The Creston Children's Dental Clinic is one of the few places in Portland where large numbers of low-income children can receive regular, high quality dental care in a clinic setting.
Dental Services:
Dental cleanings, exams, and fluoride treatments
X-rays
Sealants
Fillings
Extractions
Root canals
Emergency treatment
Referrals to specialists
Who Qualifies for Free Dental Services
Children enrolled in Portland Public Schools (grades kindergarten through 12th grade)
Young adults in the Community Transition Program, PISA, and Summer Scholars
Children who have Oregon Health Plan (OHP) insurance through ODS, Capitol Dental, or Advantage Dental
Children who are uninsured and qualify for free or reduced lunch
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Portland
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.