Free Dental Exams Available for Uninsured Children

Published: July 25, 2015 By: Mary Perren, WKVI

Children without dental insurance can get a free back-to-school checkup at the Indiana University Health LaPorte Dental Center. Appointments are required. During the screening, a dentist will do a visual exam and create a dental map of the child’s teeth and diagnose any problems or decay. Referrals will be given for follow-up care as needed.

Exams are available Aug. 4th, 5th, 7th and 8th from 8 until 10 a.m. and on Thursday, Aug. 6th and 13th from 4 until 6 p.m. Call 219-326-1943 to schedule an appointment.

The program is made possible with funding from the LaPorte Hospital Foundation Dental Fund. The IU Health LaPorte Dental Center provides quality care to children and adults with low incomes and no dental insurance. The clinic also accepts Medicaid patients.

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.

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