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SUMMER 2014Oklahoma Statewide ListingsResource forDental CareA Guide to Free and Low-Cost Dental CareA message to those in need of careIndividuals requesting this guide typically have two issues – a dentalproblem that cannot be ignored combined with scarce financial resources.A guide with a purposeThis guide is published by the DeltaDental of Oklahoma Oral HealthFoundation to:1. Help those who cannot afforddental care find free and low-costresources2. Help referral sources assist those inneed to find care3. Connect free and low-cost programsto one another to leverage theirlimited resources and multiply theirefforts and resultsJoin our Email listThe best way to stay current is to join ouremail list. Each quarter we’llautomatically email a new issue to you.To subscribe, go towww.ResourceForDentalCare.org.A message to our providersThank you for your efforts to serve thosein need! Please review your listing andnotify us of any changes so we canupdate it in our next issue. Did you knowour Foundation provides grants to dentalhealth related programs that meet ourcriteria? Learn more atwww.DDOKFoundation.org.To ensure the accuracy of these listings,this document expires Sept. 30, 2014.For the latest version, go towww.ResourceForDentalCare.orgor call 405-607-4725.Published quarterly by:Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health FoundationTerrisa Singleton, Foundation Director16 NW 63rd StreetOklahoma City, OK 73116OKC Metro: 405-607-4771Toll Free: 800-522-0188 ext. 771E-mail: foundation@DeltaDentalOK.orgWeb: ionThe providers listed in this directory care about you and your situation, and they do allthey can (given limited resources) to meet the tremendous need for free and low-costdental services throughout Oklahoma.There are two types of clinics/programs listed – free and low-cost. If you have somefinancial means, the nonprofit low-cost clinics provide dental services at lower thanaverage or sliding scale fees and the waiting period for an appointment is short.Free clinics and programs provide services at no cost andare made possible by volunteer dental professionals andsupport staff. As you can well imagine, the demand forthese services is great, but the supply of volunteers islimited. Patience and perseverance are keys to receivingcare, because most have long waiting periods for restorativeservices (such as dentures and fillings). However, everyeffort is made to provide timely care to those in pain and atrisk for infection. Calling more than one organization andbecoming familiar with their processes will increase yourlikelihood for treatment.We sincerely hope this directory helps you find thebenevolent dental care you need.Other options available for those in needDid you know that SoonerCare covers all routine and diagnosticdental costs for qualifying Oklahoma children? For information,see the SoonerCare listing in the Statewide section of this guide.If you’re employed but your employer doesn’t provide dentalinsurance, you may find Delta Dental’s Patient Direct discountprogram, PPO–Choice Advantage or PPO–Point of Serviceprograms to be a good option for you. For details, call 405-607-2100(OKC Metro) or 800-522-0188 (Toll Free) or visit www.DeltaDentalOK.org.Copyright 2014 Delta Dental of Oklahoma.Permission is granted to copy and distribute this document or to link directly to the online version at:https://sites.deltadentalok.org/site docs/DDOK FND ResourceGuide.pdf

This issue. Volunteers Needed for RAM OK, p. 1 2015 Grant Applications Now BeingAccepted, p. 1 Scientific Day Showcases StudentResearch, p. 2 Foundation Board Names NewMembers, p. 2 MobileSmiles Program SeeksManager, p. 2“Like” us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/DDOKFoundationPublished quarterly by:Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health FoundationTerrisa Singleton, Foundation Director16 NW 63rd StreetOklahoma City, OK 73116Ph: 405-607-4771Toll-free: 800-522-0188 ext. orgEpicenterSummer 2014Foundation News from Delta Dental of OklahomaVolunteers Needed for RAM OklahomaRemote Area Medical (RAM)Oklahoma will conduct its third freehealth care expedition August 16-17at the state fairgrounds in OklahomaCity. The two-day event will providefree medical, dental and vision careto Oklahomans in need.Barry Amos, DDS, of Designs inDentistry serves as RAM’s DentalServices Lead.“As we approach our August2014 event, I hope that many of mycolleagues consider volunteeringto help us help the thousands ofOklahomans who lack access to lifechanging dental care,” said Amos.Delta Dental of Oklahoma OralHealth Foundation is a title sponsorof the event and is helping tocoordinate the dental services area.We hope that you’ll join us in makingthis year’s RAM Oklahoma event thebest ever!If you are interested in beinga volunteer, visit www.ramok.org/volunteer.Aug. 16-17, 2014Spread the word to those in need:Download and distribute thePatient Info Flyer atwww.DDOKFoundation.org/RAMOK.asp2015 Grant Applications Now Being AcceptedThe Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation is now accepting grantapplications for 2015 funding. Nonprofit organizations with dental-related healthor education programs that serve Oklahomans are encouraged to apply.The application deadline is September 2, 2014. For additional details, visitour website at www.DDOKFoundation.org/grantmaking.asp.1

