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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
Department of Health Dental Clinic in New Port Richey
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Department of Health 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: 2018-2019
West Side Schedule Dates
| September 10 – 13 | Anclote Elementary |
| September 17 – 20 | Gulf Trace Elementary |
| September 24 – 27 | Cypress Elementary |
| October 1 – 4 | Calusa Elementary |
| October 8 – 11 | Chasco Elementary |
| October 16 – 18 | Chasco Middle School |
| October 22 – 25 | Sunray Elementary |
| October 29 – 1 | Cotee River Elementary |
| November 5 – 8 | Richey Elementary |
| November 12 – 15 | Cox Elementary |
| November 26 – 29 | Mary Giella Elementary |
| December 10 – 13 | Hudson Elementary |
| December 17 – 20 | Gulf Middle School |
| January 8 – 10 | Bayonet Point Middle School |
| January 14 – 17 | Schrader Elementary |
| January 21 – 24 | Fox Hollow Elementary |
| January 28 – 31 | Mittye P. Locke Elementary |
| February 4 – 7 | Moon Lake Elementary |
| February 11 – 14 | Gulf Highlands Elementary |
| February 19 – 21 | Marlowe Elementary |
| February 25 – 28 | Seven Springs Elementary |
| March 4 – 7 | Shady Hills Elementary |
| March 11 – 14 | NW Elementary |
| March 26 – 28 | Hudson Middle School |
East Side Schedule Dates
| April 1 – 4 | Pasco Elementary |
| April 8 – 11 | Chester Taylor Elementary |
| April 15 – 18 | Woodland Elementary |
| April 22 – 25 | Centennial Elementary |
| April 29 – May 2 | West Zephyrhills Elementary |
| May 6 – 9 | San Antonio Elementary |
| May 13 – 16 | Quail Hollow Elementary |
| May 20 – 23 | Lacoochee 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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