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1 Resource for Dental Care A SPRING 2013 Oklahoma Statewide Listings A message to those in need of care Individuals requesting this guide typically have two issues a dental problem that cannot be ignored combined with scarce financial resources. A guide with a purpose This guide is published by the Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation to: 1. Help those who cannot afford dental care find free and low-cost resources 2. Help referral sources assist those in need to find care 3. Connect free and low-cost programs to one another to leverage their limited resources and multiply their efforts and results Join our list The best way to stay current is to join our list. Each quarter we ll automatically a new issue to you. To subscribe, go to A message to our providers Thank you for your efforts to serve those in need! Please review your listing and notify us of any changes so we can update it in our next issue. Did you know our Foundation provides grants to dental health related programs that meet our criteria? Learn more at To ensure the accuracy of these listings, this document expires June 30, For the latest version, go to or call Published quarterly by: of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation Terrisa Singleton, Foundation Manager 16 NW 63rd Street Oklahoma City, OK OKC Metro: Toll Free: ext foundation@deltadentalok.org The providers listed in this directory care about you and your situation, and they do all they can (given limited resources) to meet the tremendous need for free and low-cost dental services throughout Oklahoma. There are two types of clinics/programs listed free and low-cost. If you have some financial means, the nonprofit low-cost clinics provide dental services at lower than average or sliding scale fees and the waiting period for an appointment is short. Free clinics and programs provide services at no cost and are made possible by volunteer dental professionals and support staff. As you can well imagine, the demand for these services is great, but the supply of volunteers is limited. Patience and perseverance are keys to receiving care, because most have long waiting periods for restorative services (such as dentures and fillings). However, every effort is made to provide timely care to those in pain and at risk for infection. Calling more than one organization and becoming familiar with their processes will increase your likelihood for treatment. We sincerely hope this directory helps you find the benevolent dental care you need. Other options available for those in need Did you know that SoonerCare covers all routine and diagnostic dental costs for qualifying Oklahoma children? For information, see the SoonerCare listing in the Statewide section of this guide. If you re employed but your employer doesn t provide dental insurance, you may find s Patient Direct discount program, PPO Choice Advantage or PPO Point of Service programs to be a good option for you. For details, call (OKC Metro) or (Toll Free) or visit www. DeltaDentalOK.org. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Permission is granted to copy and distribute this document or to link directly to the online version at:

2 This issue... MobileSmiles Oklahoma launches, p. 1 OU College of Dentistry Receives Historic Gift from, p OkMOM Serves Lawton, p. 2 Dental Care Summit & Charitable Clinic Conference Combine Efforts, p. 2 Resource for Care Summit: Save the Date! The of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation s Resource for Dental Care Summit will be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, in Oklahoma City. See page two for more information. Like us on Facebook! Published quarterly by: of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation Terrisa Singleton, Foundation Manager 16 NW 63rd Street Oklahoma City, OK Ph: Toll-free: ext foundation@deltadentalok.org E p i c e nte r Spring 2013 Foundation News from of Oklahoma ODF, Join Forces to Advance Mobile Dentistry MobileSmiles Oklahoma formerly known as the ODF Mobile Dental Care Program is now a partnership program of the Oklahoma Dental Foundation (ODF) and the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation (DDOK-OHF). ODF contributes its greatest resource volunteer dental professionals, without whom the program would have only a fraction of its reach. DDOK-OHF creates stability by providing a bedrock of funding, ODF Board President Dr. Lee Beasley (left) adding almost $1 million over the next and DDOK President/CEO John Gladden at the launch ceremony announcing the new four years to the $940,000 it has already MobileSmiles partnership program. granted to the mobile program since its inception in The new partnership fortifies the program s ability to eliminate barriers to oral health care in Oklahoma by combining the strengths and experience of our two foundations, said Dr. Mitchell Kramer, DDOK-OHF chairman. The staff and leadership of both organizations will work together to make MobileSmiles Oklahoma the premier volunteer-driven mobile dental program in the nation. The partnership was announced at a special launch ceremony February 19 at of Oklahoma, at which the exterior wrap of the brand, new Mobile Unit #2 was unveiled. Now, with two state-of-the-art mobile dental units, the program has tremendous capacity and potential to impact the oral health of Oklahomans and is in need of more volunteers. For details, please visit The new Mobile Unit wrap shows off the interior of the state-of-the-art dental clinic on wheels. 1

