Department of Dental and maxillofacial
Message from the Head of Department of Dental and maxillofacial department
" As the Head of the dental and maxillofacial department at ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, I am honored to lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our department provides specialized services in variety of area related to oral health, facial structure and the treatment of condition affecting the mouth, jaw and face. We continuously strive to enhance patient outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and a multidisciplinary approach. Our team is also actively involved in training and research to advance medical knowledge and improve healthcare services. We look forward to further expanding our services and contributing to the hospital’s vision of becoming a national center of excellence. We appreciate the unwavering dedication of our team, the hospital management, and partners who support our mission. "
Dr. Simegn Assefa
(DDS, MBA)
Head, Department of Dental and maxillofacial
Alert Comprehensive Specialized Hospital
Historical Background
The Dental Department was established in 2003 by a Doctor of Dental Surgery, marking the formal beginning of oral healthcare services in the institution. Before its establishment, dental care was provided by foreign volunteers and clinical nurses in partnership with various organizations. The primary aim of the department was to deliver specialized oral health services, with a particular focus on supporting patients with leprosy, tuberculosis, and related conditions. Over time, the department expanded its services to address the growing demand for comprehensive maxillofacial care. In 2022, the department broadened its scope to include both inpatient and emergency services, which significantly increased patient flow and impacted the department's annual performance positively. As a result, the department now serves over 24,000 patients annually, providing a range of dental and maxillofacial services. The department has continuously evolved, and in recent years, it has become a leading provider of specialized care in areas such as maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and endodontics. The addition of orthodontic services has further enhanced the care offered, addressing the needs of a growing patient population. Today, the department serves patients from all corners of the country, meeting the demands for advanced dental and maxillofacial treatment with a commitment to improving the quality of life for its patients.
Yearly Performance
Each year, the department/directorate achieves significant milestones, including
- More than1600 case per year outpatient consultations at dental OPD
- More than2500 case per year outpatient consultations maxillofacial and orthodontics
- More than 600 per year procedures/interventions at maxillofacial side major surgery
- key performance metrics is number of patient and service quality interims of satisfaction and waiting time
Qualifications & Number of Health Professionals
The department is staffed with a highly skilled team, including:
- 2 Oral and maxillofacial surgeons
- 1 Orthodontist
- 6 Doctor of dental surgeon
- 6 BSC nurses
Facilities & Equipment
The department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure high-quality care, including:
- 2 operating theaters/procedure rooms for oral and maxillofacial surgery
- 7 beds in dedicated wards for oral and maxillofacial surgery
- 6 dental units with its own accessories such as high-speed, low speed, scaling lines with suction unit dedicated for dental service
Teaching & Training Services
The department is actively involved in the training of:
- Doctor of dental surgery internship and attachment programs
- Bachelor of dental science internship and attachment programs
Service Hours.
Our services are available in both the public and private wings during:
- Monday to Friday (8am to 5pm) on working days
- Monday to Friday starting from 4pm_8pm and Saturday from 8am_2pm
- Emergency & Inpatient Services: Available 24/7
Services provided by the department
The department provides a comprehensive range of services, including:
A detailed list of services includes, but is not limited to:
Services provided by DDSServices provided by Orthodontist
Services provided by oral and maxillofacial surgeons