Community Outreach

The Columbus Dental Society has a long history of giving back to those less fortunate in the community - and many of the free clinics supported by our member dentists were in fact started by members.  These clinics are volunteer-driven and volunteer-dependent, and offer needed dental care to some of our city's most vulnerable citizens - the uninsured, homeless, working poor, children and the elderly.


Physician's Care Connection (Monday Night Clinic) housed in the Columbus Public Health Department

Address: 240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio
614-884-2441

The clinic is open every second and fourth Monday of the month and extractions are the primary procedure performed.  The clinic is open to walk-ins and offers care to uninsured adults living at 200% of the federal poverty level.  Starting in April 2015, the clinic will also offer restorative care on the third Monday of the month.


The Dental Clinic at Faith Mission

Address: 245 N. Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio
614-224-6617

Open every Thursday evening, volunteers provide free extractions and restorations to the uninsured homeless residents of Faith Mission. 


Stowe Mission of Central Ohio Dental Clinic

Address: 888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio

This is a six-chair donation-only dental clinic at which emergency dental care, primarily extractions, is provided from 5:30-8:00 PM by volunteers every Monday evening, and the first and third Thursdays.  Patients are seen on a first-come basis. 


KidSMILES Clinic

Address: 770 Bethel Road, Columbus, Ohio
614-726-2122

This volunteer driven clinic serves children 18 years of age and younger for $10 per visit, no matter what procedures are done.  Hours are Monday through Friday.  Comprehensive care is offered, including exams, cleanings and x-rays, fluoride treatment and sealants, restorations, and extractions.