Gulf Coast State College offers Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs that provide services to the public.
Services Include:
-Medical and Dental History Assessment
-Vital Signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration)
-Dental Examinations, Consultations, Referrals
-Radiographs (x-rays)
-Periodontal Evaluations
-Cleaning and Polishing Teeth
-Fluoride Treatments
-Dietary and Nutritional Counseling
-Oral Hygiene Instructions/Patient Education
-Sealant Application
-Restorative Procedures (amalgam, composite, glass ionomer)
-Desensitization Procedures
-Dental Disease Risk Assessments
To make an appointment, please contact Debbie Pringle:
850.872.3833
Hours of Operation: By appointment only, Fall Semester Hours are Mon, Wed 8:30am - 11:30am, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Panama City
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.