Children's Services
Florida Department of Health in Volusia County Dental
- chd64webmaster@flhealth.gov
- 386-274-0896
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Mailing Location
P.O. Box 9190
Daytona Beach, FL 32120
Protect your children from dental disease with daily brushing and flossing, regular dental visits, and good nutrition. The key to a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, begins at infancy. The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County is here to help safeguard your child’s smile.
We offer:
- Examinations
- X-rays
- Dental cleanings
- Education on how to prevent cavities
- Fluoride treatment
- Fillings
- Extractions (tooth removal limited)
- Same day emergency appointments for children in pain
- Emergency care for West Volusia Hospital Authority clients
Eligibility
All children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or have:
- A notarized consent from parent
- Court appointed legal guardianship papers
Insurances accepted:
- Florida Meicaid dental plans (DentaQuest and Liberty Dental)
- Healthy Kids - Florida Healthy Kids (DentaQuest, Liberty Dental and MCNA Dental)
- Head Start
- Any child (age 18 and under) that attends a Volusia County School who does not have insurance or a dentist and is experiencing pain is eligible to receive services.
For more information regarding insurance/Medicaid plans that are accepted, please call 386-274-0896.
School Based Preventative Dental Program
Our dental hygienists visit Volusia County schools to teach children how to take care of their teeth. The School-based Preventative Dental Program also provides dental cleanings and dental sealants, if needed, and fluoride treatments. The team visits Title I schools each year. Parents must fill out and sign a permission slip that is sent home with students.
- Dental assessment
- Education on how to prevent cavities
- Cleanings if needed
- Dental sealants if needed
- Fluoride treatment
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and brushing timer
- Download and return this consent form to participate.
Learn more about this program and download forms.
Dental Sealants
- What is a dental sealant?
- When should teeth be sealed?
- How are dental sealants applied?
- How long do sealants last?
A sealant is a thin plastic coating that protects the chewing surfaces of teeth from cavities.
A sealant should be placed as soon as the permanent tooth appears in the mouth, usually around 5-6 years old, or as soon as possible.
After the tooth is cleaned, the sealant is painted into the grooves of the back teeth. A special light is used to help the sealant harden.
Sealants will usually last about five years or longer. Sealants should be checked once a year and replaced if needed.
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