Henrico Health Department Dental Clinic
The Henrico Health Department Dental Clinic provides dental care for children
and adolescents. Children can be seen beginning
at age 2½. The Dental Clinic provides the following services:
Routine
preventive dental care- Examinations
- Cleanings
- X-Rays
- Fillings
- Stainless Crowns
- Extractions
- Pulpotomies
- Headstart Exams
- Fluoride Treatments
- Dental sealants for school age children
- Dental Education programs in the schools & day care centers
Location and Contact Information
Henrico Health Department Dental Clinic
2nd Floor
8600 Dixon Powers Drive
Henrico, Virginia 23228
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Call 501-4658
for appointment
Payment methods
Services are provided on a sliding scale fee schedule according to ability
to pay. Patients need to bring proof
of income. We will bill Virginia Medicaid/Medicaid HMO's, Medicare and
all Anthem HMO's for covered services. Cash and checks are accepted
but we do not accept credit cards.
Other Dental Care Resources
Other resources for dental care for low income children or adults in the
Richmond, Virginia are:
- Small Smiles - 804-266-5040. Small
Smiles sees children with Medicaid up to the age of 21.
- VCU/MCV Dental
School – 828-9190. Provides comprehensive and affordable
dental care for all ages groups.
Dental Care Information
American Dental Association
(ADA) Consumer Information
Tips
for Better Dental Health |
- Brush two times a day using toothpaste with fluoride.
- Floss at least once a day.
- Cut back on sugar. (sodas, juices & candy)
- Choose healthy snacks, (fruits, vegetables, and popcorn)
- Wear a mouth guard when playing sports.
- Visit your dentist every 6 months for a check-up and cleaning.
- Wipe your baby’s gums daily with a clean damp washcloth.
- Bring your child for a check-up 6 months after the first baby tooth
appears. It is good to start brushing at this time.
- Do not allow your infant to use the feeding bottle as a pacifier,
unless it contains only water.
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