What time commitment is expected?

Depending upon your needs, and the student's schedule, you may be asked to be seen up to twice per week and up to four hours each session.

May I request certain times for my appointments?

Yes. However, students' clinic schedules are controlled by classroom instruction, outside assignments and rotations, academic year calendar and availability of the appropriate faculty for the specific clinic. Your student has limited time periods to schedule your treatment.

What if I cannot meet with my student at the appointed time?

Notify the student or appointment desk (494-8867) immediately. Cancellations, broken appointments and no-shows could jeopardize your opportunity to continue receiving care.

How much will my care cost?

The School of Dentistry fees are generally less and tend to fall in the one-half to two-thirds range of the fees charged by community dentists.

When do I pay for my Dental Service?

The school must collect for each procedure at the time it is provided.

Does the Dental School accept dental insurance?

Yes. Please provide the Admitting Clinic with the requested information when you are accepted as a patient. This will help ensure that you receive the maximum benefits under your plan.

What about the quality of care?

The dental care provided will be the same high quality you expect from the practicing profession. However, more time is required to allow the step-by-step review and instruction by the faculty.

The students,faculty and staff of the School of Dentistry strive to provide high-quality dental care in a patient friendly atmosphere. All of our patients are entitled to:

continuous and complete treatment that meets professional standards of care, a clear explanation of recommended and alternative treatment options and the risks of no care, current information about their dental health care status and progress of care, advanced knowledge about the cost of treatment, treatment with respect, consideration, and confidentiality, the right to ask questions anytime about their dental care, access to a patient advocate for assistance, consent before any procedure is performed and confidentiality regarding medical conditions, oral health, and patient records.

If you have any questions regarding your rights as a patient of the School of Dentistry, contact our office of Clinical Affairs at (503) 494-8980.

To speak with your assigned student during a weekday, you may call (503) 494-8867, or contact them directly at the number he or she provides to you.