A letter to our patients:

Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety.

Infection control has always been a top priority for our clinic, and you may have seen this during your visits to our clinic in the past. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe.

Our clinic follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up to date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.

At this time, we are not accepting new patient appointment requests. Currently, we are implementing a phased plan to resume scheduling for the clinic. Over the next year, several factors will be used in patient selection. Our goal is to provide for a safe clinical experience for students, faculty and patients.

Please monitor the SF Dental Clinic website and clinic phone message for updates.

Overview

A partnership with the University of Florida School of Dentistry

The Santa Fe College Dental Clinic is located on the Northwest Campus, 3000 NW 83rd Street, Gainesville, Florida in Building W Room 71. The clinic operates Monday through Friday with varying hours. Since services are performed by SF Dental Hygiene students under the supervision of faculty, appointments may take 2 - 4 hours with multiple visits being required.

Services offered by the clinic include:

Dental Radiographs (x-rays)

Oral Examination/Dental Hygiene/Treatment Planning

Debridement (cleaning)

Topical Fluoride Treatments

Sealants

Oral Hygiene Instructions

Fillings

Crowns

Note: Services are limited and are offered by appointment only. The SF Dental Clinic does not offer any emergency services. The SF Dental Clinic does not offer services for toothaches, emergent care, extractions, periodontal surgery, orthodontics or root canal therapy.

If you are interested in scheduling an appointment at the SF Dental Clinic, please note the following:

Appointments

Due to increased appointment demand, all calls will be directed to a message line. You may leave a voice message to request an appointment. If your dental needs align with student needs at that time, you may receive a call back from our clinic coordinator to schedule an appointment.

receive a call back from our clinic coordinator to schedule an appointment. Dental clinic appointment requests are taken by leaving a message at 352-395-5655 or by visiting Building W, Room 71 on SF's Northwest Campus.

There is no guarantee that you will receive a returned call or that an appointment will be available or scheduled as requested. The SF Dental Clinic is an instructional environment, and as such, appointments are scheduled based upon the educational requirements of the students in the Dental program. The Dental Clinic appreciates your patience and understanding.

Only Santa Fe College Dental Clinic staff can schedule appointments. Other SF departments are not able to take messages or arrange appointments for the SF Dental Clinic.

Clinic Schedule

Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - noon and 1 - 5 p.m.

Friday 8 a.m. - noon

The clinic schedule may vary depending on the semester schedule and student needs.

The clinic is closed during Summer B term, and days when the college is closed.

No new patients are accepted during Summer A due to the abbreviated semester

Cost and Payment for Services

Appointment spots fill quickly so it is important to follow all scheduling instructions carefully.

Dental Clinic appointments are now scheduled on an ongoing basis either by phone or by visiting W-71 on the Northwest Campus. The scheduling calendar is noted below: Summer B term (July - August) CLOSED

Only Santa Fe College Dental Clinic staff can schedule appointments. Other SF departments are not able to take messages or arrange appointments for the Dental Clinic.

When calling the SF Dental Clinic, leave a voice message with your name and phone number. Your call will be returned in the order in which it was received. If the voice mailbox is full, please try to call again at a later time.

There is no guarantee that an appointment will be available or scheduled as requested. The SF Dental Clinic is an instructional environment, and as such, appointments are scheduled based upon the educational requirements of the students in the Dental Hygiene program. The Dental Clinic appreciates your patience and understanding.

Cost and Payment for Services

Cost for services vary depending on type of service provided to the patient. A standard adult cleaning starts at $35.00. Standard cleanings for children age 5-12 are $15.00. Children above age 12 are charged the same price as an adult cleaning. A standard cleaning typically includes initial radiographs and a fluoride treatment. The need for additional services is based upon patient assessment and recommendations from the Dental Clinic faculty. Costs for additional services will be discussed with the patient prior to beginning treatment. Payment for all services is due at the time services are rendered.

The SF Dental Clinic does not accept dental insurance. Patients are advised to consult with their dental insurance company to determine reimbursement eligibility. A receipt for services will be provided to the patient upon request. The SF Dental Clinic accepts cash, personal checks and major credit cards.

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