A dentist is a person who is qualified to treat diseases and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums, especially the repair and extraction of teeth and the insertion of artificial ones.
Below is Dentist Salary In Ghana
The salary range for the majority of workers in Dentists – from GH₵1,218.98 to GH₵4,581.38 per month.
Tasks and duties
Diagnosing diseases, injuries, irregularities, and malformations of teeth and associated structures in the mouth and jaw using a range of methods such as radiographs, salivary tests, and medical histories
Providing preventative oral health care such as periodontal treatments, fluoride applications, and oral health promotion
Administering anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures
Prescribing medication for the relief of ongoing pain after procedures
Providing restorative oral care such as implants, complex crown and bridge restorations and orthodontics, and repairing damaged and decayed teeth
Providing surgical treatments such as extraction of teeth and biopsy of tissue, and performing orthodontic treatment
Measuring and taking impressions of patients’ jaws and teeth in order to determine the shape and size of dental prostheses
Designing, making, and fitting prosthodontic appliances such as space maintainers, bridges, and dentures, or writing fabrication instructions or prescriptions for dental prosthetic technicians
Restoring oral function with removable and fixed oral prostheses
Assisting in diagnosing general diseases having oral manifestations such as diabetes
Educating patients and families on dental hygiene, nutrition, and other measures to take care of oral health
Supervising dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other staff.
How long does it take to become a Dentist in Ghana?
Attending dental school is a huge financial and time commitment.
You will spend a minimum of 6 years at dental school so it is important to ensure the school you choose to attend is the right school for you.
Tuition fees across Ghana continue to rise.
What is the highest-paid Dentist?
oral and maxillofacial surgery
The highest-paid dental specialty is oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Surgeons, including oral and maxillofacial surgeons, make a national average salary of 1,726,971.75 Ghana Cedis per year.
These professionals are highly trained in both dental care and medical surgery.