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ASK THE DENTIST

Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Pediatric and Community Dentistry department. 

CHILDREN:

If you have a question you would like answered, please e-mail Ask The Dentist.  Please remember that we cannot answer specific questions about your children's teeth - you'll need to schedule an appointment.  Your question will be routed to the correct person and then you will receive a response via e-mail.

ADULTS:

If you are an adult and looking for help with dental care, please contact our Counseling, Advocacy, Resource, Education, and Service (CARES) social services team.  They may be able to assist you with your dental health questions and insurance questions.  Thank you.

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  1. How do I make an appointment for my child?
  2. Where can I find information on good oral health habits?
  3. How do I apply to the Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program ?
  4. Who is on the Pediatric and Community Dentistry faculty and staff ?
  5. How can I help the Pediatric and Community Dentistry department ?

How do I make an appointment for my child?

The Pediatric and Community Dentistry department has six clinical facilities throughout Western New York.  You may make an appointment by calling the facility closest to you:

UB School of Dental Medicine
Pediatric and Community Dentistry Clinic
3435 Main Street, 137 Squire Hall
Buffalo, NY
716-829-2723

Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo
219 Bryant Street, Dental Clinic
Buffalo, NY
716-878-7293

Mercy Hospital
Pediatric Dental Center
515 Abbot Street, Suite 402
South Buffalo, NY
716-828-3575

University Pediatric Dentistry, PC
521 Buffalo Street
Niagara Falls, NY
716-282-4557

University Pediatric Dentistry, PC
1660 Hopkins Road
Getzville, NY
716-688-7712

Mobile Dental Van
Chautauqua County
866-254-0052 (toll-free)

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Where can I find information on good oral health habits ?

The American Dental Association and the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry can provide you with information and resources about obtaining and maintaining good oral health habits.

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How do I apply to the Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program ?

To qualify for admission, all applicants must possess a DDS/DMD from a CODA-accredited dental school and submit all application materials through the PASS program.

The deadline for applications is December 1.  The program participates in the National match Service.

For more information, visit out website: Pediatric Dentistry Certificate, or contact Jackie DiMartino, Pediatric Dentistry Residency Coordinator for more information.

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Who is on the Pediatric and Community Dentistry faculty and staff ?

Faculty and Staff Directory

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How can I help the Pediatric and Community Dentistry department ?

You can help the Pediatric and Community Dentistry department by donating your time and/or your dollars.  Our outreach programs exist because of the dedication of caring faculty and staff who open their hearts and their wallets to ensure that these programs remain available for the children of Western New York.

If you are interested in making a donation to one of our programs or services, please choose and print the donation form below and follow the instructions for mailing.

If you are interested in donating your time to one of our programs or services, please use the email below.

Volunteer!

Thank you in advance for your help.

DONATION FORM

I/We want to make a financial contribution to The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine's Pediatric and Community Dentistry department so that children and teens can have a healthy smile to last a lifetime.  Enclosed is my/our tax deductible gift.

Please print, fill out, and mail this form to:

 

Carol Vanini

Development Office

School of Dental Medicine

Squire Hall, Room 315

3435 Main Street

Buffalo, NY  14214-3008

Name:

____________________________________________

Address:

____________________________________________

City:

____________________________________________

State:

____________________________________________

Zip Code:

____________________________________________

I want to donate:

_____$1,000

_____$500

_____$250

_____$100

_____$ 50

_____$ 25

_____$____ (Amount of my choice)

I want my gift designated to:

______ General Community Outreach support       _____ Mobile Dental Van

_______ Resident Research support                      _____  Sealant Program

______ Smile Education Day                                 _____ COHDY

  _____ Clean & Screen Program

_____ Infant Dental Home Program                   

____ Low Birth Weight Dental Infant Plate program

 

_____I have enclosed my check (made payable to UB Foundation)

 

_____Please charge this gift to my:

Card Type:

Visa     MasterCard     (circle one)

Card Number:

____________________________________________

Expiration date:

____________________________________________

This gift is

 

In honor of:

____________________________________________

In memory of:

____________________________________________

 

Name of honoree:

____________________________________________

 

We thank you for your thoughtful gift!

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