The Florida Department of Health in Marion County (DOH-Marion) is offering comprehensive dental care, including diagnostic, restorative, preventive, and educational services. The clinic operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is currently accepting new patients. Bilingual services are available.
DOH-Marion accepts a range of insurance plans, including Medicaid, select Medicare policies, DentaQuest, Liberty, and Kid Care/Florida Healthy Kids. For uninsured patients, fees are determined on a sliding scale based on income.
Individuals seeking coverage may qualify for programs such as Kid Care. Completing eligibility forms in advance can help ensure a smoother clinic visit.
The dental program is based at the College of Central Florida Hampton Center, allowing DOH-Marion to serve underserved children and adults while providing dental assisting students with practical training.
The program also treats children at the Marion County Head Start campus and offers preventive services in local schools. Fourth-year dental students from the University of Florida collaborate with the clinic, gaining hands-on experience while assisting patients.
DOH-Marion also provides specialized care for children and adults with special needs, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring that dental care is accessible to all members of the community.