Champaign, Illinois – A free dental clinic for children will open Saturday morning at Parkland College, expanding access to preventive care for low-income families.
According to the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, the clinic will operate from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Parkland College Dental Hygiene Clinic, located at 2400 West Bradley Avenue. The event is part of the national Give Kids A Smile® initiative and is sponsored by the Illini District Dental Society in partnership with Parkland College.
Children ages 1 to 17 are eligible to receive free dental exams, cleanings, and fluoride treatments. Educational activities focused on oral health will also be offered during the clinic hours. No appointments are required, and families are encouraged to arrive early as services are provided on a first-come basis.
Public health officials say the clinic is designed to reduce barriers to dental care, particularly for families who may lack dental insurance or regular access to pediatric dental services. Preventive dental care in early childhood is linked to lower rates of cavities, missed school days, and long-term oral health complications.
The Parkland College Dental Hygiene Clinic is located along the 180 Lime B MTD bus line, providing public transit access for families traveling from across Champaign-Urbana.
Events like this can be especially relevant for working parents and students balancing limited schedules, as the clinic operates during a single Saturday morning window.
Organizers encourage community members to share the information with families who may benefit, noting that early dental intervention can have lasting health and educational impacts for children.
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