The Dental Health Program provides education and clinical services throughout DeKalb County. The goal is to promote good oral health.
Clinical services are available to:
children and teens (ages 3-20)
pregnant women
adults age 60 and over
persons referred by DeKalb County Board of Health\'s HIV clinic
persons of any age with a severe dental emergency
others on a space-available basis
The Board of Health's dental fees are similar to those in private practice. However, fees may be reduced based on household income. Payment is expected at the time of service. Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids clients are welcome.
The dental primary prevention program offers education, screenings and dental sealants at schools and other community sites.
Lithonia
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Many communities have clinics that charge little or nothing for dental care. They are usually run by nonprofits, community health centers, dental schools and local health departments, and they often rely on grants, donations and public funding. Some serve everyone on a sliding fee scale, while others focus on children, seniors or people without insurance. Every clinic sets its own rules, so call ahead and ask what you qualify for.