Dental Health Services

 

     The State Health Department offers the following dental programs:

 

Marginal Dental Program provides financial assistance for 85% of routine dental care costs; client is responsible for the remaining 15%.  Maximum amount covered is $1,000 per calendar year.  Client may reapply in three years if needed.

 

*    Must be 0-18 years of age

 

*    Excludes those covered by Title 19, Equality Care or Kid Care Chip

 

*    Must meet financial guidelines

 

Orthodontia Program is available for persons 12-18 years of age when funds are available.  this program does not pay for orthodontia for cosmetic reasons.  Maximum amount covered is $3,130.

 

*    Must have severe, crippling malocclusion

 

Senior Dental Program - This program is for persons 65 and older when funds are available.  It pays 85% of total cost with client responsible for remaining 15%.  Maximum amount of funding is $800 per calendar year.

 

Fluoride Testing - Testing for fluoride level in your water is available by contacting the Department of Agriculture's Analytical Lab in Laramie at 742-2984.

 

HOW TO APPLY:  Pick up application forms from Community Health Services.

 

AGENCY CONTACT PERSON:  Melanie Kawulok and Mary Beebe.

 

COST:  Listed above