How much does Lasik cost in Singapore in 2026?

Lasik in Singapore 2026 costs **$1,800–$3,500 per eye** at most private eye centres (Shinagawa, Atlas, LSC, Eagle Eye Centre) and **$3,500–$5,500 per eye** at premium centres or for advanced procedures (SMILE, LASEK, ICL). Typical bilateral (both eyes) cost: $3,600–$11,000. Standard Lasik is NOT MediSave-claimable. ReLEx SMILE may qualify in narrow medical-necessity cases — verify with the clinic and CPF Board.

How much do braces cost in Singapore?

Traditional metal braces in Singapore 2026 cost **$2,500–$5,500** at public dental clinics (NUH, KK, NDC) and **$3,500–$8,000** at private clinics. Clear aligners (Invisalign, ClearCorrect) run **$5,500–$9,500**. Lingual braces (behind teeth) are the most expensive at **$8,000–$15,000**. None are MediSave-claimable unless tied to a medical condition (e.g. severe craniofacial deformity requiring orthognathic surgery).

How much does wisdom tooth surgery cost in Singapore?

Wisdom tooth surgical extraction in Singapore 2026: **$800–$1,500 per tooth** for a surgical extraction at a public hospital ($300–$600 with subsidy for SC). At private clinics: **$1,500–$2,500 per tooth** for simple surgical, **$2,500–$4,500 per tooth** for complex impacted cases requiring more time. MediSave-claimable as day surgery: up to ~$300–$1,250 depending on procedure code.

How much do dental implants cost in Singapore?

Single dental implant in Singapore 2026: **$3,500–$6,500** all-in at most private clinics (including the implant body, abutment, and crown). Premium brands (Straumann, Nobel Biocare) and complex cases run $6,500–$10,000. Public hospital implants are typically $2,500–$5,000 per tooth for subsidised SC. NOT MediSave-claimable as elective dental.

Are these medical costs covered by MediSave or insurance?

Most cosmetic and elective medical procedures (standard Lasik, braces, implants, veneers) are **NOT MediSave-claimable** and not covered by MediShield Life. Integrated Shield Plans typically exclude them as well — they cover inpatient/day-surgery treatment of medical conditions, not elective improvements. The exception: surgical procedures with clear medical necessity (wisdom tooth surgery for impaction, severe orthognathic surgery, cataract surgery) are MediSave-claimable subject to CPF withdrawal limits.

How much does a basic full body health screening cost in Singapore?

A basic full body health screening at private centres (Raffles, Parkway Shenton, Healthway) runs **$200–$600** for the baseline package (BP, BMI, cholesterol, blood glucose, urine analysis, ECG, chest X-ray). Comprehensive packages with advanced cardiac, cancer screening, and imaging run **$800–$2,500+**. Under HPB Screen for Life, SC pay $0–$5 for the basic recommended screen (depending on CHAS / PG / MG status).

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How Much Does Lasik, Braces & Major Dental Cost in Singapore? (2026)

verifiedBy Smart Calculator Editorial·Verified against official .gov.sg sources·29 May 2026

Out-of-pocket cost of common elective medical procedures in Singapore 2026 — Lasik ($1,800–$5,500 per eye), braces ($2,500–$8,000+), wisdom tooth surgery ($800–$2,500), implants, root canals, and what MediSave / IP plans cover.

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Major elective medical procedures in Singapore 2026: Lasik $1,800–$5,500 per eye, braces $2,500–$8,000+, wisdom tooth surgery $800–$4,500 per tooth, dental implants $3,500–$10,000 per implant, basic full-body health screening $200–$600 (or $0–$5 under HPB Screen for Life). Most elective procedures are NOT MediSave-claimable or insurance-covered — they're cash out-of-pocket. Surgical procedures with clear medical necessity are partially MediSave-eligible.

