SMILE ON 65+ Patients
Am I eligible for SMILE ON 65+?
SMILE ON 65+ client eligibility criteria:
- The client must be a minimum of 65 years old;
- be a Tennessee resident;
- have an income level below 200% poverty, and
- be dentally uninsured.
What services are offered through SMILE ON 65+? *
*Limits may apply.
- Emergency Care, X-Rays, and Exams
- Fillings
- Dentures and Partials
- Crowns
- Root Canals
- Cleanings and Preventive Care
- Periodontal Treatment (gum disease)
- Transportation assistance in the form of travel vouchers are available based on need
- Case Management, through Community Dental Health Coordinators (CDHCs), is available to help older adults navigate available services and eliminate barriers to treatment
Services not covered by SMILE ON 65+ may be offered by the clinic on a sliding fee scale.
What is the cost to receive services in SMILE ON 65+?
Older adults that meet eligibility will be asked to contribute a facility fee of $25 at each appointment for covered services.
How do I become a SMILE ON 65+ Patient?
If you believe you meet the eligibility criteria, please call the SMILE ON 65+ hotline at 1-800-509-6055.