Penn Pacific Dental Center

dentist — Tanjong Pagar · Singapore

About Penn Pacific Dental Center

Penn Pacific Dental Center is a dental clinic in Singapore's Central Business District, located at SBF Center on Robinson Road, within walking distance of Tanjong Pagar, Shenton Way and Telok Ayer MRT stations. The practice serves patients working and residing near Tanjong Pagar, Raffles Place, Marina Bay and Shenton Way.

The clinic's name comes from the two dental schools where its dentists trained: the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, and the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. The team, including Dr. Barry Yu and Dr. Chrissie Lam, emphasises giving every patient a thorough assessment and a clear explanation of their options before any treatment begins.

Penn Pacific Dental Center offers a full range of dental care, spanning preventive and diagnostic services, periodontal (gum) treatment, restorative dentistry, root canal treatment, oral surgery and dental implants, cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry, children's dentistry, custom dental appliances, and emergency dental care.

The clinic is Medisave and CHAS accredited, and accepts major corporate dental panels including MHC Asia, Alliance Medinet, SODA by DA (DA Adept Health), and Inova Care. Cash and private patients are also welcome, and the team is able to consult in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Penn Pacific Dental Center: Full-Service Dental Care in Singapore's CBD

Penn Pacific Dental Center is a dental clinic based at SBF Center on Robinson Road, right in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District. It's positioned to serve the working and residential population around Tanjong Pagar, Raffles Place, Marina Bay and Shenton Way, with the clinic sitting within walking distance of Tanjong Pagar MRT (East-West Line), Shenton Way MRT (Thomson-East Coast Line), and Telok Ayer MRT (Downtown Line).

Where the Name Comes From

The clinic's name is a nod to where its dentists trained: the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, and the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. That academic background underpins the clinic's approach to patient care, led by Dr. Barry Yu and Dr. Chrissie Lam.

A Thorough, Explained Approach

A core part of how Penn Pacific Dental Center operates is ensuring every patient receives a full assessment and a clear explanation of their treatment options before anything begins — rather than moving straight into a procedure. For patients unsure what a particular symptom means, the clinic also publishes guides on common issues like tooth pain when drinking cold water, pain when biting down, toothache that worsens at night, and facial or gum swelling, to help people understand what's commonly going on before booking a check-up.

Full-Spectrum Dental Care

The clinic's services cover the full range of general and specialist dentistry. Preventive and diagnostic care includes check-ups, scaling and polishing, fluoride treatment, sealants, and digital X-rays for early detection. Periodontal treatment addresses gum health through scaling and root planing below the gumline, with ongoing maintenance to prevent recurrence.

For teeth affected by decay, wear or fracture, restorative dentistry covers tooth-coloured fillings, crowns, and bridges. Root canal treatment removes infection from within a tooth and seals the canals to prevent reinfection, with retreatment, vital pulp therapy, and elective endodontic procedures available in selected cases. Oral surgery services include tooth extractions, wisdom tooth removal, and dental implant placement, all carried out under clinical protocols for safety and proper healing.

On the cosmetic side, the clinic offers veneers, professional teeth whitening, and Invisalign clear aligners for patients looking to address tooth colour, shape or alignment. Children's dentistry focuses on prevention and early management, with check-ups, cleaning, fluoride applications, sealants, and simple restorative treatments tailored to younger patients. The clinic also provides custom-made dental appliances — night guards, retainers, and sports guards — fitted to individual needs, along with emergency dental care for sudden toothache, swelling, infection, or broken restorations.

Insurance, Panels and Language Support

Penn Pacific Dental Center is a Medisave and CHAS accredited provider, and accepts major corporate dental panels including MHC Asia, Alliance Medinet, SODA by DA (DA Adept Health), and Inova Care. Cash and private patients are equally welcome. Patients who are unsure about their coverage can message the clinic directly via WhatsApp to check before treatment begins. The team is able to consult with patients in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Visiting the Clinic

Penn Pacific Dental Center is located at 160 Robinson Road, #05-14 SBF Center, Singapore 068914, and can be reached by phone or WhatsApp at +65 6904 8482.

Signature items

  • Root Canal Treatment
  • Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry
  • Oral Surgery & Dental Implants
  • Emergency Dental Care
  • Children Dentistry
  • Preventive & Diagnostic Care

Menu

Dental Appliances

  • Dental Appliances — Custom-made night guards, retainers, and sports guards to protect teeth from grinding, support post-orthodontic alignment, or protect during sports.

Children Dentistry

  • Children Dentistry — Prevention-focused dental care for kids including check-ups, cleaning, fluoride applications, sealants, and simple restorative and preventive treatments.

Root Canal Treatment

  • Root Canal Treatment — Removes the source of infection within the tooth, followed by cleaning and sealing of the root canals to prevent reinfection; includes retreatment, vital pulp therapy, and elective endodontic procedures in selected cases.

Emergency Dental Care

  • Emergency Dental Care — Prompt care for sudden toothache, swelling, infection, or broken restorations.

Periodontal Treatment

  • Periodontal (Gum) Treatment — Scaling and root planing to remove plaque and calculus below the gumline, plus ongoing maintenance care to manage gum conditions and prevent recurrence.

Restorative Dentistry

  • Restorative Dentistry — Tooth-coloured fillings, dental crowns, and bridges designed to restore function and appearance for teeth affected by decay, wear or fracture.

Preventive & Diagnostic Care

  • Preventive & Diagnostic Care — Check-ups, scaling and polishing, fluoride treatment, sealants, and digital X-rays for early detection and ongoing care.

Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry

  • Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry — Addresses tooth colour, shape, and alignment with options including veneers, professional whitening, and Invisalign clear aligners.

Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

  • Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — Minor oral surgical procedures including tooth extractions, wisdom tooth removal, and dental implant placement.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Penn Pacific Dental Center located?
160 Robinson Road, #05-14 SBF Center, Singapore 068914, in the CBD near Tanjong Pagar, Shenton Way and Telok Ayer MRT stations.
Who are the dentists at Penn Pacific Dental Center?
Dr. Barry Yu and Dr. Chrissie Lam, trained at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific.
Does the clinic accept Medisave or CHAS?
Yes, Penn Pacific Dental Center is an accredited provider for both Medisave and CHAS.
What corporate dental panels are accepted?
MHC Asia, Alliance Medinet, SODA by DA (DA Adept Health), and Inova Care. Patients unsure of coverage can WhatsApp the clinic to check before treatment.
Does Penn Pacific Dental Center treat dental emergencies?
Yes, the clinic provides prompt care for sudden toothache, swelling, infection, or broken restorations.
Does the clinic see children?
Yes, children's dentistry is offered, focused on prevention with check-ups, cleaning, fluoride applications, sealants, and simple restorative treatments.
What languages does the team speak?
English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

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