A new State law passed December 2023 requires that children starting Kindergarten or during the Kindergarten year get a dental assessment (screening). The Health Division can provide dental screenings if children do not have a dentist.
A child that lives or goes to school in Oakland County. Screenings are done 6 months prior to entering Kindergarten or during the Kindergarten year.
To schedule a kindergarten dental screening, schools need to call 248-858-1306, or parents/guardians can call 248-858-1306 or schedule an appointment online.
No cost.
The Dental Program provides basic dental services for income-eligible Oakland County residents with no dental insurance.
Oakland County resident or veteran with no dental insurance, verifiable income.
A dental application with documentation must be submitted.
All services are provided by a contracted dental office. Clients will receive a phone number to a contracted office after their application is approved.
$15 registration fee. There is a copayment for dentures, partial dentures, and repairs.
Email OCHD-Dental@oakgov.com or call 248-858-1306 for information about both Dental and Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment programs.
What will a parent or guardian need to do?
Parents can take their child to their family dentist and have them fill out MDHHS-6067 no sooner than 6 months prior to the start of school. There are also screening events at Oakland County Health Division and throughout the community.
Who can complete MDHHS-6280?
A dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist may fill out the screening form.
Is there a difference between a dental exam and a dental assessment?
A dental screening looks at the mouth for signs of dental disease. If disease is found, a referral is made or a dental exam. Only a dentist may provide an exam and a treatment plan to treat the disease.
What if my student has cavities?
They will need to have the cavities filled to stop them from getting bigger. A dentist is the only person who can treat cavities. The person who completes your child's dental screening will help with appointments for any needed follow up care.
What if I do not have a dentist?
Call Oakland Connects Helpline (formally Nurse on Call) at 1-800-848-5533 for help finding a dental provider.
What if I cannot afford to take my student to the dentist?
Enroll in Michigan's Health Kids Dental Program and contact Oakland Connects Helpline (formally Nurse on Call) at 1-800-848-5533 for help finding a dental home.