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Medical procedure costs in Singapore 2026 at a glance

Procedure	Public hospital (SC subsidised)	Private clinic	Premium centre	MediSave-eligible?
Lasik (per eye)	n/a (private only)	$1,800–$3,500	$3,500–$5,500	No (standard)
SMILE / Advanced refractive surgery	n/a	$3,500–$5,000	$4,500–$6,500	Rarely
Braces — traditional metal	$2,500–$5,500	$3,500–$6,500	$6,500–$8,000	No
Braces — Invisalign / clear aligners	$5,500–$7,500	$5,500–$8,500	$7,500–$9,500	No
Braces — Lingual (behind teeth)	n/a	$8,000–$11,000	$11,000–$15,000	No
Wisdom tooth — simple surgical extraction	$300–$600	$800–$1,500	$1,500–$2,500	Yes (up to ~$1,250)
Wisdom tooth — complex impacted	$500–$1,200	$1,500–$2,500	$2,500–$4,500	Yes
Dental implant (single tooth, all-in)	$2,500–$5,000	$3,500–$6,500	$6,500–$10,000	No
Root canal	$200–$500	$600–$1,500	$1,500–$2,500	No
Full body health screening (basic)	$0–$5 (Screen for Life)	$200–$400	$400–$600	Partial (CDMP)
Comprehensive screening (incl. cancer markers)	n/a	$800–$1,500	$1,500–$2,500+	No

Ranges based on May 2026 surveys of major Singapore private clinics and public hospital fee schedules. Verify directly with your chosen provider before committing.

Lasik in Singapore 2026 — what you actually pay

Standard Lasik runs $1,800–$3,500 per eye at mass-market private centres (Shinagawa, Atlas Vision Care, Lasik Surgery Clinic, Eagle Eye Centre, Clearvision). Premium centres (Singapore National Eye Centre private, NUH private, Mount Elizabeth eye specialists) charge $3,500–$5,500 per eye.

The price difference reflects:

Technology generation — femtosecond laser vs older microkeratome ($300–$800 premium)
Surgeon seniority — senior consultants charge more
Follow-up packages — premium clinics often include 1-year unlimited follow-up
Marketing overhead — high-profile celebrity-endorsed clinics build that into fees

Bilateral package (both eyes) typical: $3,600–$11,000 depending on tier.

Advanced procedures:

Procedure	Per eye	Best for
Standard Lasik (femtosecond)	$1,800–$3,500	Most refractive errors, faster recovery
LASEK / PRK	$2,500–$4,500	Thin corneas, contact-sports professionals
ReLEx SMILE	$3,500–$5,500	Less invasive, lower dry-eye risk
ICL (Implantable Contact Lens)	$4,500–$8,000	Very high prescriptions, unsuitable corneas

Is Lasik MediSave-claimable? Generally NO. Standard Lasik is considered elective cosmetic and falls outside MediSave's surgical schedule. The narrow exception: severe medical-necessity cases (e.g. amblyopia with significant refractive component) — verify in advance with the surgeon and CPF Board.

Braces in Singapore 2026

Mass-market metal braces run $2,500–$5,500 at public dental clinics (NUH, KK, NDC dental school clinics) and $3,500–$8,000 at private orthodontists. Average mid-range: ~$5,000.

Clear aligners (Invisalign, ClearCorrect, SmileDirect):

Simple cases: $5,500–$6,500
Moderate: $6,500–$8,000
Complex: $8,000–$9,500

Lingual braces (behind the teeth, invisible from outside): $8,000–$15,000.

Duration: 18 months to 3 years for full treatment. Most clinics offer monthly instalment plans ($150–$400/month) — no interest at most.

MediSave eligibility: Essentially no. Braces are classified as orthodontic care, which is elective. Narrow exception: severe craniofacial conditions requiring surgical orthodontics (orthognathic surgery) — the surgery is MediSave-eligible; the post-surgery orthodontic component sometimes qualifies.

Public hospital pathway: NUH and NDC accept referrals for severe malocclusion cases at subsidised rates. Wait time: 6–18 months for first consult. Suitable only if medical necessity is significant.

Wisdom tooth surgery in Singapore 2026

Wisdom tooth extraction is the one procedure on this list with reliable MediSave coverage — because it's a surgical procedure with medical necessity (impaction risk, recurrent infection, decay).

Complexity	Public (subsidised SC)	Private	MediSave coverage
Simple surgical extraction	$300–$600	$800–$1,500	Up to ~$300/tooth
Complex impacted (bone removal)	$500–$1,200	$1,500–$2,500	Up to ~$950/tooth
Full bony impaction	$800–$1,500	$2,500–$4,500	Up to ~$1,250/tooth

Full bony impactions (lower 8s deep in the jaw) often require general anaesthesia at a hospital day-surgery centre, pushing the total bill higher. The MediSave cap covers a meaningful portion but rarely the whole bill at private rates.

