Healthy teeth and gums are extremely important for general health, proper chewing, and personal appearance. Preventative dentistry can help you keep your teeth for a lifetime. The Augusta Regional Dental Clinic (ARDC) is here to help you. We are a Medicaid (Famis, Famis Plus, Optima & Virginia Premier) provider for both children and adults. Our experienced staff consists of three full-time dentists, one part-time dentist, and a full-time hygienist. Our new 5,000 square foot dental facility has eight treatment rooms, including two specially designed for patients with mobility issues, all containing the latest state-of-the-art equipment for quick, gentle, dental treatments. We are currently accepting new adult and children Medicaid patients. Call us today at 332-5619 or 932-5619 to get started.
Services for Children Covered by Medicaid (Famis, Famis Plus, Optima & Virginia Premier)
- Preventative Dentistry (examinations, teeth cleaning, fluoride application, sealants, x-rays, oral hygiene and nutritional couseling)
- Restorative Dentistry (fillings)
- Endodontics (root canals and crowns)
- Extractions (limited)
Services for Adults Covered by Medicaid (Famis, Famis Plus, Optima & Virginia Premier)
- Examinations
- X-rays
- Extractions (limited)
For additional services such as cleanings, fillings, crowns, etc., and for uninsured adults, treatments are offered on a fee structure, determined by patient household income. If you do not have Medicaid, your eligibility must be determined prior to making a dental appointment. Eligibility appointments may be made by phone, please call: 332-5619 or 932-5619.
Services ARDC Does Not Provide
- Orthodontics (braces)
- Extensive Oral Surgery
- Dentures or partials
Uninsured Adults
If you do not have Medicaid, the first step to becoming a patient at ARDC is to schedule an eligibility appointment. Eligibility appointments may be made by phone, please call: 332-5619 or 932-5619.
Once your eligibility has been established, you can make a dental appointment. Please note that we are not a walk-in clinic, you must have an appointment to be seen by a dentist. Non-Medicaid dental appointments at the ARDC require advanced payment in full (based on household income found below in the Patient Fee Schedule.)
Patient Fee Schedule:
|
Household Size |
0 -200% FPL* $35 co-pay |
201- 250% FPL* $50 co-pay |
251-300% FPL* $75 co-pay |
|
1 |
$21,780.00 |
$27,225.00 |
$32,670.00 |
|
2 |
$29,420.00 |
$36,775.00 |
$44,130.00 |
|
3 |
$37,060.00 |
$46,325.00 |
$55,590.00 |
|
4 |
$44,700.00 |
$55,875.00 |
$67,050.00 |
|
5 |
$52,340.00 |
$65,425.00 |
$78,510.00 |
|
6 |
$59,980.00 |
$74,975.00 |
$89,970.00 |
|
7 |
$67,620.00 |
$84,525.00 |
$101,430.00 |
|
8 |
$75,260.00 |
$94,075.00 |
$112,890.00 |
|
Each Additional person add |
$3,820.00 |
$9,550.00 |
$11,460.00 |
*Federal Poverty Level
All New Patient Visits are $35 - Includes a Comprehensive Exam and X-rays.
Co-pays cover the cost of Standard Care Procedures (Fillings, Extractions and Cleanings.) Additional procedures are based on the Medicaid Rate Fee Schedule. Please ask for pricing.
Providing Dental Outreach In the Community
We work closely with each of our local elementary schools to promote good oral health to our community's children. Our "ORCAS" (Outreach, Resources, Care and Prevention, Assessments and Sealants) program provides education on a variety of topics, from proper brushing techniques to smart food and beverage choices for dental health. In addition, students receive sealant and fluoride treatments, and Dental Clinic staff dentists perform on-site screenings to assess whether further preventive and/or restorative dental work is needed. All of these services are provided at no-cost to the students and schools.
