Paediatric Dentist

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Master of Dental Surgery in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
  
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
  
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
  
• Valid Indemnity Cover.
  
• Proficiency in computer applications.
  
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
  

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric dental assessments and formulate ageappropriate treatment plans.
  
• Provide restorative, endodontic, minor surgical, and interceptive orthodontic care for children.
  
• Manage dental emergencies, dental trauma, and dental pain in paediatric patients.
  
• Deliver behaviour guidance and, where indicated, sedation/GA care in collaboration with anaesthesia.
  
• Educate caregivers on preventive oral health and caries-risk management.
  
• Participate in community oral health promotion and school-based initiatives.
  
• Supervise and mentor dental officers, interns, and students.
  
• Contribute to audits, research, and quality improvement in paediatric dentistry.