LEXINGTON, Kentucky (September 19, 2025) – On September 18, the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry unveiled a newly designed mobile dental clinic at James Lane Allen Elementary School.
The unveiling ceremony underscores the college’s commitment to providing dental services to schools in Fayette County and throughout Kentucky.
“Our mobile clinic is crucial because it allows us to reach communities with limited access to healthcare,” said Dr. Ron Singer, Director of Public Health Dentistry at the College of Dentistry.
“With the mobile clinic, we can provide high-quality care that is accessible to everyone without having to set up a full clinic in a school or community center.”
The college currently operates mobile dental clinics and outreach programs for elementary students and early learning programs throughout Kentucky. The program has been serving the community for 35 years and has received numerous national awards for its collaboration and engagement.
“The new look brings recognition to the clinic and represents progress for a new generation,” Singer added. Children visiting the mobile clinic receive comprehensive dental services, including exams, fluoride treatments, cleanings, oral hygiene education, and X-rays when needed. Dr. Kenny Nusbach, Chief Medical Officer of UK Healthcare Outpatient Dentistry, emphasized the clinic’s impact: “The services we provide to students from underserved communities address the critical healthcare disparity issue in Kentucky. The upgraded clinic is now more recognizable and inviting.”
The mobile clinic features a new blue and white design that prominently features the UK branding. The goal is to create a welcoming environment for children and ease their anxieties with the familiar Wildcats colors.
This fall, the college will launch its annual “SEAL Kentucky” program. First-year dental students will provide preventive care, including pit and fissure sealants, at several schools in Greenup County, while senior students will provide restorative services. This year, the program has expanded to nearly 100 high school students.
As Kentucky’s flagship public institution, the University of Kentucky remains committed to developing the next generation of leaders and improving lives through education, research, service, and healthcare.
