Free Dental Services Provided to Over 2,800 Uninsured

Posted in Dental Insurance , Health Insurance

October 13th, 2009

One of the nation’s largest dental insurers has provided more than $400,000 in free dental services since the beginning of the year. In order to help those without health/dental insurance coverage, United Concordia Dental began giving out free dental care in January 2009 and has helped over 2,800 people to date.

A representative from Condordia Dental noted that they are committed to enhancing the communities they serve. The communities are able to take advantage of the free clinics include: Harrisburg and Gettysburg, PA; Phoenix, AR; Columbus, GA; Arlington, TX; and San Dimas, CA.

As a part of the free clinic, volunteer dentists and hygienists offer free cleanings and x-rays to patients. They also offer fillings and fluoride treatments free of charge. And patients are educated about good oral hygiene, as well as ways to properly brush and floss. If needed, some patients are also referred to follow-up care.

Since October is National Oral Hygiene Month, United Concordia will be partnering with Mission of Mercy and its parent company Highmark Inc., which are headquartered in Frederick, MD and Pittsburgh respectively to hold a number of clinics in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

During the clinics, more than 400 free fillings and extractions will be offered to the uninsured. United Concordia will fund the services through a gift of $7,500.

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