Most patients with all four wisdom teeth requiring removal opt for staged extractions (one side at a time) to limit downtime — total cost across all four typically runs $3,500–$9,000 private, $1,500–$3,500 public.

Dental implants in Singapore 2026

Single dental implant (all-in: implant body + abutment + crown):

Provider	Per implant
Public hospital (subsidised SC)	$2,500–$5,000
Private clinic	$3,500–$6,500
Premium centre / specialist	$6,500–$10,000

The price difference reflects implant brand (Straumann, Nobel Biocare = premium; private-label = mass-market), the surgeon's experience, and ancillary costs (CT scan, bone graft, sinus lift if needed).

Multi-implant cases (full-arch "all-on-4" reconstruction) run $25,000–$60,000 per arch.

NOT MediSave-eligible as elective dental work. Most Integrated Shield Plans also exclude.

Health screening in Singapore 2026

HPB Screen for Life (subsidised) — for eligible Singapore Citizens:

CHAS Blue / Orange / PG / MG / non-CHAS SC: $0–$5 for the basic recommended screen
Covers BP, BMI, cholesterol, diabetes (HbA1c/glucose), and selected cancers by age and sex
Eligibility starts from age 40 (cardiovascular/diabetes); colorectal screening from 50

Private full-body screening packages:

Tier	Provider examples	Cost
Basic	Raffles, Parkway Shenton, Healthway	$200–$400
Standard (incl. ECG, X-ray)	Same	$400–$600
Comprehensive (incl. cardiac stress test, cancer markers)	Same	$800–$1,500
Premium (advanced imaging — CT calcium, MRI)	Mount Elizabeth, Gleneagles, Raffles Hospital	$1,500–$2,500+
Specialist deep-dive (oncology focus, cardiac focus)	Same	$2,500–$5,000+

MediSave / IP coverage: Screen for Life is subsidised. Private screening is generally NOT covered — it's classified as preventive care, not treatment.

What MediSave and insurance actually cover

Procedure	MediSave (own/dependant)	MediShield Life	Integrated Shield Plan
Standard Lasik	No	No	Generally No
Braces (cosmetic)	No	No	No
Wisdom tooth surgery	Yes (capped)	Hospitalisation only if inpatient	Hospitalisation if inpatient
Dental implants	No (elective)	No	No
Health screening	CDMP-related only	No	Some plans include preventive
Cataract / glaucoma / retinal surgery	Yes	Yes	Yes (upgraded ward)
Orthognathic / facial deformity surgery	Yes (if medically indicated)	Yes	Yes

The rule of thumb: if it's treating a medical condition, MediSave/insurance helps. If it's elective improvement, you pay cash.

How to budget for elective medical costs

Three options most Singaporeans use:

Dedicated cash sinking fund. Set aside $100–$300/month into a separate savings account for planned procedures. Most relevant for parents budgeting for kids' braces (typically required at 12–15).
0% instalment plans. Most major Lasik, braces, and implant providers offer 6–24 month interest-free instalments. Splits a $5,000 procedure into $200/month.
Personal loan or 0% medical credit line. Suitable for larger procedures ($10K+) where instalments aren't offered. Verify interest rate carefully — non-promotional medical loans run 5–9% p.a.

For preventive screening, the best value is the HPB Screen for Life — most adults aged 40+ should claim this once every 2–3 years before adding any private screening on top.

Related calculators

Health Screening Cost Calculator — compare HPB vs private screening
MediSave Withdrawal Calculator — model MediSave coverage for eligible procedures
Personal Loan Calculator — if financing the procedure

Sources

HPB — Screen for Life subsidised screening (healthhub.sg)
CPF Board — MediSave Withdrawal Schedule for dental and eye surgery
LIA — Integrated Shield Plan coverage scope (May 2026 LIA member-insurer documents)
Survey of major Singapore private dental and eye clinics, May 2026
Audit #8 (MOH / Health Insurance, May 2026) — Perplexity Deep Research verification against primary sources