Services · General & Family Dentistry

General & Family Dentistry: The bread and butter, done gently.

The foundation of everything. A good check-up catches problems before they grow expensive; a good cleaning makes your teeth feel like teeth again. Piwan Dental's general practice handles routine care for adults and children at fair, transparent prices.

The questions everyone asks

Everything you might wonder about general & family dentistry.

What's included in a routine check-up?

Full visual examination of all teeth and gums, oral cancer screening, a check of any existing fillings or crowns, and a conversation about anything that's been bothering you. If x-rays are needed, we have on-site digital x-ray equipment. We end with a written treatment plan if anything needs follow-up.

How often should I come in?

For adults with healthy teeth and gums, every 6 months is the gold standard. For patients who smoke, have a history of cavities, are pregnant, or have orthodontic appliances, more frequent visits (every 3–4 months) are recommended. Children should start at age 1, then yearly.

What is scaling and polishing?

Scaling removes tartar (hardened plaque) from the tooth surface and below the gumline — the part you can't reach with a toothbrush. Polishing finishes the surface, leaving teeth smooth so plaque has a harder time sticking. Most adults benefit from this every 6–12 months.

Are fillings painful?

No. We use local anesthetic for any work that goes below the enamel. You'll feel pressure but no sharp pain. Modern composite (white) fillings bond to the tooth and are nearly invisible — we use them by default unless there's a specific reason to use something else.

Do you extract teeth?

Yes. Routine extractions are done under local anesthetic. For wisdom teeth or complex cases, we'll evaluate and refer to oral surgery if it's beyond what we can do in-chair.

What does it cost?

Routine check-up: from UGX 30,000. Scaling and polishing: from UGX 100,000. Composite filling: from UGX 80,000 per tooth. Extraction: from UGX 60,000 (simple) to UGX 250,000 (complex). We always quote before starting.

Ready to book?

We're on Juba Road in Gulu, 6 days a week. Drop in, call, or book online and we'll have your chair ready.

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