The dental clinic located at 1401 Rockville Pike is one of several dental service locations operated by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This clinic is specifically designed to address the critical need for affordable and accessible
dental care among low-income, uninsured, and underinsured residents of Montgomery County, Maryland.
The services offered are comprehensive, encompassing general dental care, preventive treatments, restorative procedures, limited oral surgery, and emergency dental services. This includes routine check-ups, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants,
fillings, extractions, root canals, and urgent care for dental emergencies. The clinic also plays a vital role in patient and caregiver education, promoting healthy dental behaviors within the community.
As a public health initiative, the Montgomery County
DHHS dental Services program aims to prevent oral disease and trauma and improve overall
oral health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Eligibility for services is generally based on income, with residents whose family income is no greater than 250% of federal poverty guidelines being the primary target. Specific programs like Maternity Partnership for pregnant women and Care for Kids for children are also prerequisites for receiving dental treatment through these services.
The clinic operates from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at its 1401 Rockville Pike location. While it provides a wide range of services in-house, for highly specialized dental care, patients may be referred to alternative dental resources. The Montgomery County DHHS Dental Services are a crucial component of the county's public health infrastructure, committed to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent residents from receiving necessary dental care.
