Students training in the Dental Hygiene program at Parkland College provides the following dental services:
- Dental cleanings.
- Radiography.
- Blood pressure screening.
- Oral cancer screening.
- Oral hygiene instruction.
- Nutrition counseling.
- Pit and fissure sealants.
- Fluoride treatments.
- Whitening (additional $150).
Documents needed:Medical history and pharmaceuticals.
Fees:$10 per semester. No charge for seniors 65 and older, children under 11, and those on Medicaid.
Hours:Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
Referral procedures:By appointment. Appointments are 3.5 hours long and patients may need more than one appointment.
Champaign
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.