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Frequently Asked Questions What is the cost of dental care to the school or community center? It is absolutely free to the school or community center. Parents and schools are not charged or billed for Dental services ever. -------- Is there an out of pocket expense for parents? Medicaid covers 100% of the dental services. In the case of uninsured children, we can tap into grants to cover some of them as well. -------- Dental Mobile has insurance coverage? Yes, Dental Mobile has Professional Malpractice Insurance, General Liability Insurance, and Auto Insurance. We are happy to report that we have no incident to use them. -------- What are the dental services provided by Dental Mobile? With parents permission, and when clinically indicated Dental Mobile provides exams, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, pulpotomies, stainless steel crowns, simple extractions, space maintainers, other clinically indicated procedures as well as oral hygiene instruction, and patient education. In cases with extensive dental decay, where all of the needed treatment can not be completed in a single appointment, a child will be given as many appointments as necessary to complete the treatment in subsequent visit of Dental Mobile to school with the comfort of the child in mind. ------------- When and why a specialist referral is done? Some of children with very extensive dental need or with special circumstance or both, who may require services beyond what can be completed in a Dental Mobile referred to specialist. Parents will be notified and will be kept informed fully. --------- What is the frequency of Dental Mobile visit to school? Dental Mobile visits are typically once a month, however we are flexible and accommodating. We will try to meet the needs of all interested children in need in a timely mater. We will of course coordinate with school to achieve that goal. All interested families can participate, and will be provided for. ----------- What dose the school needs to do? Dental Mobile is self sufficient operation. In case of Mobile unit in school, we need forty foot parking space for our mobile. In case of portable unit in school, we need small to medium size room or space (10 by 10). Our staff will set up and clean up with no help from the school personal. We will handle all of paper work and communicating with school and parents so very little human resources are required by the school. ---------- Is Dental Mobile in Compliance with the HIPAA, OSHA, ADA, local, state, and federal laws, and regulations? Yes, we meet or exceed them. ---------- How are Dental Mobile staffs credentials? All Dental Mobile staffs, Dentist, Dental Assistant… are experienced, in excellent standing, and licensed with state dental boards. In addition our team members love to work with kids and have been hand picked because of that. As part of providing dental care to children, All staffs are fingerprinted, have passed a state and federal background check. ---------- Dose the school or community center can change or stop the program at any time without notice? Yes. A school or community center may change, or stop the program at any time without notice. Dental Mobile dose not require contract. ----------- How safe is the Dental Mobile? Dental Mobile is very safe and kids friendly. Safety is paramount. We constantly try to improve. .----------- How easy is it to arrange for a Dental Mobile visit? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 to arrange for Dental Mobile visit;
To arrange a Dental Mobile visit; Please follow the instructions below. The process is simple and efficient, as we are anxious to bring our program to you.
Step #1 Contact Director of Patient Relations at Dental Mobile, at (800) 700-7430 to schedule a visit.
Step #2 Download the Application Form and the Patient Medical History Form. Photocopy and distribute both forms to all interested individuals. Application and Consent Form ( English) (Spanish) (Korean) Patient Medical History ( English) (Spanish) (Korean)
Step #3 Fax the completed Application forms to: Director of Patient Relations Dental Mobile at (800) 700-7430 or, you can mail them to: Dental Mobile 1659 Scott Blvd. Suite 2, Santa Clara, CA 95050.
Note: The Patient Medical History forms will be available at the Mobile and can be completed by the patient before his or her appointment.
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