The economy has definitely left a cavity in dental care, with many people losing their dental insurance and other expenses coming first.
But FOX 4 Medical Reporter Meryl Lin McKean says that there are some options out there for people in need of low-cost dental care, and she is Working for You with the report.
For appointments for the Dental Hygiene Clinic at Concorde Career College, 3217 Broadway, Kansas City, call 816-595-2079. Services include oral exams, dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, athletic mouth guards and x-rays.
Johnson County Community College also has a dental hygiene clinic. There is a waiting list; however, the clinic is still accepting names. Call 913-469-3808 for information.