3 E p i c e Spring nte 2013r Contributes to OU College of Dentistry Legacy Project University of Oklahoma President David L. Boren announced recently that of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation has made the largest single gift ever to the OU College of Dentistry a $3.2 million lead gift toward the renovation of the college s building. The entire University is deeply grateful for the exceptional gifts by of Oklahoma to the College of Dentistry, said OU President David L. Boren. It is truly a transformative gift which will help keep our college among the very best in the nation. The gift is part of the $20 million Legacy Project capital campaign, the largest private fundraising effort in the college s history, to create a stateof-the-art facility to train tomorrow s dental professionals. The Delta Dental gift increases to $9.6 million the funding raised to date toward the first phase of renovating the dentistry building. has proudly supported our state s College of Dentistry for more than a decade, said John Gladden, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Oklahoma. This gift which is the largest in our history and will be disbursed over a 10-year period is both an endorsement of the quality of education provided by the OU College of Dentistry, as well as support of new technologies and the teamwork approach for better oral care in the future. The College of Dentistry Building on Stonewall Avenue in OU President David Boren (right) presented CEO John Gladden with an artist s rendering of the new College of Dentistry Comprehensive Care Center as a token of appreciation during a ceremony at the College of Dentistry Feb. 15. Oklahoma City, has been home to OU s dentistry students, faculty and staff since During that time, only minor renovations and technology upgrades have been made to the facility. These significant renovations will ensure the college remains competitive with other national dental schools in technology and contribute to further enhancing the overall quality of oral health care in this region, said Stephen K. Young, DDS, dean of the OU College of Dentistry. Oklahoma Mission of Mercy Serves Lawton On Feb. 1and 2, the Great Plains Coliseum in Lawton was the site of the 2013 OkMOM two-day dental clinic. DDOK Oral Health Foundation is proud to again co-sponsor this event with Oklahoma Dental Association and Oklahoma Dental Foundation. The next OkMOM will be held Feb. 7 and 8 in Enid. Volunteer registration opens in October Stats Patients: 1,786 Value of Care: $1.1 million+ Volunteers: 1,800+ Resource for Dental Care Summit & OCCA Conference Combine Efforts If your organization addresses the dental needs of Oklahoma s vulnerable populations, mark your calendar for our Resource for Dental Care Summit luncheon, to be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, in Oklahoma City. This biennial event is an opportunity for Oklahoma s community of benevolent dentistry to come together, learn from one another s experiences, and multiply the results of your efforts. We will also recognize our grantee organizations. This year, we are conducting our Summit luncheon on the same day and in the same location as the Oklahoma Charitable Clinic Association state conference to maximize efficiency. We encourage you to consider attending both of these essential events. For more information, visit 2

4 Page 1 of 10 Region: Central City Rescue Mission 800 W California Oklahoma City, OK Homeless Emergency Shelter & Transitional Living/Recovery Program Clients must enroll in recovery program, be screened and interviewed, and take classes to better their situations in order to receive access to free dental treatment Crossings Community Clinic 2208 W. Hefner Rd., Ste. B Oklahoma City, OK Extractions, fillings, cleanings. For uninsured individuals unable to pay for dental services. By appointment only. D-DENT Oklahoma City, OK "Dentists for Disabled and Elderly in Need of Treatment" Free dental care to non-insured, low-income patients over age 60 and adults with developmental disabilities throughout the state. Limited special funding available for non-insured, low-income adults under 60. General dentistry, specializing in dentures/partials; waiting list Edmond Ministries of Jesus Dental Clinic 1100 E. I-35 Frontage Rd. Edmond, OK Good Shepherd Clinic 222 NW 12th Oklahoma City, OK King's Klinic 921 W. Britton Rd. Oklahoma City, OK Free medical, dental, vision, counseling, and recovery services. Must be enrolled in medical program to receive dental services. No emergency dental care available. Call for program details. OKC residents only; Requires picture ID, SS card, proof of address. Call for details and qualifications: T/W/Th :30am, 1-3pm. ADULTS: Free simple extractions. CHILDREN: Extractions and restorative services. Free extractions provided by volunteer dental professionals. Call for appointment and details. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