EpicenterSummer 2014Scientific Day Showcases Student ResearchEach year the University of OklahomaCollege of Dentistry holds an annualScientific Day where dental students,dental hygiene students and residentspresent findings from their research projectsor describe new and innovative clinicaltechniques. Delta Dental of Oklahoma andits Oral Health Foundation sponsored the2014 event and several DDOK employeesattended to view the students’ poster andoral presentations.“Scientific Day serves to unleash thestudents’ imaginations on oral healthchallenges and we’re committed tosupporting that,” said John Gladden, DeltaDental of Oklahoma president and CEO.“Who knows? One of the research projectswe viewed this year could be the foundationfor a major oral health breakthrough in thefuture.”Below, Amber Grover (DH2)presents her poster to Dr. ReigerWood (left) and DDOK Presidentand CEO John Gladden.Above, DDOK Provider RelationsTeam Lead Kendra Hanke andDirector Terri Green listen asKaitlyn Jondahl (DH2) and ErynPennello (DH2) explain theirresearch on acquired gingivalrecession.Foundation Board Names New MembersDr. Deborah CorwinTwo dentists have joined the Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral HealthFoundation board of trustees. Dr. Deborah Corwin practices at Corwin FamilyDentistry in Bristow and will serve as Foundation Secretary/Treasurer. Dr.Vincent Montgomery of Norman is with Oral and Maxillofacial Associates.Other members of the Foundation Board include Dr. Stephen Glenn ofTulsa, Dr. Mike McLeod of Oklahoma City, Dr. Colin Foster of Oklahoma City,Dr. Roger Webb of Edmond, and Mr. John Gladden.Gladden, Delta Dental of Oklahoma President and CEO, has beenelected Foundation Chair. Webb, Past President of the University of CentralOklahoma, will serve as Vice-Chair.We extend our deep appreciation to Dr. Mitch Kramer of Edmond whorecently completed three years as Foundation Chair and five years of serviceto its board.MobileSmiles Program Seeks ManagerDr. Vincent Montgomery2www.DDOKFoundation.orgThe Oklahoma Dental Foundation is seeking a full-time manager tooversee all aspects of the MobileSmiles Oklahoma program. Professionaldental background and proven program administrative skills required. Fordetails and to apply, go to www.mobilesmilesok.org.

RESOURCE FOR DENTAL CAREGuide to Free and Low-Cost Dental CarePage 1 of 9ALWAYS CALL the listed provider to confirm eligibility and availability of services. Most providers require an appointment.Region: CentralCity Rescue MissionOklahoma City, OK 73102County: Oklahoma Homeless Emergency Shelter & Transitional Living/RecoveryProgram Clients must “enroll” in recovery program, be screened andinterviewed, and take classes to better their situations in order toreceive access to free dental treatment.Phone:Web: www.cityrescue.org800 W California405-232-2709Crossings Community Clinic Extractions, fillings, cleanings. For uninsured individuals unable to pay for dental services. By appointment only.2208 W. Hefner Rd., Ste. BOklahoma City, OK 73120County: OklahomaPhone: 405-242-5578Edmond, OK 73034County: OklahomaPhone: 405-340-7400Good Shepherd Clinic222 NW 12thOklahoma City, OK 73103County: OklahomaPhone:405-232-8631King's Klinic921 W. Britton Rd.Oklahoma City, OK 73114County: OklahomaPhone: 405-848-4005Mary Mahoney Health Center - OKC12716 NE 36thSpencer, OK 73140County: OklahomaPhone: 405-769-3301Delta DentalGrant RecipientCost: FreeDelta DentalGrant RecipientWeb: http://crossingsokc.org/clinic/Edmond – Ministries of Jesus Dental Clinic1100 E. I-35 Frontage Rd.Cost: Free Free medical, dental, vision, counseling, and recovery services. Must be enrolled in medical program to receive dental services. No emergency dental care available. Call for program details.Cost: FreeSe habla españolDelta DentalGrant RecipientWeb: www.moj.com ADULTS: Free simple extractions for adults most Mondays. CallMondays between 8:30am-9:30am to be scheduled for thatMonday evening. No residency requirement. Additional dental treatment available for Good ShepherdMinistries' medical patients (OKC residents within specific zipcodes; requires picture ID and proof of address). Call for details andqualifications. CHILDREN: Extractions, preventive, and restorative services. Callfor details and qualifications.Cost: FreeSe habla españolDelta DentalGrant RecipientWeb: www.goodshepherdokc.org Free extractions provided by volunteer dental professionals. Call for appointment and details.Cost: FreeDelta DentalGrant RecipientWeb: www.kingsklinic.com General Dentistry Sliding fee scale for primary and preventive services only. Call for eligibility, fees, and appointment. Insurance and SoonerCare accepted.Cost: FQHC*Web: www.chciokc.org*FQHC Federally Qualified Health Center. These are not-for-profit clinics that receive federal grants to offer sliding fee scales for qualifying patients.This document expires September 30, 2014. To obtain the latest version go to www.ResourceForDentalCare.org or call 405-607-4747.To report corrections or additions, please call 405-607-4771 or email foundation@DeltaDentalOK.org.This directory is a service of the Delta Dental of Oklahoma Oral Health Foundation and does not imply an endorsement of any specific organization.Copyright 2014 Delta Dental of Oklahoma. Revised 6/25/2014.