School-Based Dental Clinic

Oral Health

Oral health – the health of your mouth — is an important part of good overall health and well-being. Nationally, about 1 of 4 adults have untreated tooth decay and nearly half of adults have gum disease. Oral health problems are common among New Yorkers. More than 1 of 3 third grade children in NYC have untreated tooth decay. By taking simple measures, most oral health problems can be prevented. Preventing oral health problems can reduce health care expenses.

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone / School-Based Dental Health 

Our new School-Based Dental Clinic (SBDC) will provide preventative and restorative services for Ditmas I.S. 62 students. Services include: dental exams, oral hygiene instructions, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings and simple extractions. 

This program has been operating for over 25 years and currently provides dental services in over 40 schools throughout New York City. 

The SBDC can serve as your child's Primary Dental Provider (PDP) or compliment services provided by an outside dentist. We provide scheduled and walk-in services while school is in session as well as telephone coverage to assist with problems that arise when the SBDC is closed. 

Participation 

Participation requires parents submit a consent form. If you have not had the opportunity to complete this form to date, we urge you to do so and take advantage of this opportunity to keep your child strong and healthy. If you do not want your child to be seen, please notify Family Health Centers at NYU Langone - Dental School-Based Health Program in writing; this notice can be left at the Main Office (room 138). 

Don't Delay! Prevent Tooth Decay! Enroll your Ditmas child today!

Consent Forms

• English Parental Consent Form

• Spanish Parental Consent Form

• Arabic Parental Consent Form

• Chinese Parental Consent Form

• French Parental Consent Form

• Russian Parental Consent Form

• Urdu Parental Consent Form

• Hours of Operation: Open during school hours once or twice a month. 

• Contact Information: Jocelin Keglar @ 718.630.7447 or Jocelin.Keglar@nyulangone.org 

• When schools are closed, services are available at Family Health Centers NYU Langone Dental sites