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Oral Health
Utah Department of Health, Oral Health Program
The Utah Oral Health Program promotes oral health education and prevention, increases community awareness of the oral health needs in the state, and improves access to oral health care services.
Phone Number: 801 538-9177
Steven J. Steed, D.D.S
State Dental Director
Gail Rapp
Oral Health Program Manager
Pregnancy and Your Teeth
Something as simple as a thorough teeth cleaning may reduce premature birth rates!
According to a University of Alabama study, gum disease can cause babies to be born too soon and too small. Babies born too early are at a significant risk of developing serious and lasting health problems. Baby Your Baby recommends that all pregnant women should get their teeth cleaned during the second trimester of their pregnancy. Alabama's study shows that getting teeth cleaned during the second trimester of pregnancy can make a difference in healthy births and pregnancies. One of the theories is that the bacteria associated with gum disease produces a hormone that is thought to begin contractions.
To take advantage of this new information and in order to help all pregnant women, Baby Your Baby recommends the following:
- Pregnant women and women planning to become pregnant should have a dental check-up. This should include an evaluation of the gums.
- Patients should receive education on how to keep their mouths healthy. They should learn about how gum infection can affect their pregnancy.
- Dentists and physicians should coordinate care especially when gum disease is diagnosed
- Physicians should make referrals for dental care during pregnancy.
- Treatment of gum disease, which includes a thorough teeth cleaning, may be most effective between 22 to 26 weeks of pregnancy.
Is it OK to go to the dentist when I'm pregnant?
Yes, it is safe and healthy for a pregnant woman to have a dental check-up. The second trimester may be the best time to go to the dentist. Be sure to tell the dentist that you are pregnant and they will take all the necessary precautions for you and your baby. It is a myth that a woman loses a tooth with every pregnancy. Your baby doesn't take the calcium from your teeth. A different diet, extensive morning sickness, or a lack of home care or professional treatment during pregnancy may all lead to more cavities while you are pregnant. Therefore, it's important to be especially thorough in your daily home care. This is also something to discuss with your dental health care professional.
Resources for Oral Health Care Services (Clinics/Providers)
Bear River Health Department (435) 792-6500
Cache County
Cache Valley Community Health Clinic
(435) 752-7060
272 1/2 North Main, Logan
Low-income uninsured (open only on Tuesday and Thursday evenings)
Rich County
Bear Lake Community Health Center Dental Clinic
(435) 946-3660
325 W. Logan Highway, #3, Garden City
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
Central Utah Public Health Department (435) 896-5451
Davis CountyHealth Department (801) 451-3340
Davis County
Family Dental Plan
(801) 546-2263
360 South Fort Lane, Suite 3A, Layton
Medicaid, PCN, and CHIP
Salt Lake Valley Health Department (801) 468-2700
Salt Lake County
Central City Community Health Center Dental Clinic
(801) 325-9538
461 South 400 East, Salt Lake City
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
Family Dental Plan at Ellis Shipp
(801) 969-8243
4535 South 5600 West, West Valley City
Medicaid, PCN, and CHIP
Family Dental Plan
(801) 468-0342
3195 South Main, 2nd floor, Salt Lake City
Medicaid, PCN, and CHIP
Primary Children's Medical Center Dental Clinic
(801) 588-3614
100 North Medical Drive, suite 3550, Salt Lake City
Medicaid insured or uninsured - limited to children under fourteen years of age with special needs or disabilities with extensive dental treatment needs. Low income uninsured children may apply for Primary Services which will cover their dental services. Contact Ellen Bennion at (801) 588-3622
Salt Lake Community College Dental Hygiene Program
(801) 957-2710
Jordan Campus, 3491 W. Wights Fort Road (90th South), Salt Lake City
Preventive services for adults and children.
