Children are accepted by the Hernando County Health Department as soon as their first tooth comes in (usually around six to eight months). Adult clients are accepted on a very limited basis. Payment is by Medicaid, cash, MasterCard, Visa, or check with ID.
Emergency dental services are available for patients of record. If you have had a dental exam within the past 12 months and have a dental emergency, please call the Hernando County Health Department (352) 540-6800 ext 82021 for an appointment.
If you are unable to keep an appointment, please notify them at least 24 hours in advance. Failure to do so may result in suspension or dismissal from the dental program.
The following services are provided at both our Spring Hill and Brooksville sites:
Preventive Dental Care – Children only
Routine Restorative Dental Care – Children only
Evaluation of a tooth causing pain or swelling
Extraction
They do not provide oral surgery or extraction of wisdom teeth
They do not offer root canals, crowns, bridges, or dentures
Locations:
7551 Forest Oaks Boulevard Spring Hill, Florida 34606
(352) 540-6800 ext. 82038
Open 7:30AM to 5:30PM Monday thru Friday
300 South Main Street Brooksville, Florida 34601
(352) 540-6800 ext. 82013
Open 7:30AM to 5:00PM Tuesday and Friday
Documents required at Initial Visit
Verification of Disability, if applicable
Social Security Card
Proof of Residency
Proof of Income
Brooksville
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Across the United States, free and low-cost dental clinics play a vital role in making oral healthcare reachable for everyone. Supported by government funding, non-profit organisations, and charitable contributions, these clinics deliver essential dental treatment to those who need it most — including uninsured individuals, low-income families, children, seniors, and people receiving government assistance.