P.E.I. rolls out Mobile Dental Clinics

Health PEI has announced the arrival of its new Mobile Dental Clinic.

The mobile clinic represents a milestone in Health PEI’s commitment to improve access to dental services on the island, a news release says.

The mobile dental clinic is designed to serve Islanders who face barriers to traditional dental services. The clinic will visit schools, long-term care homes, community care facilities, shelters and outreach centres.

“Good oral health is important to your overall health. For too many Islanders, including seniors, children and those in vulnerable situations, dental care has been out of reach. This mobile clinic changes that by delivering care directly to the people who need it most,” said Mark McLane, minister of health and wellness.

The roll out of the clinics will happen in phases, starting with the school-based preventative services this summer and into the upcoming fall school year.

The next phases will expand to residential care settings and community outreach centres.

Each mobile clinic is equipped with two treatment rooms, one of which is wheelchair accessible and a bariatric-compatible dental chair.

The clinics will have a dentist, dental hygienists and dental assistants.

“This is about health, dignity and equity,” said Melanie Fraser, Health PEI CEO. “We’re breaking down barriers and making sure every Islander, regardless of age, income, or location, has access to the care they deserve.”

More information is available on P.E.I.’s Dental Care Program.

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