Medicaid reduced fee schedule
vSalt Lake Donated Dental Services
(801) 983-0345
415 West 400 South, Salt Lake City
At or below 100% of poverty and Medicaid
Stephan D. Ratcliff Community Health Center Dental Clinic
(801) 328-5756
1365 West 1000 North, Salt Lake City
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
University Health Care Dental Clinic
(801) 581-2220
50 North Medical Drive, Clinic 7, Salt Lake City
Medicaid, PCN, and CHIP (adults with disabilities)
For patients without insurance, 10% discount for cash or credit card and is collected at the appointment
University Health Care Dental Clinic at Greenwood Health Center
(801) 213-9530
7495 South State, Midvale
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Value Care
Children and adults. 30% discount for cash, 25% discount for credit card payment for patients without dental insurance
Southeastern Health Department (435) 637-3671
Emery County
Green River Medical Center
(435) 564-3434
305 West Main Street, Green River
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, low-income uninsured below 200% of poverty
San Juan County
Montezuma Creek Community Health Dental Clinic
(435) 651-3291
East Highway 262, Montezuma Creek
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
Monument Valley Health Clinic
(435) 727-3242
4 Rockdoor Canyon Road, Monument Valley
Medicaid, CHIP, Navajo Nation Insurance, Delta Dental, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Mail Handlers sliding fee scale for uninsured Utah residents
Southwest Utah Public Health Department (435) 673-3528
Washington County
Family Dental Plan
(435) 652-3806
321 North Mall Drive, Suite M 101, St. George
Medicaid, PCN and CHIP
Dixie College Dental Hygiene Program
(435) 652-7874
Jennings Technology Bldg., 225 South 700 East, Rm 107, St. George
Preventive services for adults and children. Medicaid, reduced fee schedule
Southwest Utah Community Health Center Dental Clinic
(435) 986-2565
168 North 100 East, St. George
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
The Doctors' Free Clinic of St. George
(435) 656-0022
1036 E. Riverside Drive, St. George
Patients below 150% of federal poverty level and without dental insurance
Summit County Public Health Department (435) 336-3222
Tooele County Health Department (435) 843-2300
Tooele County
Tooele Healthy Smiles Dental Clinic
(435) 843-2309
394 South Main, Tooele
Medicaid, PCN, sliding fee scale for low-income uninsured
Tri-County Health Department (435) 781-5475
Uintah County
Fort Duchesne Indian Health Center Dental Clinic
(435) 725-6813
6822 East 1000 South, Fort Duchesne
Enrolled members of a Federally recognized Indian tribe or show decency
Tri-County Dental Clinic
(435) 781-0875
198 West 200 North, Vernal
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, low-income uninsured below 200% of poverty
Utah County Health Department (801) 851-7000
Utah County
Community Health Connect
(801) 818-3015
250 West Center Street, Suite 112, Provo
Low-income uninsured adults and children
Intermountain Dental Health Clinics
(801) 224-7182
1256 South State Street, Suite 103, Orem
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, Dental Select Gold, sliding fee scale
Mall Dental Group
(801) 426-6255
575 E. University Park Way, I-163, Orem
Medicaid to 18 years of age, PCN, and CHIP
Mountainlands Community Health Center Dental Clinic
(801) 374-9660
215 West 100 North, Provo
Medicaid, PCN, CHIP, sliding fee scale
Utah Valley State College Dental Hygiene Program
(801) 863-7536
800 West University Park Way, Orem
Preventive services for adults and children. $10.00 fee
Wasatch County Health Department (435) 654-2700
Wasatch County
Wasatch Family Dental Clinic
(435) 654-2700
55 South 500 East, Heber City
Medicaid, PCN and Medicaid rate for low-income uninsured
Weber - Morgan Health Department (801) 399-7100
Weber County
Family Dental Plan
(801) 394-4495
298 24th Street, Suite 360, Ogden
Medicaid, PCN, and CHIP
Ogden Rescue Mission Dental Clinic
(801) 394-4161
2775 Wall Avenue, Ogden
Low income, uninsured (one afternoon a week)
Weber State University Dental Hygiene Program
(801) 626-6130
3920 University Circle, Ogden
Preventive services for adults and children
Medicaid, reduced fee schedule
United Way Dental Program for Disadvantaged Children
(801) 399-5584 ext 102
443 27th Street, Ogden
Dental services for needy children under eighteen years of age who are not eligible for other assistance
For up-to-date information call the 211 Info Bank's Utah Family Health Line
1-800-472-4716 or dial 211
Utah Oral Health Program
Utah Department of Health
PO Box 142001
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-2001
Program Phone: (801) 538-9177
Fax Number: (801) 538-9440
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