The Rabun County Health Department offers a variety of dental services, including:

• Education on preventing dental disease: The dental hygienists at the health department can teach you how to brush and floss your teeth properly, and how to eat a healthy diet to prevent cavities and gum disease.
• X-rays: X-rays can help the dentist see any problems with your teeth or gums that you cannot see with the naked eye.
• Fluoride treatment: Fluoride helps to strengthen your teeth and prevent cavities.
• Restoration of teeth with cavities (fillings): If you have a cavity, the dentist can fill it with a material that will prevent the decay from spreading.
• Treatment of oral infections: If you have an oral infection, the dentist can prescribe antibiotics to treat it.

The dental clinic is open to all residents of Rabun County, regardless of their ability to pay. To schedule an appointment, call the health department at (706) 782-2626.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about the dental clinic at the Rabun County Health Department:

• The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• You must bring your insurance card to your appointment. If you do not have insurance, you will be responsible for the full cost of your care.
• The clinic may have a waiting list, so it is important to call ahead to schedule an appointment.