5 Page 2 of 10 Mary Mahoney Health Center - OKC NE 36th Spencer, OK General Dentistry Norman Cleveland Co. Health Dept th Ave. N.E. Norman, OK County: Cleveland Norman Health for Friends Clinic 317 E Himes Norman, OK County: Cleveland NSO Dental Clinic 8101 S. Walker, Ste. C Oklahoma City, OK OU College of Dentistry 1201 N. Stonewall Ave Oklahoma City, OK OU College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Dept N. Stonewall Oklahoma City, OK Children and pregnant women. Cleveland and McClain county residents only. Eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or Sooner Care. Free extractions, fillings, cleanings, preventive care. Norman residents only, proof required. Extractions, fillings, cleanings, xrays: Tues-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Thursday Evening Extraction Clinic (6-9pm): Open to nonresidents. Eligibility: 200% poverty level; no ins, Medicaid, SoonerCare. Appointments required. Low-Cost Dental Clinic for ages 8 and up. Open Tues-Thurs 8:30-5:00 & Sat 9:30-6:00 Clinic services include exams, x-rays, fillings, cleanings, extractions, partials and dentures. Payment required at time of service; call for fees. Appointment required. The primary focus of The OU College of Dentistry is the education and training of dentists. Patients are selected to join the program who meet the educational needs of students. All types of dentistry available at reduced cost. Screening appointment required. Adult Clinic: Pediatric Clinic (ages 4-11): Oral Diagnosis Clinic: Oral Surgery Clinic: $10 screening required to establish suitability for hygiene student care. (Screening does not guarantee acceptance). $40-$220 fee for cleaning only, depending on difficulty level. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

6 Page 3 of 10 Perry A. Klaassen Family Dental Clinic 1901 Springlake Drive Oklahoma City, OK Located on Metro Tech campus; open to the public. Preventive, restorative and extractions. (No dentures.) Sliding fee scale for eligible patients and procedures Rose State College Dental Hygiene Clinic 6420 SE 15 Midwest City, OK Variety Care - North 4023 NW 10th Street Oklahoma City, OK x 267 Variety Care - South 1025 Straka Terr. Oklahoma City, OK x 267 Cleaning - $5 (includes fluoride treatment & nutritional advice). Sealants and x-rays with doctor's prescription. Services available Aug. Thru May. Advance screening appointment required. Call for screenings beginning August 1st. Full service dentistry, dentures/partials. (Formerly Oklahoma Community Health Services) Full service dentistry, dentures/partials. Prenatal Dental Program (for expectant mothers and newborns) Region: Northeast Bartlesville Tri-County Tech. Center 6101 SE Nowata Rd Bartlesville, OK County: Washington OU/TCTC Dental Hygiene Clinic: No income qualifications; NE OK residents preferred. Cleaning costs: Adult - $10; Child - $5 Volunteer Dental Clinic: Operates 7-8 clinics during school year only. Priority given to Hygiene Clinic patients. Free extractions and fillings for qualified patients. Eligibility: 130% of poverty level; no insurance or SoonerCare. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

7 Page 4 of 10 Bristow Creek Co. Health Dept. 408 W. 4th Street Bristow, OK County: Creek Children and pregnant women only; Creek Co. residents. Eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or Sooner Care. Free extractions, fillings, cleanings; One Friday per month. Call for appointment and eligibility approval. Christian Medical Clinic of Grand Lake 501 E. 13th Street Grove, OK County: Delaware Claremore Rogers Co. Health Dept N. Highway 88 Claremore, OK County: Rogers EODDS Eastern OK Donated Dental Services Tulsa, OK County: 25 Counties in Eastern Oklahoma Nowata Family Health Center 317 E Delaware Nowata, OK County: Nowata Porter - Arkansas Verdigris Valley Health Cnt 622 S. Main Porter, OK County: Wagoner Residents in specific zip codes in Delaware county area. Adults aged without dental benefits; limited Medicare. Extractions and some restorative services. Call for qualification details and service availability. Children and pregnant women. Rogers County residents given priority. Income eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or SoonerCare. Free general dentistry two Fridays/month, by appt only. Complete restorative dental care available to eastern Oklahoma physically/mentally disabled or elderly (65+). Some special funding for dental prosthetics only (dentures or partial dentures) for low-income eastern Oklahoma adults. Long waiting list for complete restorative care; 2-6 mo. waiting list for dental prosthetics. For details, call or click on Eligibility tab on website. General Dentistry. Exams, cleanings, extractions, fillings only. Sliding fee scale for uninsured patients who qualify. Call for appointment, eligibility, and fees. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

