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Dental Oral Health Program for Children
Florida Department of Health in Pasco County
- 727-861-5250
- Pasco.Web@FLHealth.gov
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Mailing Address
10841 Little Road
New Port Richey, FL
34654
Children's Dental Clinic in New Port Richey
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Children's Dental Clinic at Cox Elementary
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Appointments can be made directly with the receptionist at each facility or by phone.
Available Services:
- Exams
- X-rays
- Cleanings
- Fillings
- Sealants
- Fluoride varnish
- Simple extractions (at doctor's discretion)
Eligibility:
- Children ages 0 through 20 receiving Medicaid with Dentaquest, Liberty and MCNA dental plans. KidCare/Healthy Kids Program with Dentaquest and Argus are eligible for our dental services.
- Healthcare Connection client with appropriate Dental Referral from Physician or Case Manager.
- Medicaid and KidCare/Healthy Kids will pay for dental services for your children.
Mobile Dental Bus “Smile Care A Van”
We are partnering with Pasco County School Board to provide preventive dental services for students in Title 1 Schools in Pasco County. The dental bus will travel to selected schools each year providing dental assessments, sealants, fluoride varnish and education for the students.
Mobile Dental Bus Sealant Program: 2019-2020
| September 9 – 12 | Quail Hollow Elementary |
| September 16 – 19 | Centennial Elementary |
| September 23 – 26 | Chester Taylor Elementary & Lacoochee Head Start |
| September 30 – October 3 | West Zephyrhills Elementary |
| October 7 – 10 | Pasco Elementary |
| October 21 – 24 | Woodland Elementary |
| October 28 – 31 | San Antonio Elementary |
| November 4 – 7 | Anclote Elementary |
| November 11 – 14 | Gulf Trace Elementary |
| November 18 – 21 | Cypress Elementary |
| December 2 – 5 | Calusa Elementary |
| December 9 – 12 | Chasco Elementary |
| December 16 – 19 | Seven Springs Elementary |
| January 13 – 16 | Sunray Elementary |
| January 27 – 30 | Cotee River Elementary |
| February 3 – 6 | Richey Elementary |
| February 10 – 13 | Gulf Highlands Elementary |
| February 24 – 27 | Mary Giella Elementary |
| March 2 – 5 | Moon Lake Elementary |
| March 9 – 12 | Hudson Elementary |
| March 30 – April 2 | Marlowe Elementary |
| April 6 – 9 | Northwest Elementary |
| April 13 – 16 | Schrader Elementary |
| April 20 – 23 | Fox Hollow Elementary |
| April 27 – 30 | Mittye P. Locke Elementary |
| May 4 – 7 | Shady Hills Elementary |
| May 11 – 14 | Cox Elementary |
Documents Required for the Dental Bus
In order for your child to be seen on the dental bus, dental consent forms must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian. Check with your school for dental forms.
Sealant Brochure English (PDF 270 KB)
Sealant Brochure Spanish (PDF 269 KB)
Questions about the Dental Bus Program
Please call 727-619-0285 if you have questions.
Links:
American Dental Association
American Academy of Pediatric Dentists
American Dental Hygienists' Association
A sealant is a material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. The sealant acts as a barrier, protecting enamel from plaque and acids.
Fluoride varnish treatments (for children ages 0 to 20 years old) are provided twice a year to prevent cavities from forming on the smooth surfaces of the teeth.
Dental Services for Adults:
Premier Community Health Group
727-645-4185
Good Samaritan Health Clinic
727-848-7789
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