Apple Tree Dental Fergus Falls

Apple Tree Dental Fergus Falls is one of several Centers for Dental Health operated by Apple Tree Dental, a non-profit organization established in Minnesota in 1985. The organization's core mission is to overcome barriers to oral health and provide comprehensive dental care to all individuals, particularly those with special access needs, disabilities, the elderly, and underserved populations. The Fergus Falls location, like other Apple Tree Dental centers, serves as a hub for both in-clinic and on-site mobile dental services, extending care to nursing facilities, group homes, Head Start centers, schools, and assisted living facilities in the surrounding communities. Apple Tree Dental offers a wide range of services, including preventive care (exams, cleanings, X-rays, fluoride varnishes, sealants), restorative dentistry (fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions), and specialized care such as dental implants, sedation dentistry, and specific services for patients with special needs or dental anxiety. They are recognized for their pioneering approach to integrating dental care as part of overall health and well-being. The organization emphasizes a patient-centered approach, offering financial assistance options like income-based plans for uninsured individuals, accepting most insurance plans, and providing financing options through Care Credit. They have also been noted for launching Minnesota's first rural general dentistry residency program at their Fergus Falls center, demonstrating a commitment to addressing the shortage of dental care in rural areas. Apple Tree Dental's model is built on community collaborative practice, tailoring services to the unique needs of each community and working with numerous community partners. Their focus on education, prevention, and restorative services, combined with their innovative mobile delivery system and care coordination, has garnered national recognition.