8 Page 5 of 10 Pryor - Free Medical Clinic of Mayes Co. 118 N. Adair Pryor, OK County: Limited funding for free dental care for financially indigent residents of Mayes County. Proof of income and residency required. Sand Springs Lucille Page Dental Program 306 E Broadway Sand Springs, OK Sapulpa Creek Co. Health Dept S. Hickory Sapulpa, OK County: Creek Tulsa Blessed Mother Teresa Dental Center 2450 N. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, OK Tulsa Morton Health Center 1334 N. Lansing Ave Tulsa, OK Tulsa Morton Midtown Health Center 102 N. Denver, Ste. B Tulsa, OK Free general dentistry program for qualifying children under 18 who are enrolled in Sand Springs Public Schools. Call for details and qualifications. Children and pregnant women only (Creek Co. residents). Eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or SoonerCare. Free extractions, fillings, cleanings. Call for appointment and eligibility approval. A Ministry of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Tulsa. Located inside the Blessed Mother Teresa Health Center building. Free extractions, fillings, restorative care by volunteer dental professionals. Call for appointment and details. General Dentistry for ages 7 and up. Homeless Free Clinic (Extension of Morton Health Services) Client must be living in a shelter or rehab center (letter from facility required). Negative TB test, photo ID, and Social Security card required. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

9 Page 6 of 10 Tulsa Neighbor for Neighbor 505 East 36st Street North Tulsa, x 122 Free extractions, fillings, cleanings, restorative care by volunteer dental professionals. By appt only, Monday through Thursday. Call for appt and eligibility requirements. Tulsa Co. Health Dept. (Central Regional) 315 S Utica Rm 140 Tulsa, OK Tulsa Community College Hygiene School 909 S Boston Ave, Rm MP458 Tulsa, OK Children 4-18 yrs (Tulsa County residents only). Uninsured or underinsured; Sliding fee scale. Call during clinic hours to set appointment. Clinic hours: M, W, F 8am-4:30pm. Cleaning - $5 (includes fluoride treatment & nutritional advice) Sealants and x-rays with doctor's prescription Services available Sept. thru April Advance screening appointment required Call for screenings beginning Aug. 1st Region: Northwest Elk City Hope Dental Clinic 609 West Avenue E Elk City, OK County: Guymon Texas Co. Health Dept East St Guymon, OK County: Texas Weatherford Western Technology Center 2605 E. Main St. Weatherford, OK County: Custer Located in the new Community Care Center A service of Western Oklahoma Family Care Center Basic dental care for the uninsured Call for details and appointment Ages 2 ½ yrs-21 yrs and pregnant women Eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or SoonerCare. Free extractions, fillings, and cleanings. Two Fridays per month (call for schedule). OU/Western Tech. Center Dental Hygiene Clinic: Advance screening required (Free of charge, call for appt.) Cleaning costs: Adult - $15; Child - $10 This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

10 Page 7 of 10 Woodward Co. Health Dept Texas Woodward, OK County: Woodward Ages 2 ½ yrs-18 yrs and pregnant women Eligibility: 185% of poverty; no insurance or SoonerCare. Free extractions, fillings, and cleanings. Second Friday of each month. Woodward County priority, but others taken if space. Region: Southeast Ardmore Good Shepherd Dental Clinic 20 12th Avenue NW Ardmore, OK County: Love, Carter, Marshall, Murray, Johns Ardmore Southern Okla. Tech. Center 2610 Sam Noble Pkwy Ardmore, OK County: Carter Atoka Caring Hands Atoka, OK County: Atoka Battiest Kiamichi Family Medical Center P.O. Box 180 Battiest, OK County: McCurtain Coalgate Caring Hands Coalgate, OK County: Coal Extractions only. Pre-Application required: Call for application dates. Eligibility: 130% poverty level; no insurance or SoonerCare. OU/SOTC Dental Hygiene Clinic: Advance screening required (Free of charge, call for appt.) Cleaning costs: Adult - $20; Child - $10; Scaling - $15/quad. Free and sliding fee scale services for qualified patients. ODF Mobile Dental Care Unit Site Partner. Children only. Call for eligibility and appointment. General Dentistry. ODF Mobile Dental Care Unit Site Partner. Children only. Call for eligibility and appointment. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

