Health & Fitness
Quinsigamond Community College Offers Free Dental Services To Seniors, Veterans
The clinic will offer dental assessments, teeth cleaning, x-rays and fluoride treatments.
WORCESTER, MA The Dental Hygiene Clinic at Quinsigamond Community College is offering free services to seniors and veterans.
The free preventive dental clinic is available to anyone aged 55 or older, as well as active military members and veterans. It's located at QCC's West Bolyston Street campus, and will offer dental assessments, teeth cleaning, x-rays and fluoride treatments.
The dental clinic, which provides hands-on instruction for students, also serves the general public at a discounted rate, with prices of $25 for adults and $20 for children.
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QCC's clinic has provided free dental care to 900 seniors through a grant from Senior Connection, as well as working with Worcester Public Schools. In 2024, 150 children were served at the clinic, according to QCC.
“Each patient plays a vital role in helping students develop their skills, gain confidence and prepare for real-world practice, " said Rene Cummings, the dental clinic operations and facilities Manager. "By donating your time as a patient, you’re making a meaningful contribution to both student education and public health."
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You can find more information at QCC.edu/dental-clinic. To schedule an appointment, you can call 508-854-4306.
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