You can see a dentist in Umlazi at public facilities such as Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital, or at private practices including Umlazi Medical Centre in V Section and Makgato Dental Practice at Umlazi Mega City.
About Dentist Umlazi
Dental care in Umlazi falls into two groups. Public dental services at government facilities are cheaper or free for many patients but can involve long waits. Private dentists charge consultation and procedure fees, or bill your medical aid, but are usually quicker to book.
Below are the dental providers we could confirm from the provider’s own website, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health, or the practice’s official social media. We only list practices we have verified.
Contact Details and Opening Hours
| Provider | Type | Location | Contact and hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital | Public hospital with dental services | Mangosuthu Highway, Umlazi | Switchboard 031 907 8111. Ask for the dental clinic. |
| Umlazi Medical Centre | Private medical centre with a dental team | Umlazi Plaza, Griffiths Mxenge Highway, Umlazi V | 031 906 8448. Mon to Fri 09:00 to 18:00, Sat 09:00 to 14:30, Sun 09:00 to 14:00. |
| Makgato Dental Practice | Private dental practice | Umlazi Mega City, Umlazi V | Contact the practice through its official Facebook or Instagram page to book. |
Checked 13 September 2026. Prince Mshiyeni details from the KZN Department of Health website; Umlazi Medical Centre details from its own website; Makgato Dental Practice confirmed through the practice’s Instagram profile and an Umlazi Mega City social media post. Phone before visiting, as hours change on public holidays.
Services and Departments
Public dental services: the KZN Department of Health lists dental services among the services at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital. Phone the hospital to ask which dental treatments are available and how to get an appointment. You can also ask your local public clinic whether it offers dental care or can refer you.
Umlazi Medical Centre lists dental cleaning, teeth polishing, tooth extractions, fillings and oral health advice on its website.
Makgato Dental Practice has advertised cleaning and whitening, extractions, braces, fillings, root canal treatment and gold or silver teeth placement and removal at its Umlazi Mega City practice. Confirm current services and prices when you book.
Appointments and What to Bring
- Your ID document, and your child’s birth certificate for children
- Your medical aid card, if you have one, and ask whether the practice charges above medical aid rates
- A referral letter if a clinic has referred you to hospital
- A list of any medication you take, including blood thinners
Check your dentist is registered. Every dentist, dental therapist and oral hygienist in South Africa must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). You can search a practitioner’s name on the HPCSA’s iRegister at hpcsa.co.za. Many dentists are also members of the South African Dental Association (SADA), but membership is voluntary.
Directions and Transport
Umlazi Medical Centre and Umlazi Mega City are both on Griffiths Mxenge Highway (M30) in V Section, and Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital is on Mangosuthu Highway, all on main taxi routes. See the Umlazi Map and our Umlazi Mega City guide.
Emergency and After-Hours Information
Severe facial swelling, swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, or heavy bleeding after an extraction needs urgent care. Go to hospital casualty or call 10177 (or 112 from a cellphone).
For a toothache after hours, phone private practices to ask whether they offer emergency appointments. Find more healthcare options in Healthcare in Umlazi and other providers in Local Services in Umlazi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a dentist in Umlazi V Section?
Yes. Umlazi Medical Centre at Umlazi Plaza lists dental services, and Makgato Dental Practice has a practice at Umlazi Mega City, both in V Section.
Where is Dr Makgato dentist in Umlazi?
Makgato Dental Practice has a practice at Umlazi Mega City. Contact the practice through its official social media pages to book.
Does Umlazi Medical Centre have a dentist?
Yes. Its website lists dentistry, including cleaning, extractions and fillings. Call 031 906 8448 to book.
Can I get free dental treatment in Umlazi?
Public dental services are available at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital. Fees at public facilities depend on your income, so bring your ID and ask when you arrive.
How do I check if a dentist is registered?
Search the dentist’s name on the HPCSA iRegister at hpcsa.co.za. All practising dentists in South Africa must be registered.