The Pittsburg Health Center - Contra Costa Health Services offers a variety of dental services, including:

• Dental exams: This includes a visual inspection of your teeth, gums, and jaw, as well as a check for any signs of decay or infection.
• Cleanings: This removes plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth, which can help to prevent cavities and gum disease.
• Fillings: This is used to repair cavities by filling the hole in the tooth with a material such as composite resin or amalgam.
• Crowns: This is a type of dental restoration that covers the entire tooth. It is often used to repair a severely damaged tooth or to replace a missing tooth.
• Root canals: This is a procedure to remove the infected pulp from the tooth and fill the canal with a material that prevents further infection.
• Extractions: This is the removal of a tooth. It is often necessary for teeth that are severely damaged or impacted.

The dental clinic at the Pittsburg Health Center is open Monday through Thursday from 7:45 am to 8:30 pm and Saturdays from 7:45 am to 11:45 am and 12:45 pm to 4:45 pm. To make an appointment, please call 925-608-5350.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about the dental clinic at the Pittsburg Health Center:

• Insurance: The dental clinic accepts most major insurance plans. However, it is always best to check with your insurance company to see if your plan is accepted and what your copayments and deductibles will be.
• Payment: The dental clinic also accepts cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
• Dental emergencies: If you have a dental emergency, the dental clinic offers walk-in appointments on a limited basis. Please call 925-608-5350 to see if there are any walk-in appointments available.