Choosing a dentist is not just about price or location.
It’s about safety, training, and accountability.
Recent events in Kenya have reminded us that unlicensed dental care can have fatal consequences.
The good news? Verifying a dentist takes less than two minutes.
Here’s how to protect yourself and your family.
Every legitimate dentist in Kenya must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
You can verify using:
Website:
www.kmpdc.go.ke
SMS Verification (20547):
Dentists: P#PractitionerName
Clinics: H#FacilityName
If the name does not appear, do not proceed.
A qualified dentist working in an unregistered clinic is still unsafe.
Always verify:
The clinic name
The registration status
The physical location
Licensed facilities operate under strict infection control and inspection standards.
A legitimate clinic will clearly answer:
Who is treating me?
What are their qualifications?
What procedure is being done?
What are the risks?
Silence, defensiveness, or rushing you is a red flag.
Affordable care is not the same as unsafe care.
Be cautious if a clinic:
Avoids diagnosis
Skips X-rays
Cannot explain procedures
Offers prices far below market standards
When complications happen, unlicensed clinics have no referral pathways.
Dentistry is medical care.
Medical care must be licensed, regulated, and ethical.
Verifying a dentist is not disrespectful.
It is responsible.
