DEPARTMENT OF
DENTAL MEDICINE
The Quezon City General Hospital, a project conceived in 1963, has a rich history of providing quality healthcare services to the community. In 1967, the hospital opened its out-patient service, which was initially staffed by personnel from the Q.C. Health Department. This marked the beginning of a commitment to accessible healthcare for all residents.
In 1975, the hospital expanded its services with the establishment of the Community Ambulatory Health Care Services, which included the Out-Patient Department (OPD) and Domiciliary services. The OPD service, with its unique characteristics, was inaugurated during the centennial birthday of the late Manuel L. Quezon, leading to the creation of the Dental Department as part of the Medical Specialty Clinics. Today, the Dental Department operates under the Medical Ancillary, providing essential dental care to patients.
The Dental Section has seen a dedicated team of professionals over the years, including Dr. Bayani S. Tinoco and Dr. Delfin Quijano as the first chief dentists. Subsequent dentists who have contributed to the department's success include Dr. Domingo Sunga, Dr. Josevero Briones, Dr. Sixta Santos, Dr. Beatriz Tan, Dr. Agnes Agadel Francia, Dr. Norman Cabanding, Dr. Valentina Barlaan, Dr. Joan Vidal, Dr. Angelita Bartiana and Dr. Princess Mira Gulmatico. The department has also been supported by dental aides such as Ms. Susan Portillo, Mrs. Mely Alvarez, Ms. Emma Chan, Ms. Anna De los Santos, Ms. Susie Fernandez, and Ms. Milagros Dimaisip.
Currently, the Department of Dental Medicine is led by Dr. Evelyn M. Cortez-Tibung with Dr. Sherry A. Samson serving as an assistant. The dedicated dental staff includes Dr. Reynato B. Perilla Jr., Dr. Donna Mae P. Avelino, Dr. Paul D. Bonifacio, Ms. Perlita A. Gatchalian, Mr. Erron M. Micu and Rica Mae D. Jinayon.
In 1975, the hospital expanded its services with the establishment of the Community Ambulatory Health Care Services, which included the Out-Patient Department (OPD) and Domiciliary services. The OPD service, with its unique characteristics, was inaugurated during the centennial birthday of the late Manuel L. Quezon, leading to the creation of the Dental Department as part of the Medical Specialty Clinics. Today, the Dental Department operates under the Medical Ancillary, providing essential dental care to patients.
The Dental Section has seen a dedicated team of professionals over the years, including Dr. Bayani S. Tinoco and Dr. Delfin Quijano as the first chief dentists. Subsequent dentists who have contributed to the department's success include Dr. Domingo Sunga, Dr. Josevero Briones, Dr. Sixta Santos, Dr. Beatriz Tan, Dr. Agnes Agadel Francia, Dr. Norman Cabanding, Dr. Valentina Barlaan, Dr. Joan Vidal, Dr. Angelita Bartiana and Dr. Princess Mira Gulmatico. The department has also been supported by dental aides such as Ms. Susan Portillo, Mrs. Mely Alvarez, Ms. Emma Chan, Ms. Anna De los Santos, Ms. Susie Fernandez, and Ms. Milagros Dimaisip.
Currently, the Department of Dental Medicine is led by Dr. Evelyn M. Cortez-Tibung with Dr. Sherry A. Samson serving as an assistant. The dedicated dental staff includes Dr. Reynato B. Perilla Jr., Dr. Donna Mae P. Avelino, Dr. Paul D. Bonifacio, Ms. Perlita A. Gatchalian, Mr. Erron M. Micu and Rica Mae D. Jinayon.
(from right to left) Ms. Perlita Gatchalian, Ms. Rica Mae Jinayon, Dr. Donna Mae Avelino, Dr. Sherry Samson, Dr. Evelyn Tibung, Dr. Reynato Perilla Jr., Dr. Paul Bonifacio and Mr. Erron Micu
MISSION AND VISION
Our Vision
The Quezon City General Hospital Dental Department will be foremost amongst government hospital-based dental clinic with its state-of-the-art equipment and competent professional staff.
Our Mission
To provide effective and efficient dental care services with total professionalism and dedication thru Continuous Quality Improvement
The Quezon City General Hospital Dental Department will be foremost amongst government hospital-based dental clinic with its state-of-the-art equipment and competent professional staff.
Our Mission
To provide effective and efficient dental care services with total professionalism and dedication thru Continuous Quality Improvement
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
DENTAL SERVICES/FEE
OUR EQUIPMENT
Panoramic X-ray
A panoramic X-ray, also known as panoramic radiography, is a 2D dental X-ray that takes a single image of the entire mouth. It can show the teeth, upper and lower jaws, sinuses, nasal area, and other structures and tissues.
Panoramic X-rays are a popular technique because they are convenient, fast, and easy. The procedure involves placing your head on the machine and following the technician's instructions. It's painless and takes only a few minutes
Panoramic X-ray
A panoramic X-ray, also known as panoramic radiography, is a 2D dental X-ray that takes a single image of the entire mouth. It can show the teeth, upper and lower jaws, sinuses, nasal area, and other structures and tissues.
