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Updated December, 2006 [ top ] Each year thousands of persons with disabilities and their families have a need for dental services in Northern Virginia. Some of the clinics listed serve special populations. Some are accessible to those who live with mobility impairments, have language interpreters, and are accessible to persons with hearing impairments. Referral services are listed to assist persons to locate providers. We hope that you will find this information helpful. [ top ] The following are terms used in dentistry: Crown: material used to cover damaged teeth. [ top ] Adult clinics are those that treat patients beginning at ages 18 or 19. Some clinics treat senior citizens as well. Arlington County Dental Clinic It accepts low-income patients ages 3-18, and 60 and over. It has an accessible entrance and Spanish interpreters. Patients ages 18-60 must phone Purcell Carr for an interview and referral. It provides most services with the exception of orthodontia and cosmetic work. Cost is on a sliding scale basis, accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Northern Virginia Dental Clinic This clinic only sees patients referred by an agency. It accepts private insurance only. It does not do crowns, bridges or cosmetic work. It has an accessible entrance and a Spanish interpreter. Fees are determined by the work needed. Northern Virginia Community College This clinic uses college students to perform cleanings, exams, X-rays and periodontal work to train as dental hygienists. There is a waiting list. Metered parking is available so is an accessible entrance and a Spanish interpreter. Patient will pay the cost of supplies. Northern Virginia Family Services This agency will set up an appointment with an outside dentist who will perform dental work. They do not offer emergency services. This is a low cost service for persons who meet income guidelines. Contact Jenny Rodriguez. [ top ] 4) Dental Clinics for Children Alexandria County Health Department This free clinic is for Alexandria residents only. Most dental services are offered except Orthodontia. It has an accessible entrance and Spanish interpreters. Cost of services is free to Alexandria residents and based on income for all other persons. Arlington County Dental Clinic This clinic provides most dental services, except severe oral surgery. There is a Spanish interpreter and accessible entrance. Fees are on a sliding scale, and services are for Arlington residents, only. Mount Vernon Office This clinic is for children up to age 18. It offers all dental services except orthodontia. They must be screened by a Family Assistance Worker and current eligibility must be in the files. There is an accessible entrance, and a Spanish interpreter. The cost is based on eligibility requirements and Medicaid is accepted. Northern Virginia Family Services [ top ] Alexandria City Health Department This clinic is only for Alexandria residents. It performs emergency extractions. In severe cases patients are sent to Howard University College of Dentistry (address below). It has an accessible entrance, and Spanish interpreter. Cost is free to very low-income persons, Medicaid accepted, sliding scale for those above income. Adults, emergencies only. Howard University College of Dentistry This clinic uses students who are under supervision. It performs all services. Cost is full fee for Alexandria residents. [ top ] Natadia Adinader This dentist provides full services, except orthodontia. Office has an accessible entrance and Spanish interpreter. Costs are based on the types of services provided. Fairfax Dental Care This office has an accessible entrance and a Spanish interpreter. Fees are based on the types of services provided. Some private insurance plans are accepted. Neal F. Hoyson, DMD Dr. Hoyson specializes in pain free dentistry. Free parking with accessible entrance. [ top ] Whitman Walker Clinic This clinic provides full service dental care to those who are under-insured and are diagnosed with HIV and AIDS. It has an accessible entrance and a Spanish interpreter. Cost is free. Appointments are necessary. [ top ] Dental Referral services are services that refer patients to clinics. They ask questions such as type of insurance, patient's age, treatment needed, and location preferred. Bailey's Health Center This clinic provides dental referral services to low income families in Northern VA. It has an accessible entrance and Spanish Interpreter. This clinic provides free service. Hispanic Committee of Virginia This agency provides dental referral services to low income families in Northern VA. This clinic's services are free. Open Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. North County Health Center This clinic provides dental referral services to low income families in Northern VA. It has an accessible entrance and Spanish interpreter. This clinic's services are free to eligible families in Northern VA. Open Monday and Tuesday, 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. South County Health Center This clinic provides free dental referral services to low-income families in Northern VA. It has an accessible entrance and Spanish interpreter. United Community Ministries This agency provides referrals to affordable dentists to low and moderate-income persons. A meeting with a worker, (bring proof of income and address), is required. Serves only Mount Vernon residents. [ top ] |
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