11 Page 8 of 10 Hartshorne Caring Hands 511 Lehigh Hartshorne, OK County: Pittsburg ODF Mobile Dental Care Unit Site Partner. Children only. Call for eligibility and appointment. Konawa Central OK Family Medical Ctr 527 W. 3rd Street Konawa, OK County: Seminole McAlester Caring Hands Healthcare Center 1558 S. Main McAlester, OK County: Pittsburg McAlester Mercy Health Clinic 1000 E. College Ave. McAlester, OK County: Pittsburg Pushmataha Family Medical Center 109 Stanley Road Clayton, OK County: Pushmataha PFMC Stigler Health & Wellness Center 1505 E. Main St., Ste. A Stigler, OK County: Haskell General Dentistry. ODF Mobile Dental Care Unit Site Partner. Free dental care for children only. Call for eligibility and appointment. Located inside Pittsburg County Health Dept. building. Adults only; No insurance or SoonerCare. Free extractions only. Wednesdays only: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Must call between 1:00-4:00 that day for appointment. General Dentistry. General Dentistry and Dentures. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

12 Page 9 of 10 Tishomingo Family Health Center 610 E. 24th St. Tishomingo, OK County: Johnston General dentistry. Region: Southwest Ft. Cobb - Variety Care 307 Main St. Ft. Cobb, OK County: Caddo Lawton Calvary Baptist Church Dental Clinic 709 S.W. "H" Ave. Lawton, OK County: Comanche General dentistry, dentures, partials. Free extractions only. 2nd Thursday of each month; first-come, first-served. Signup begins at 10AM on clinic days at which time a number and time is assigned for the afternoon. Bring list of medications to clinic. Call for more details ext. 2 Region: Statewide D-DENT (Statewide) Oklahoma City, OK County: Serving All Counties in Oklahoma Free dental care to non-insured, low-income patients over age 60 and adults with developmental disabilities throughout the state. Limited special funding available for non-insured, low-income adults under 60. General dentistry, specializing in dentures/partials; waiting list. This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.

13 Page 10 of 10 MobileSmiles Oklahoma 317 NE 13th Oklahoma City, OK A partnership program of Oklahoma Dental Foundation and Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation. The MobileSmiles Oklahoma dental vans visit sites throughout the state, state seeing those without dental insurance, low-income, lacking in ability to get to a dentist, and underserved regions. VOLUNTEERS: Call or visit the website for a list of scheduled site visits and to volunteer. PATIENTS: You cannot make an appointment with the MobileSmiles Unit. Site schedules are determined by the local site partner. To become a site partner and bring the mobile dental unit to your community, call for details. OASIS "Oklahoma Areawide Service Information System" Statewide referral services for any kind of help needed. Operated by OU Health Sciences Center. Cost: N/A County: Statewide Listings Patients with Special Needs - Dentist Listing County: Statewide Listings SoonerCare - Apply Online Oklahoma Health Care Authority County: Serving All Counties in Oklahoma SoonerCare Dental Providers List This webpage contains a list of dentists who have indicated interest in being potential providers for very young children and/or children with special health care needs. SoonerCare, Oklahoma's Medicaid program, provides health care to eligible children under the age of 19, adults with children under the age of 18, pregnant women and people who are older than 65 or have blindness or another disability. Call or go online to apply or learn more. Already have Soonercare benefits? For a PDF directory of all Oklahoma dentists who accept SoonerCare payment, click on the link below. Cost: N/A Cost: N/A Cost: N/A County: Statewide Listings This directory is a service of the of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization. Copyright 2013 of Oklahoma. Revised 4/1/2013.