Karibu · Samora Avenue, Dar es Salaam
Quality oral health care, in the heart of the city.
Since July 1994, Akim Dental Service has welcomed adults and children to its clinic on the 9th floor of NHC House, from routine check-ups to restorative, orthodontic and surgical care.
Take a look inside the clinic- Established
- 1994
- Specialties
- 11
- Floor
- 9th
“Love your teeth.”
Why patients choose us
30+ years of care from one address in Dar es Salaam.
Akim Dental Service has served patients from the same building in the city centre since 1994. Its stated mission: “Our objective is to be prime dental health care provider in Tanzania.”
Founded July 1994
Owned and run by Dr. Joakim Michael Kifai since the clinic first opened.
Adults & children
Care for the whole family, including a dedicated paedodontics service.
Own ceramic laboratory
An in-house laboratory that handles acrylic and ceramic work.
Central location
NHC House on Samora Avenue, next to the TTCL building.
Patients from across the region
Patients come from Tanzania and neighbouring countries.
- Tanzania
- Comoros
- DR Congo
- Zambia
- Malawi
Services · Huduma
Complete dental care, under one roof.
11 areas of care for adults and children. Choose one to see what it covers, then open the full details.
UchunguziDental Diagnosis
Every treatment plan starts with a thorough examination, so you understand your oral health and your options.
- Visual mouth examination
- X-ray (radiographic) surveys
- Diagnostic casts for bite analysis
- Gum assessment
- +1 more
Kurekebisha menoRestorative Dentistry
Repairing teeth affected by decay or damage, restoring their shape and function with tooth-coloured and other materials.
- Composite (tooth-coloured) fillings
- Silver alloy fillings
- All-porcelain crowns, onlays & inlays
- Ceramic fused to metal crowns & bridges
- +2 more
Matibabu ya mziziEndodontics
Root canal treatment, one of the clinic's specialties, for teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted.
- Deep decay reaching the nerve
- Irreversible pulp damage
- Abscess (periapical infection)
- Teeth needing extensive crown work
Meno bandiaProsthodontics
Replacing missing teeth with dentures, crowns and bridges, many of them made in the clinic's own laboratory.
- Partial dentures (acrylic or chrome-metal)
- Full dentures (conventional & immediate)
- Crowns: metal, all-ceramic, PFM
- Bridges: conventional, cantilever, resin-bonded
Kunyoosha menoOrthodontics
Assessment and treatment for crooked teeth or a misaligned bite, using braces and retainers.
- Initial consultations
- Serial extraction
- Removable retainers
- Fixed retainers
Afya ya fiziPeriodontics
Care for the gums and supporting structures, from professional cleaning to periodontal surgery.
- Scaling & polishing
- Root planing
- Periodontal surgery
- Splinting of loose teeth
- Upasuaji wa kinywa
Oral Surgery
Extractions and minor surgical procedures, with referral to a specialist when treatment is beyond the clinic's scope.
- Extractions (milk & permanent teeth)
- Wisdom tooth & impaction removal
- Incision & drainage
- Repair of lacerations
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Meno ya watotoPaedodontics
Gentle, conservative dental care for children, aiming to keep milk teeth healthy until they shed naturally.
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Dietary counselling
- Scaling & polishing
- Fillings
- +4 more
- Kinga
Preventive Dentistry
An individually tailored prevention plan for every age, with particular attention to young children and teenagers.
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Brushing technique
- Scaling & polishing
- Sealants for children
- +4 more
- Urembo wa meno
Cosmetic Dentistry
Treatments that focus on the appearance of your smile, with suitability assessed for each person.
- Dentist-supervised whitening
- Enamel shaping & contouring
- Bonding
- Porcelain & composite veneers
- +2 more
MaabaraCeramic Laboratory
An in-house laboratory for acrylic and ceramic work, which also receives work from outside.
- Acrylic dentures
- Ceramic crowns & bridges
- Metal-framed partials
- Outside lab work accepted
UchunguziDental Diagnosis
Every treatment plan starts with a thorough examination, so you understand your oral health and your options.
- Visual mouth examination
- X-ray (radiographic) surveys
- Diagnostic casts for bite analysis
- Gum assessment
- +1 more
Our work · Kazi zetu
Crafted in our own ceramic laboratory.