Panoramic X-rays are a popular technique because they are convenient, fast, and easy. The procedure involves placing your head on the machine and following the technician's instructions. It's painless and takes only a few minutes
Endomotor with Apex Locator
An endomotor with an integrated apex locator is a dental device that combines an endodontic motor for shaping root canals with a built-in apex locator for measuring working length during the procedure. This integrated design allows for more efficient and accurate root canal treatments by reducing the need for a separate apex locator device, streamlining the process, and providing real-time feedback. Key features include automatic functions like stop-reverse, programmable settings, cordless and ergonomic designs, and compatibility with various file systems.
An endomotor with an integrated apex locator is a dental device that combines an endodontic motor for shaping root canals with a built-in apex locator for measuring working length during the procedure. This integrated design allows for more efficient and accurate root canal treatments by reducing the need for a separate apex locator device, streamlining the process, and providing real-time feedback. Key features include automatic functions like stop-reverse, programmable settings, cordless and ergonomic designs, and compatibility with various file systems.
Piezotome Cube
The Piezotome Cube is a dental device that uses ultrasonic vibrations to perform tooth extractions and bone surgery procedures. The device uses ultrasonic vibrations to extract teeth and perform bone surgery while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue. The device's thin tip preserves bone and can eliminate the need for a surgical flap. The device can lead to faster, more accurate, and less traumatic procedures. Patients may experience less swelling, bleeding, pain, and complications, and may recover faster.
The Piezotome Cube is a dental device that uses ultrasonic vibrations to perform tooth extractions and bone surgery procedures. The device uses ultrasonic vibrations to extract teeth and perform bone surgery while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue. The device's thin tip preserves bone and can eliminate the need for a surgical flap. The device can lead to faster, more accurate, and less traumatic procedures. Patients may experience less swelling, bleeding, pain, and complications, and may recover faster.
Digital Periapical X-ray
A digital periapical X-ray is a dental image that provides a detailed view of one or two teeth, from the crown to the root tip and the surrounding bone. This technology utilizes a digital sensor instead of film, offering faster results, sharper images, and significantly lower radiation exposure compared to older methods. Digital periapical X-rays are used to diagnose issues such as tooth decay, infections, abscesses, and bone loss, as well as to monitor dental treatments
A digital periapical X-ray is a dental image that provides a detailed view of one or two teeth, from the crown to the root tip and the surrounding bone. This technology utilizes a digital sensor instead of film, offering faster results, sharper images, and significantly lower radiation exposure compared to older methods. Digital periapical X-rays are used to diagnose issues such as tooth decay, infections, abscesses, and bone loss, as well as to monitor dental treatments
Brushless Dental Electric Motor
Brushless dental electric motors have become an integral part of modern dental practices, offering numerous benefits over traditional brushed motors. Their efficiency, reliability, and precision make them invaluable tools for a wide range of dental procedures. Electric dental handpiece motors are an alternative to air turbine powered handpiece motors. The main benefit to an electric motor is a consistently high torque throughout rpm speeds.
Brushless dental electric motors have become an integral part of modern dental practices, offering numerous benefits over traditional brushed motors. Their efficiency, reliability, and precision make them invaluable tools for a wide range of dental procedures. Electric dental handpiece motors are an alternative to air turbine powered handpiece motors. The main benefit to an electric motor is a consistently high torque throughout rpm speeds.
Soft-Core Obturation System
A safe and effective root canal filling system with natural gutta-percha. Soft-Core® can be used for root canal fillings instrumented with traditional hand files as well as with all known rotary file systems on the market.
A safe and effective root canal filling system with natural gutta-percha. Soft-Core® can be used for root canal fillings instrumented with traditional hand files as well as with all known rotary file systems on the market.
Dental Diode Laser
A dental diode laser is a soft-tissue laser used for various dental procedures, offering benefits like faster healing, reduced pain, and minimal bleeding by using light for cutting, coagulation, and sterilization. These lasers are versatile tools for a range of applications, including treating periodontal disease, performing gingivectomies and gum depigmentations.
A dental diode laser is a soft-tissue laser used for various dental procedures, offering benefits like faster healing, reduced pain, and minimal bleeding by using light for cutting, coagulation, and sterilization. These lasers are versatile tools for a range of applications, including treating periodontal disease, performing gingivectomies and gum depigmentations.
Activities
Dental Health Education
The Department of Dental Medicine co-hosted the Geriatric Dental Care Day with the Department of Geriatrics.
Dental Health Education
The Department of Dental Medicine co-hosted the Geriatric Dental Care Day with the Department of Geriatrics.
Blood Letting
Co-sponsored the Blood Letting last March 2025 at the OPD.
Co-sponsored the Blood Letting last March 2025 at the OPD.
Hosted the Flag Raising Ceremony
The Department hosted the QCGH Flag Raising Ceremonies last July 21 and 28, 2025.
The Department hosted the QCGH Flag Raising Ceremonies last July 21 and 28, 2025.
Continuing Education
Drs. Sherry A. Samson and Reynato B. Perilla Jr. attended the 2-in1 Lecture and Hands on Workshop, Applications of Piezosurgery and Diode Laser in General Dentistry and Oral Surgery.
Drs. Sherry A. Samson and Reynato B. Perilla Jr. attended the 2-in1 Lecture and Hands on Workshop, Applications of Piezosurgery and Diode Laser in General Dentistry and Oral Surgery.
Dr. Donna Mae Avelino attended the 6 months Surgery Preceptorship by RAQ Surgery held at Dr. Roberto Quiambao Dental Clinic and the 3 months Comprehensive Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry held at UP Manila College of Dentistry.
