Pacific University Dental Health Clinic

Dental hygiene students perform all services under the supervision of licensed dental health professionals.   Services are limited to preventative and limited basic restorative services.   Dental emergencies, crowns and extractions are NOT available. Quality Care Welcome to the Dental Health Clinic at Pacific University. They look forward to providing you with educational, preventative and therapeutic dental hygiene services. Their services are available to all adults and children age three and older. Due to the educational nature of the clinic, your treatment will progress at a slower pace than in a dental office. You can be assured that the instructor/student interaction, that requires more time during your appointments, also means that your care will meet the highest standards of quality. Thank you for participating in a program that benefits both you as a patient and the dental hygiene students who will become your future dental hygiene professionals. Services Dental hygiene students perform all services under the supervision of licensed dental health professionals. Their services are limited to preventative and limited basic restorative services. They do not offer crowns, extractions, etc., nor do they treat dental emergencies. Their services are NOT intended to replace comprehensive dental care provided by your dentist. Fall 2010 Schedule: Monday Evening Clinic 5:00pm - 8:30pm Tuesday Morning Clinic 8:00am - 11:30am  Afternoon Clinic 1:00pm - 4:30pm Wednesday Evening Clinic 5:00pm - 8:30pm Thursday Morning Clinic 8:00am - 11:30am  Afternoon Clinic 1:00pm - 4:30pm Forms & Documents Patient Information & Consent Form HIPAA Form Financial Policy Clinic Hours Clinic Brochure Becoming a Patient.  The clinic is open throughout the year, including summers. Day and evening hours vary each semester. Please call 503.352.7373 for exact times or to schedule an appointment. The Dental Health Clinic provides care for adults and children age three and older. Appointments are required. They cannot accommodate walk-in appointments. All new patients will be appointed for a screening visit to determine your oral health care needs. Children usually do not need a screening visit. Clinic appointments last 1-3 hours. It is important that you are available for the entire appointment time. Patients often need to return for two or more visits to complete treatment. The number of appointments needed will be determined by your oral health needs. For additional information or to make an appointment: Phone: 503.352.7373 Email: dentalhealth@pacificu.edu Location The Health Professions Campus at Pacific University is located on the corner of SE Washington Street and SE 8th Avenue in Hillsboro, Oregon. The Dental Health Clinic is located on the 2nd floor of the building. Dental Health Clinic Pacific University Health Professions Campus 222 SE 8th Avenue, Suite 271 Hillsboro, Oregon 97123-4218 The Health Professions Campus is conveniently accessible via Tri-Met bus and MAX lightrail. For trip planning, please visit www.tri-met.org. Parking is limited - they encourage use of public transportation. Please park only in the spaces reserved for "Pacific University Patient Parking." Patient Rights Patients have the right to: Be treated in a considerate, respectful and confidential manner Expect reasonable continuity of care Receive complete, current and accurate information about their oral health condition Be informed in advance of fees for service An explanation of recommended treatment An explanation of treatment alternatives, risk of no treatment, expected outcomes of various treatments and the option to refuse treatment Treatment that meets professional standards of care Give informed consent prior to the initiation of treatment Be referred for other dental treatment needs Patient Responsibilities Their dental hygiene students have a limited amount of time set aside to complete their clinical requirements. They depend on YOU to help them. Their time, like yours, is very valuable. If you must cancel an appointment, please call us at 503.352.7373 at least 24 hours in advance. Missed appointments, late cancellations or tardiness may result in your dismissal from the clinic. Your cooperation will help them to serve you better. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to provide consent for treatment. The parent or legal guardian must remain in the Dental Health Clinic during the entire appointment. Treatment Plans A treatment plan will be developed to meet your oral health needs and may include: Health screening with blood pressure check and oral cancer screening Dental examination Non-surgical periodontal care Oral prophylaxis (teeth cleaning) Oral health instruction with home care kit Dental radiographs (x-rays) Fluoride treatment Denture/removable appliance cleaning Sealants Intraoral photographs Fees Fees for care are based upon services needed and necessary supplies. There is no fee for the screening visit. Payment is expected on the day services are provided. Payment options can be discussed prior to treatment with their financial coordinator. Their clinic accepts most insurance programs and will bill your carrier.