Appointments Still Available For Free Dental Exams For Qualifying Children.

La Porte, Indiana – The Indiana University Health La Porte Dental Center is offering free dental exams to children with no dental insurance.  The exam is offered by appointment only at the following times:

August 4th from 8-10 a.m
August 5th from 8-10 a.m.
August 6th from 4-6 p.m.
August 7th from 8-10 a.m.
August 8th from 8 to 10 a.m.
August 13th from 4-6 p.m.

The exam meets area school requirements.  During the exam, Dr. Robert Grace or Dr. Manogna Katakam will do a visual exam and create a dental map of the child’s teeth and diagnose any decay or problems.  Children who need follow-up care may be referred for follow-up appointments at the IU Health La Porte Dental Center or to a community dentist who can meet their needs.  All children also will receive a free bag of dental-related gifts for participating.  The La Porte Hospital Foundation is providing funding.  To make an appointment, please call 219-326-1943.

The IU Health La Porte Dental Center provides quality dental care to children and adults with low income and no dental insurance, focusing on educating children on prevention.  The dental clinic accepts Medicaid patents.  The center operated through the support of IU Health La Porte Hospital, grants through the Indiana State Department of Health and the La Porte Hospital Foundation.

#####
The Mission of Indiana University La Porte Hospital is to improve the health of our patients and communities.