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Emergency Dental Help for Senior Citizens in Florida

Growing old brings a range of health complications. As the body slowly and inevitably breaks down under the incessant onslaught of time, medical problems emerge. This is likewise true for dental health, as geriatric patients experience aging of the teeth and gums. Elderly residents of Florida can benefit from knowing where to obtain emergency dental care should a problem arise.

  1. Pasco County Health Department

    • Florida's Department of Aging Care lists the Pasco County Health Department as a provider of emergency dental care for geriatric patients. There are locations in Dade City, Land O' Lakes, New Port Richey and Zephyrhills. However, patients must be registered with the service to receive care.

    UF Dentistry

    • The University of Florida runs a dentistry program, a part of which offers emergency dental care for Florida residents, including the elderly. The facility is headquartered in Gainseville and is staffed by more than 100 residents who specialize in various aspects of dental care, including advanced sub-fields such as oral oncology.

    Emergency Dental Service

    • Emergency Dental Service operates 24-care at several Florida locations, including West Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Zephyrhills. It deals with elderly patients suffering from cavities, pain, broken teeth, abscesses and other dental emergencies.

    Dental Center of West Broward

    • Elderly residents of South Florida can call the Dental Center of West Broward, which has an emergency care facility at its Sunrise, Florida site. Dentists treat extreme tooth pain, jaw pain headaches (TMJ) and other serious dental problems. The center also offers an "Affordable Dental Care Plan" for elderly patients and others who lack proper dental insurance.

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