Dental Hygiene Clinic

For more than 50 years, the Prairie State College Dental Hygiene Program has prepared students for careers in dental hygiene while providing preventive and therapeutic oral healthcare to the community. As part of this mission, the on-campus Dental Hygiene Clinic offers quality care in a supervised learning environment.
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Dental ClinicHours & Location

Schedule an Appointment Today!

Call (708) 709-3707 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are required.

The clinic operates during the fall, spring, and summer semesters; hours vary by term.

Monday - Friday:
8:30 -11:30 AM, 1-4:30 PM, 5-8:30 PM

Closed on weekends, major holidays, and professional development days. 

Location: Get Directions
Prairie State College Dental Hygiene Clinic
Health-Tech Building (north side of Vollmer Road, across from the main campus)
910 Vollmer Rd., Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Clinical Services

For the safety of children, minors not receiving services are not permitted to be left unattended in the clinic.
Some restrictions may apply.
  • Comprehensive dental exam
  • School exams
  • Oral cancer screening
  • Vitals screening
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Smoking cessation counseling
  • Dental cleaning
  • Nonsurgical periodontal therapy (scaling and root planing)
  • Sealants
  • Fluoride treatment
  • X-rays
  • *Sports guards
  • *Whitening trays

Clinic Fees

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Preventive and Diagnostic

Dental Cleaning
(Adults: $25, Children ages 1–9: $12, Ages 55 and up: $18.75. Fluoride: $2)

X-rays
(Full-mouth series: $20, Panoramic: $20, Bitewings: $8–$16)

Free to qualified patients (cleaning required with exam)
(Dental exam, School exam: No charge)
Additional preventive services at no charge.

Periodontal Therapy and Appliances
Nonsurgical periodontal therapy: $10 per quadrant or $40 per mouth
Sports guards: $5

What to Expects

Learning Environment and Supervision

Student dental hygienists provide care under the direction of licensed dental hygienists and dentists. As a teaching clinic, appointments take longer than a private practice setting.

Appointment Length and Number of Visits

Plan for 1.5 - 3 hours per visit. The average student requires about four appointments to complete care. Completing all recommended visits is necessary for effective outcomes.

Individualized Care Plan

Each patient receives a comprehensive oral health assessment and a personalized care plan based on risk assessments and clinical findings.
Patients play a critical role in student education. Your participation supports student learning and community oral health. Thank you for partnering with our program.
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Policies & Reminders

Attendance & Completion

Please complete all recommended appointments to achieve intended outcomes and reduce the risk of gum disease or progression of existing conditions.

Children in the Clinic

For safety, children not receiving services may not be left unattended in the clinic.

Closures

The clinic is closed on weekends, major holidays, and professional development days. Call for the current schedule.

FAQ about Oral Health

 
The first stage of periodontal disease, characterized by red, swollen gums that may bleed easily. It is typically reversible with therapeutic oral care.
An irreversible gum disease linked to bacterial buildup and toxins, leading to loss of gum and bone tissue and potential tooth loss as disease progresses.
A specialized cleaning below the gumline using specific instruments and local anesthetic to remove bacterial deposits and toxins from teeth and gums.
Begin with an annual dental exam and cleaning. At PSC, student hygienists complete risk assessments to determine appropriate brushing, rinsing, and interproximal cleaning recommendations to prevent or maintain gum health.