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Northern Dental Plan offers dental services at a reduced fee for people without dental insurance. If you are eligible, you?ll receive a FREE initial visit with a participating dentist, including x-rays and an exam, and reduced rates for all treatment following.

Membership in the Northern Dental Plan is $50.00 per person.

To be eligible, you must: For a family of:                Income must be below:
           1                                  $20,800
           2                                  $28,000
           3                                  $35,200
           4                                  $42,400

If someone in your household is a WIC or Medicaid recipient, or is eligible for food stamps, you automatically qualify.

When you enroll in the NDP for a fee of $50.00, your first visit will be free at any participating provider, including x-rays and an oral exam. Additional services will be available to you based on a reduced fee schedule. You and your dentist will develop a treatment and payment plan that will meet your needs.

To participate in the program:

You may download the brochure and application [PDF File] (188kb) or pick one up at any Dental Clinics North location, or at participating health departments and participating private dentist's offices.
OR
Call Dental Clinics North to register over the phone at: 1-877-321-7070.

Once your application and membership fee have been received and processed, your card will be mailed to you, along with a list of participating private dentists in the area. You will receive your membership card by mail in 2-3 weeks.

Then just call Dental Clinics North or any participating dentist to make an appointment. For an appointment at any Dental Clinics North location, or for a list of participating dentists, call:
231-547-0295 or toll free 1-877-321-7070.

If you have a toothache or infection, you can enter care through an emergency appointment, and you will pay for services rendered. To continue with care for other non-emergency dental needs, you will need to enroll in the Northern Dental Plan. This will enable you to receive a free comprehensive oral exam and to receive additional services at reduced fees.

The Northern Dental Plan is sponsored by Dental Clinics North, a partnership of 6 local health departments in northern Michigan.

Related Links

Dental Clinics North

Michigan Community Dental Clinics



Related Sites

Simple Steps to Better Dental Health

Oral Health Basics

American Dental Association

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