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Oral Health Therapists (OHTs)

Essential information for Oral Health Therapists in Singapore. Learn about registration requirements, scope of practice, and professional guidelines for OHT practice.

Last updated 7 April 2025

With the enactment of the Dental Registration Act on 1st of January 2008, Oral Health Therapists (OHTs) are required to register with the Singapore Dental Council (SDC). Their names would appear on Division 3 of the Dental Register. The registration and regulation of OHTs heralds a new era of Dentistry in Singapore as the OHTs would now be able to seek employment and work in the private sector.

Registration information

Eligibility for Registration

Learn about the eligibility to register as Oral Health Therapist (OHTs)

Registration procedures for OHT

Learn about the procedures to register as Oral Health Therapist (OHTs)