prescribing this treatment to avoid any complications.

Fillings

After the removal of damaged or decayed tooth structure, we replace the missing parts with a strong tooth-coloured filling material that resembles the original tooth. This ensures a restoration of form, function and aesthetics.

Extractions & Wisdom Teeth

Extractions can be necessary for several reasons. These include severe decay, gum disease, impacted wisdom teeth, trauma, irreparable damage and orthodontic reasons. Extractions are performed with minimal discomfort through the effective use of local anaesthesia.

Wisdom tooth is the back last-most molar tooth that may or may not appear in your late teens or early twenties. It often cause problems when there is not enough room in your jaw for it to erupt normally causing impaction which will result in gum infection or decay to the wisdom tooth itself or the adjacent tooth.

Radiographs will be taken to assess the degree of impaction and the tooth will be removed with minimal discomfort under the expertise of our skilled dental surgeons.

Wisdom tooth surgery is Medisave claimable.

Root Canal Treatment

Also known as endodontics, root canal treatments are performed to remove the infected nerve of a tooth which may have been caused by severe decay, tooth grinding or trauma.

The tooth’s nerve is removed under local anaesthetic, the root canal cleaned, shaped, sterilised and filled with an inert material. It is usually advisable to have a crown placed after treatment to avoid fracture of the tooth.

Crowns & Bridges

A crown is a tooth shaped covering made of ceramic or precious metal that is permanently cemented on top of a tooth. It is indicated when the tooth has a very large filling and at risk of fracture, such as after root canal treatments when the tooth becomes more brittle. Crowns or veneers can also be fabricated for discoloured teeth for aesthetic reasons.

Bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. They are made with ceramic or precious metal and are cemented to the teeth on either side of the gap. This requires shaping of the neighbouring teeth to allow the bridge to be permanently cemented.

Dentures

Dentures are teeth replacement options for when teeth are extracted which helps to restore your smile and function. They are made with acrylic, metal or a combination of acrylic and metal.

A thorough dental examination is needed to assess your suitability for dentures, as dentures are either held in by a suction force or with hooks around pre-existing teeth. Hence, these structures need to be sufficiently strong to support a denture.

Dental Implants

A surgical procedure is required to insert a titanium fixture into the bone underneath the missing space. This surgical procedure is Medisave claimable.

An implant is an option for replacing a missing tooth apart from doing a bridge or a denture.

After about 3 to 6 months, a ceramic or porcelain fused metal crown will be fabricated and attached to the fixture either with a screw or via cementation.

Braces

We offer orthodontic treatment for all types of dental malalignment ranging from simple crowding issues to cases which may require surgery to correct facial profile.

Our clinic offers conventional metal brackets or the more aesthetic looking ceramic brackets for your orthodontic treatment.

In addition, we are also an accredited Invisalign provider if you wish to opt for a more discreet aligner treatment.

Your Dental Health and well-being is important to us and we strive to deliver good quality dentistry to all our patients.

OUR TEAM

About

DR GERALD YEO
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)
- Masters of Dental Surgery (Orthodontics) (Singapore)
- M Orth RCS (Edinburgh, UK)
- Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology (Singapore)

Dr Gerald Yeo is a local graduate from the National University of Singapore. He received advanced training in Dental implantology and specialist training in Orthodontics because of his keen interest in these aspects of dentistry. He brings with him extensive clinical experience in treating adults, teenagers and children.

A highly qualified specialist in the field of restorative implants, he has successfully performed advanced surgical procedures, restoring full function and aesthetics for patients through the replacement of missing or damaged teeth. His professional experience in orthodontics encompasses the full range of orthodontic techniques on a complete spectrum of patients. This includes conventional orthodontic treatment such as metal and ceramic brackets, as well as lingual appliances, Invisalign and self-ligating brackets. His clinical interests include surgical orthodontics and he is able to treat patients with facial and jaw deformities by utilizing sophisticated diagnostic and treatment techniques.

Dr Gerald Yeo is an active member in professional orthodontic organizations such as the Association of Orthodontists (Singapore), the American Association of Orthodontists, and the European Orthodontic society, where he contributes and keeps up to date with the latest world-class techniques in orthodontics.

Dr Gerald Yeo

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)
Masters of Dental Surgery (Orthodontics) (Singapore)
M Orth RCS (Edinburgh, UK)
Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology (Singapore)

About

DR ADELINE TAN
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)

Dr Adeline Tan is a local graduate from the National University of Singapore. She is a member of the Singapore Dental Association and brings with her a wealth of experience in general dentistry, having honed her skills through many years of successful practice in public and private spheres.

Friendly and approachable, she enjoys working with patients of all ages and does her utmost to ensure that patients are as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Her deep knowledge and skillful technique translate into effective dental treatment plans for each patient.

Dr Adeline Tan is an active learner that constantly upgrades herself and keeps herself abreast of the latest developments in dentistry. She attends courses and conferences both locally and internationally to ensure that her patients benefit from the most up to date techniques in dentistry.

She is committed to offering the highest quality of dental care to patients. Nothing satisfies her more than helping patients attain good oral health and a confident smile.