Whether it’s an emergency or a routine check-up, you’ll find plenty of excellent dental clinics in Nairobi.
But how do you know which ones to trust? I’ve had some truly traumatic trips to the dentist in the past. So I know what it’s like to pick the wrong clinic.
To ensure you don’t make the same mistake, we asked people all over Nairobi to suggest their favourite dental clinics in the city, based on real experiences.
This list is the 13 most highly recommended dental clinics in Nairobi, based on their answers.
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Westlands
Dr. Peter Griffiths & Assoc./The Dental Practice
- Location: Haven Court, off Waiyaki Way
- Phone Number: +254722736439
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
32dental Studio
- Location: 1st Floor The Westwood Park
- Phone Number: +254780320032
- Website
- Opening hours: 8.30am – 5pm; 9am – 1pm
- Accepts NHIF: No. They don’t accept any insurance.
Parklands
Karen Dental, Parklands Branch
- Location: Doctors Park, Third Parklands Ave
- Phone Number: +254708848482
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
Kileleshwa and Lavington
Nairobi Premier Dental Clinic
- Location: Tourism Fund Building, Valley Rd.
- Phone Number: +254713506815
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: Not currently but should be accepted by the end of 2021
Kilimani and Valley Arcade
Tender Care Dental Clinic
- Location: End of Argwings Kodhek Road
- Phone Number: +254723885960
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
The Periodontist Dental Centre
- Location: Starwood Apartments, Argwings Kodhek Road
- Phone Number: +254716521043
- Website
- Opening hours: 7am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
Molars Dental Clinic
- Location: Lenana Rd
- Phone Number: +254796856900
- Website
- Opening hours: 7am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: Yes, but currently only for civil servants.
Ngong Rd.
Skye Dental
- Location: The Junction Mall
- Phone Number: +254734816470
- Website
- Opening hours: 9am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No. They don’t accept any insurance.
Nairobi South
Family Health Dental Clinic
- Location: T-Mall, Langata Rd
- Phone Number: +254718501426
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: Yes, but only for civil servants.
Karen and Langata
Karen Dental Clinic
- Location: Karen Shopping Centre, Off Ngong Road
- Phone Number: +254700720300
- Website
- Opening hours: 08.30 am – 5.30pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
The Regency Dental Practice
- Location: Karen Plains Rd
- Phone Number: +254738976976
- Website
- Opening hours: 9am – 1pm; 2pm – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No. They don’t accept any insurance.
Gigiri
Blossom Aesthetics
- Location: 2nd Floor, Village Market
- Phone Number: +254715176077
- Website
- Opening hours: 9am – 5pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
Loresho
Lions Dental Care Clinic
- Location: Kaptagat Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
- Phone Number: +254204226000
- Website
- Opening hours: 7am – 4pm
- Accepts NHIF: Yes, but only for civil servants.
CBD
Keridam Dental Clinic
- Location: 4th floor, Kenwood House, along Kimathi street
- Phone Number: +254704477100
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm; 8am – 4pm
- Accepts NHIF: No. They don’t accept any insurance.
Nairobi Premier Dental Clinic
- Location: 7th floor – Suite 708, Kimathi House
- Phone Number: +254701859649
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 6pm; 8am – 3pm
- Accepts NHIF: No
Smartsmile Dentalcare Clinics
- Location: 4th floor, KTDA Plaza, Moi Avenue
- Phone Number: +254722223195
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm; 8am – 4pm
- Accepts NHIF: Yes, but only for civil servants.
Dental Access Clinic
- Location: Cardinal Otunga Plaza
- Phone Number: +254798040111
- Website
- Opening hours: 8am – 5pm; 8am – 3pm
- Accepts NHIF: Yes, but only for civil servants.
Price Guide for Nairobi Dental Clinics
| Service | Cost (KShs) |
| Consultation/ checkup | 1,000 – 2,000 |
| Braces | 25,000 – 225,000 |
| Crowns | 10,000 – 50,000 |
| Dentures | 10,000 – 60,000 |
| Extractions | 5,000 – 8,000 |
| Fillings | 3,000 – 8,000 |
| Root canals | 15,000 – 25,000 |
| Teeth cleaning | 3,000 – 7,000 |
| Teeth whitening | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Veneers | 15,000 – 40,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Dentists in Nairobi
How much does it cost to see a dentist in Kenya?
It costs between KShs 1,000 – KShs 2,000 to see a dentist in Kenya (consultation).
How much does it cost to whiten teeth in Nairobi?
It costs between KShs 5,000 – KShs 10,000 for teeth whitening in Nairobi.
How much does a root canal cost in Kenya?
Root canals cost between KShs 15,000 – KShs 25,000 in Kenya.
Who’s The Best Dentist in Nairobi?
If you know a great, cheap dental clinic in Nairobi, leave a review in the comments.
