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Restorative Dental Care Program
State
The Restorative Dental Care Program is offered by Dentists for the Disabled and Elderly in Need of Treatment (D-DENT). It helps low-income older adults, people with disabilities, and veterans in Oklahoma by connecting them with volunteer dentists who provide comprehensive dental care.
About this program
What is D-DENT’s Restorative Dental Care Program?
D-DENT’s Restorative Dental Care Program gives free dental care to low-income older adults, those with developmental disabilities (if over age 21), and veterans in Oklahoma. Once enrolled in the program, you are matched with a volunteer dentist in a private clinic, where you receive full dental care to improve your oral health.
The dentist will create a treatment plan based on your needs to help restore your teeth and overall oral health. This program offers:
- Comprehensive examinations
- X-rays
- Cleanings
- Extractions
- Fillings
- Partial or full dentures
Note: In addition to providing general dentistry, D-DENT partners with a limited number of specialists able to provide root canals, surgical extractions, and periodontal care. D-DENT does not provide implants, cosmetic or elective procedures beyond those necessary for restoration.
Am I eligible for the Restorative Dental Care Program?
To get help from D-DENT’s Restorative Dental Care Program, you must be uninsured and have low income, be an Oklahoma resident, and meet one of the following:
- Be age 60 or older
- Be age 21 or older with a developmental disability
- Be an honorably discharged veteran who cannot get dental care through the VA Hospital
- Be currently in treatment for a serious or life-threatening illness such as cancer, an autoimmune disorder, or waiting for an organ transplant
How do I apply for the Restorative Dental Care Program?
To apply for D-DENT’s Restorative Dental Care Program, you must fill out an application. You can complete an application online or download and print the paper application here:
When applying, you will need to have certain documents ready. These include:
- Photo ID
- Proof of Income
- Honorable discharge papers may be required (if a veteran)
- Disability letter (if disabled)
Because this is a program serviced by volunteer dentists, the waiting period varies depending on dentist availability. To check your application status at any time, call D-DENT at 405-424-8092.
What if I need help?
If you need help applying for the Restorative Dental Care Program or have questions, help is available. You can:
- Contact D-DENT at 405-424-8092. Their offices are open Monday –Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. CST, and on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. CST.
- Find additional resources through Delta Dental of Oklahoma's Oral Health Foundation’s Guide to Free and Low-Cost Dental Care.
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