OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT
The Dentistry Department at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) provides comprehensive oral healthcare services focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental and oral conditions. The department delivers patient-centred dental care using modern techniques and equipment to promote good oral health and improve patients’ overall wellbeing.

The department provides a wide range of dental services, from routine preventive care and oral health education to specialized dental procedures. Through a team of dental professionals and support staff, the department works to ensure high-quality, safe, and accessible dental care while supporting early detection and management of oral diseases.

NAME OF HEAD OR AG. HEAD:
Dr. Cecilia Kakraba Quarshie

TEAM MEMBERS:
1. Dr. Alfred Nyarko
2. Dr. Jonnie Randal
3. Medical Officers

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
• General Dentistry 
• Preventive Dentistry 
• Restorative Dentistry 
• Oral Diagnosis 
• Periodontal Care 
• Dental Surgery 
• Oral Health Promotion 
• Paediatric Dental Care 
• Management of Dental Emergencies 
• Oral Rehabilitation 

LIST OF SERVICES AVAILABLE AT UGMC:
• Comprehensive dental consultation and assessment 
• Routine dental examinations 
• Oral health screening 
• Dental cleaning and scaling 
• Dental fillings and restorations 
• Tooth extraction procedures 
• Management of dental pain and infections 
• Preventive dental care 
• Oral health education and counselling 
• Gum disease assessment and management 
• Dental emergency care 
• Treatment planning and referral for specialized dental procedures 
• Follow-up care for dental patients 

APPOINTMENT PROCEDURE:
Appointments should be booked online at ugmedicalcentre.org or call 030255043–5.

WORKING HOURS:
Monday – Friday
08:00 a.m. – 06:00 p.m.

CORPORATE EMAIL:
info@ugmc.ug.edu.gh

DEPARTMENT INTERCOM:
1317 / 13017 / 13078