Dentures, crowns and bridges are made in the clinic’s in-house laboratory, close to the chair where they are fitted. These are examples the clinic has published.
- Zirconia
- E.max
- Celtra Duo
- Porcelain
- Porcelain fused to metal
- Composite resin
- Glass ionomer
- Empress ceramic
- Chrome-cobalt frames
- Acrylic
- Gold alloy
beforeafterFrom the laboratory
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Since
July 1994
About the clinic
An owner-led practice, rooted in Dar es Salaam.
Akim Dental Service has been owned and run by Dr. Joakim Michael Kifai since it was first established in July 1994. From its home on the 9th floor of NHC House, the clinic offers restorative dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, orthodontics, periodontology, oral surgery and cosmetic dentistry, for adults and children alike.
Our mission
To be a prime dental health care provider in Tanzania.
Our vision
To establish a dental franchise offering high-quality dental services to Tanzanian society.
Looking ahead
The clinic has shared plans to add more specialised services, such as implantology and laser dentistry, and to offer clinical training for newly graduated dentists, assistant dental officers and dental technicians. These are plans, not services currently on offer.
Center tour · Karibu ndani
Step inside our clinic.
Reception, waiting area and treatment rooms on the 9th floor of NHC House.
Real photos from the clinic’s website
Patient information
Your visit, step by step.
What to expect when you visit the clinic, and answers to common questions.
- 1
Get in touch
Call +255 22 212 6469 or email info@akimdental.com to arrange a convenient time.
- 2
Prepare for your visit
Bring identification, a list of any medicines you take, and previous dental records or X-rays if you have them.
- 3
Examination
Your dentist examines your teeth and gums and listens to your concerns before suggesting anything.
- 4
Discuss your options
You talk through possible treatments, timing and costs, and decide together what happens next.
Love your teeth
Five everyday habits the clinic recommends.
From the clinic’s preventive dentistry advice.
- 1Brush twice a dayUse a fluoride toothpaste, morning and night. Brushing before bed matters most.
- 2Change your brushReplace your toothbrush every three to four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed.
- 3Clean between teethFloss or use an interdental cleaner daily. Bristles can't reach where decay-causing bacteria linger.
- 4Watch the snacksEat a balanced diet and limit sugary snacks, sweets and soft drinks between meals.
- 5Visit regularlyCome in once or twice a year for a professional cleaning and oral examination.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find your answer? Call us on +255 22 212 6469.
How do I book an appointment?
Call the clinic on +255 22 212 6469 or email info@akimdental.com. The online form on this page is a demonstration and does not send requests yet.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Please bring identification, a list of medicines you currently take, details of any allergies or medical conditions, and any previous dental records or X-rays. Arriving 10 minutes early gives time to complete paperwork.
Do you see children?
Yes. The clinic offers paedodontics (children's dentistry). It recommends that parents supervise children's brushing and bring them for check-ups once or twice a year.
Where exactly is the clinic?
NHC House, 9th Floor, Samora Avenue, Dar es Salaam. Next to the TTCL building, opposite Tanzania Investment Bank.
Which insurance and payment options are accepted?
Please contact the clinic directly to confirm accepted insurance providers and payment methods before your visit.
What should I do if I have dental pain?
Contact the clinic as soon as you can so the team can advise you. If you have severe facial swelling, a high fever, or difficulty breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest hospital emergency department straight away.
Can this website tell me what treatment I need?
No. Information here is general. Only an examination by a dentist can determine the right treatment for you.
Request an appointment.
This form shows how online booking requests could work on a new website. It does not send, save or share anything, and no appointment is booked.
Contact · Wasiliana nasi
Find us on Samora Avenue.
- VisitNHC House, 9th Floor, Samora AvenueP.O. Box 16401, Dar es Salaam
- Call+255 22 212 6469
- Emailinfo@akimdental.com
Opening hours
- Monday – Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday & public holidays
- 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours as listed on the clinic’s homepage. Please call to confirm before visiting, especially on public holidays.
Landmarks
Next to the TTCL building, opposite Tanzania Investment Bank.
NHC House, 9th Floor, Samora Avenue, Dar es Salaam
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