The Mecklenburg County Health Department Children’s Dentistry Program provides comprehensive dental care for uninsured and underinsured children ages 1-17 who are residents of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Services include:

• Exams and cleanings
• Fillings
• Extractions
• Sealants
• Fluoride treatments
• Root canals
• Crowns
• Dentures

The program also offers preventive education and fluoride varnish applications.

To be eligible for the program, children must meet the following requirements:

• Be a resident of Mecklenburg County
• Be uninsured or underinsured
• Be ages 1-17

Appointments can be made by calling 980-314-9600.

The program has two locations:

• 1801 Rozzelles Ferry Rd., Charlotte, NC 28204
• 249 Billingsley Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208

The hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 7am-5pm.

The Mecklenburg County Health Department Children’s Dentistry Program is a great resource for families who need affordable dental care for their children. The staff is friendly and experienced, and they make every effort to make the experience as comfortable as possible for the children.

Here are some additional things to know about the program:

• The program is funded by a combination of state and county funds, as well as private donations.
• The program has a sliding fee scale, so families can pay what they can afford.
• The program accepts most major insurance plans.
• The program also offers financial assistance to families who qualify.

If you are a parent or guardian of an uninsured or underinsured child in Mecklenburg County, I encourage you to contact the Mecklenburg County Health Department Children’s Dentistry Program to learn more about the services they offer.