United Wayof Roanoke Valley

WHERE CAN I GET CARE FOR MY TEETH?INFORMATION FOR ADULTS, SENIORS AND KIDS

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Medicaid: A state and federal program that provides health coverage for low-income Virginians who meet other eligibility criteria. There is no enrollment fee or monthly premium for Medicaid. Covers comprehensive services for children. Covers emergency dental ser-vices only for adults.

Medicare: A federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain younger people with dis-abilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease. Medicare does not cover most dental care.

FAMIS: FAMIS is Virginia's health insurance program for low-income children and pregnant women. It covers services including dental care, doctor and hospital visits, well baby checkups, vaccinations, prescrip-tion medications, and more. No enrollment costs or monthly premiums. Covers comprehensive services for children and pregnant women.

Free clinics: Safety-net health care organizations that use both staff and volunteers to provide medical, dental, pharmacy, vision and/or behavioral health services to uninsured/underinsured and low-income individuals for free or at a nominal cost.

TAP Dental Health Initiative: The Dental Health Initiative (DHI) was created to help those who need dentistry work done and cannot afford to pay the costs up front and out of pocket. They provide loans and work with clients to set up a payment plan they can afford. Must be 18 or older and provide proof of income. (540) 283-4911

Sliding Fee Scales: A sliding scale fee is a variable price based on a patient’s ability to pay. Discounts are based on family size and annual income.

RESOURCESDonated Dental Services: DDS provides comprehensive dental care free of charge to eligible low-income se-niors and adults with disabilities. www.vdaf.org

Mission of Mercy: The MOM program operates mobile clinics in underserved areas to provide preventive, restorative, and surgical dental care. www.vdaf.org

Remote Area Medical: RAM operates mobile medical clinics that deliver free vision, dental, and medical services to individuals and families who do not have access or cannot afford to visit a doctor. RAM has a yearly event in Wise, VA that serves thousands of local residents. www.ramusa.org/virginia

DENTAL CARE SAFETY NETDEFINITIONS

Anderson and Sheppard Pediatric Dentistry: Comprehensive services for infants, children, and teens. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid (depending on age). ZIP 24018. (540) 989-3639.

Affordable Dentures (Bedford): Services include dentures, par-tials, implants, X-rays, and extractions. Accepts cash, credit cards, or financing through CareCredit. (540) 298-6653.

Bedford Community Dental Center (Johnson Health Center): Comprehensive services offered, all ages. Accepts Medicaid and other insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale for those who are uninsured or underinsured. ZIP 24523. (540) 425-7914.

Bradley Free Clinic: Free services for the low-income work-ing uninsured and the temporarily unemployed. Provides emergency extractions and restorative care. Limited hours (evening hours available). Eligibility appointment required. ZIP 24016. (540) 344-5156.

Carilion Pediatric Clinic: Comprehensive dental care for unin-sured and underinsured children and for children with medi-cal, physical or developmental disabilities. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid.10% discount at time of service for self-pay patients. ZIP 24012. (540) 224-4318.

Carilion Rehab & Special Needs Dental Clinic: For patients with medical, physical, and developmental disabilities. Referral required. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid. ZIP 24014. (540) 981-7128.

Child Health Investment Partnership (CHIP) of Roanoke Valley: Early childhood home visiting program (low-income chil-dren, ages birth to kindergarten), including fluoride varnish provided in the home. ZIP 24016. (540) 857-6993 x114.

Commonwealth Dental Clinic: General dentistry, emergency exams, X-rays, and extractions (and low-cost dentures). Accepts Medicaid and offers reduced-fee care. ZIP 24016. (540) 685-0028.

Community Health Center of the New River Valley: Comprehen-sive services offered, all ages. Accepts Medicaid and other insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale for those who are uninsured or underinsured. Locations in Montgomery (24073; (540) 381-0820), Giles (24134; (540) 921-3502), and Radford/Pulaski (24084; (540) 585-1310).

Craig County Dental Center: Comprehensive services offered, all ages. Accepts Medicaid and other insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale for those who are uninsured or underinsured. ZIP 24127. (540) 864-5556.

PROVIDERS

DID YOU KNOW?You know brushing and flossing are good for you, but do you know the habits that damage your teeth?Sugary drinks: The sugar in drinks like soda, fruit juices, and sports drinks latches onto your teeth. Normal bacteria in your mouth eats away at the sugar (which is good), but it eventually begins to produce acid. That acid eats away some of the enamel on your teeth, making them thinner and weaker, and increasing the chances of developing cavities. Sugary drinks are one of the most com-mon dietary causes of tooth decay.

