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DENTAL HELP IN NORTH CAROLINA

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Safety Net Dental Clinics in North Carolina

Across North Carolina, there now are more than 75 dental clinics dedicated to serving low-income patients who have limited access to dental care. This number is close to three times the number of facilities that existed in the early 1990s. Typically, these clinics are operated by local public health departments, community health centers, or other non-profit organizations. Most of these clinics accept patients enrolled in Medicaid or Health Choice. Many of these clinics also provide services on a sliding-fee scale to low-income patients who have no dental insurance. These Safety Net Dental Clinics are located in most counties in the state. If there is not a local Safety Net Dental Clinic in your area, contact your county health department for information on available resources. Also, the North Carolina Community Health Center Association (NCCHCA) maintains a list of community health centers operating in North Carolina. Contact the community health center nearest you to find out if they provide dental care.

The information provided above is from :

http://www.communityhealth.dhhs.state.nc.us/dental/safety_net_clinics.htm

 

 

Here is a list of Medicaid dentists and dental specialists in North Carolina :

 http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dma/dental/dentalprov.htm

 

Please check additional information in the comments section , found by Emil !

 

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jjj5009   in reply to kathryn28694
call the st. mary dental clinic in wilmington, nc
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help28625
I am attempting to find an income base or sliding scale dental clinic in the Statesville Nc,. area or surrounding I know that the health department here In Irredelll county helps children and a limited number of adults I've attempted to phone for three months straight to be told to call back on the first of next month they are currently not taking new adult patients if any one knows of any where else please help..
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kathryn28694
Hello I am looking for assistance for young man that has serious dental issues - no insurance - no money - in NORTH CAROLINA. If you know of free services or sliding scale services, please post asap. Willing to drive whatever distance to get care. Thanks.
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Lconklin9906   in reply to BaddCatt
Nice to meet you too!. :)
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BaddCatt   in reply to Lconklin9906
Same as you trying to "deal" and help others as I'm able.

Nice to meet you.
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Lconklin9906   in reply to BaddCatt
Hi!! I'm doing good...a few issues to deal with but good haha! How are you?
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BaddCatt   in reply to Lconklin9906
Hey!!!
I was beginning to wonder if there was anyone else on Aidpage from TN. How are you, neighbor?
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Lconklin9906   in reply to justmenc1
You're most welcome. :)
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justmenc1   in reply to Lconklin9906
Ok thank you
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Lconklin9906   in reply to justmenc1
I know in TN we have a Community Action and a Health Department that should be able to steer you to some type of free help to get your teeth taken care of, if you call the Community Action in your area they should be able to provide some of the information for you.
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justmenc1
Im in the hickory nc area i have alot of missing teeth and Constantly in pain i really dont know who to turn to i bairly make ends meet as it is and cant afford dental care is there anyone who can help?
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Xmarinaxmanicx   in reply to mama2wise
I'm scared to go through a dental school cause I don't want it to hurt any more than it needs to, plus they don't even know what they're doing. The health dept here doesn't do teeth or know of anyone to send me to even. If I could even just get an X-ray so I know if I need them pulled or not, it would be a lot of
Help.
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mama2wise   in reply to Xmarinaxmanicx
Hey in your area the health dept' if it causing gum disease or pain.. Call them.. I know for sure you can google DENTAL SCHOOL in your area,, and call them ask for a sliding fee scale price according to your income and thats a option..worked fo me before,, try it
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Xmarinaxmanicx
I'm in the outer banks. I need wisdom teeth pulled. Email me at rockgrlemo@yahoo.com if you can or if you know of someone who can do these cheap
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RaleighDentist
There are a lot of comments here from people who need discounted dental services. If you are in Raleigh, NC (or are willing to drive) we have a new Discount Dental Program available: http://www.glenwoodsmiles...
Check it out and give us a call with any questions. We're happy to help!
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RaleighDentist   in reply to Jellebeens
We aren't in Wilmington (our office is in downtown Raleigh) but we have flexible payment plans as well as a discount dental plan available: http://www.glenwoodsmiles...
Hope that is helpful!
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sheila73
I am looking for somebody that can help or knows anyone who can help my son he is suffering with two or more abscessed teeth they are completely rotted out he has only black holes in his gum where they used to be his face is swollen and he's in excruciating pain he is 23 and can't get Medicaid he has no income and is looking for wrk he needs these teeth cut out and we can't even afford to pay our bills I work at a assisted living center making 7.50 HR. I feel helpless I don't know where to turn for help .I know people who have died due to abscessed teeth I'm scared please help me.
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Jellebeens   in reply to wilmingtontito
I am in the exact same situation... I am 54 years old, female, and live in Greensboro and DESPERATELY want to be able to smile again!!! any help is greatly greatly appreciated! thank you!
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wilmingtontito
I have been struggling with my teeth since I was young. I've had malpractice performed in my mouth @ the age of 16. Due to that I've had major orthodontal work that consisted of the removal of most of my tooths and teeth. Through the times, I've had to struggle to maintain the ones I have left. Most plans that I've had had didnt even come close to just getting a clean up and/or removal of those that end up turning bad. I got pieces of teeth in my gums and those that remain are starting to break and deteriorate. I've grew a phobia to dentists but I know that I have to overcome it if I want to remain healthy through my life. I'm now 39 years of age and I cant remember when was the last time I had a great smile and actually chewed food without problems. I worry about my health now because I know that it can lead to serious health problems @ my age. If you or anyone has any information on how I can get any help, PLEASE let me know. My present job doent provide any insurance and I cant afford to get one on my own. I'm a 39 year old male that resides in Wilmington, NC.
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Alley cat
I have two front teeth that need to be pulled and bridge work done but dont have dental insurance can someone recommend me a dentist that can help me asap live in greenville nc
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