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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Dental Health Services

To Schedule an Appointment, Call
863-519-7910


Good oral health is important for your overall health, including speech and nutrition. Untreated oral disease can be a risk factor for heart and lung disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Visit a dental provider if you have any of the following issues:

  • Broken teeth or fillings
  • Roots of any of your teeth that are exposed
  • Sores on the tongue, gums, or inside the cheek that do not heal
  • Teeth that hurt when you drink hot, cold, or sweet beverages
  • Bleeding gums

Services Available at DOH-Polk

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County (DOH-Polk) provides the following dental serices to children and adults who do not have access to a private dentist.

  • Exams
  • X-rays
  • Cleanings
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Sealants
  • Fillings
  • Extractions
  • Oral hygiene information

Eligiblity

Acceptable dental health plans include:

  • Medicaid and plans such as DentaQuest, Liberty Dental, and MCNA Dental. Since dental plans may change, please call to see if we accept yours.
  • Polk Health Care Plan. $10 copay for members.
  • Polk County Indigent Healthcare (IHC) Program. Polk County residents who meet income guidelines may qualify for no-cost dental care in our clinics. Contact our office to see if you qualify.
Cash, personal check, or a credit card payment is accepted for select services if an individual does not have a dental plan as listed above. A $15 pre-pay is required.

Appointments and Locations

To make an appointment, call 863-519-7910.

  • For new patients, select option 1.
  • For established patients, select option #2. 

All locations are closed on holidays, weekends, and closed daily from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch.

  • Auburndale Dental Clinic: 1805 Hobbs Road, Auburndale, FL 33823 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Haines City Dental Clinic: 1700 Baker Ave., E Haines City, FL 33844 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Lakeland Dental Clinic: 3241 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33805 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.