Diet sodas, 100-percent fruit juices, and other sugar-free drinks: The acids in these drinks are harmful to your teeth. They can cause the same amount of dental erosion as regular sodas. In fact, the acid in lemon and lime juices is almost as corro-sive as battery acid!

Chewing on ice cubes: It seems harmless, but ice cubes can be detrimental to your oral health. They are too hard for your teeth to handle (especially if you’re eating them regularly). Instead, try something else crunchy, like carrots or celery sticks.

Giving babies a bottle in bed: Leaving bottles in the crib (unless it contains only water) can wreak havoc on children’s teeth. Sipping on juice, milk, or formula will cover their teeth in sugar, which turns into plaque and spends the night attaching itself to enamel. It is always best to leave bottles out of the crib!

G. Wayne Fralin Free Clinic for the Homeless: Free services for the homeless, unemployed, and uninsured. Extrac-tions, fillings, and general dentistry. Limited hours. ZIP 24013. (540) 777-7671.

Kool Smiles: Comprehensive pediatric services offered, including orthodontics and oral surgery. Accepts most insurance plans, including Medicaid, Tricare, and Smiles for Children. Some Saturday appointments available. ZIP 24012. (540) 613-8384.

Love Family Dentistry: Comprehensive services offered, all ages. Offers sedation. Accepts Medicaid, CareCredit, and self-pay. Closed Fridays. ZIP 24018. (540) 904-2300.

New Horizons Healthcare: Comprehensive services offered. Accepts Medicaid and other insurance plans and of-fers a sliding fee scale for those who are uninsured or underinsured. Limited Saturday hours. ZIP 24017 and 24013. (540) 362-0360 (NW) or (540) 512-7510 (SE).

Pediatric Dental Care of Virginia: Comprehensive pediatric services offered. Se Habla Español. ZIP 24018. (540) 904-2700.

Roanoke Dental Care: Comprehensive services offered. Accepts CareCredit, Lending Club, most PPO insurance providers, and offers the option of monthly payments. ZIP 24018. (540) 685-0105.

Skinner Family Dentistry: $235 annual membership plan. Services included: cleanings, exams, X-rays, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatment. Discounts on: fillings, extractions, crowns, bridges, implants, partials, dentures, and cosmetic care. ZIP 24012. (540) 344-6688.

Valley Family Dentistry: Comprehensive services offered, all ages. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid. ZIP 24016. (540) 343-5521.

Virginia Western Community College: Provides dental hygiene care (by dental hygiene students). Does not provide ex-ams or restorative needs (fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, partials, and dentures are NOT provided at the Dental Hygiene Clinic). Free for anyone seeking preventive oral health services. ZIP 24015. Hours vary: call (540) 857-7221.

Young C. Park, DDS: Comprehensive services offered. Ac-cepts private insurance and Medicaid. ZIP 24012. (540) 563-9398.

Zipcode indicates location of services.

Please call provider for eligibility information.

DENTAL CARE SAFETY NET PROVIDERS

WHEN T0 GO TO THE ER:• Bleeding that will not stop

• A permanent tooth that has been knocked out or severely cracked

• Injured jaw

• Severe toothache

• Signs of infection or abscess, such as a fever or severe pain

WHEN NOT TO GO TO THE ER:• Lost filling, crown, or bridge

• Chipped or cracked tooth (unless the tooth is causing you severe pain)

• Broken or damaged retainer or night guard

• Dull toothache

If you have insurance and want to know more about what your plan covers, call the number on the back of your card.

STAR CITY SMILES325 Campbell Avenue, SW

Roanoke, VA 24016Tel: 540-777-4200Fax: 540-344-4304

www.uwrv.org

United Wayof Roanoke Valley

WHEN DO I GO TO THE ER?

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?We are working to make oral health care more affordable and accessible for all of our neighbors in the Roanoke Valley. If you are interested in learning

more or getting involved, please email us at hrvadmin@uwrv.org.

In order to take good care of your teeth, it’s important to know which problems might require emergency dental care. If you think you have an emergency, call your dentist’s office first; they might be able to schedule an appointment for you quickly so that you can avoid an unnecessary and expensive trip to the emergency room.