Pierre Toussaint Dental Office

The Pierre Toussaint Dental Office is a dedicated dental clinic located at 830 N Spruce St, Wilmington, DE 19801. It operates as a vital program under the umbrella of the Ministry of Caring Inc., a federally certified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization that has been serving the homeless and poor since 1977. This clinic specializes in providing basic dental services to uninsured poor patients aged 19 to 64 across all three counties in Delaware. Their mission is rooted in the Ministry of Caring's core value: "the poor should never be treated poorly." As such, they aim to deliver dental care with dignity and respect to an underserved population. Services offered at the Pierre Toussaint Dental Office are comprehensive for general dental needs and include routine cleanings, fillings, extractions, and the provision of dentures and partial dentures. They also conduct oral cancer exams. The office has a full-time dentist and staff, who previously averaged 45 to 50 patients a week, a significant portion of whom were homeless or living in emergency shelters. The clinic has historically faced challenges, including the need for facility upgrades and equipment modernization, which the Ministry of Caring actively seeks funding for through initiatives like the Helen & Patrick J. McHugh Sr. Dental Fund. This highlights their ongoing commitment to maintaining and expanding their capacity to serve the community. The clinic is an essential resource for those who might otherwise lack access to dental care, contributing significantly to the oral health and overall well-being of vulnerable populations in Wilmington and the surrounding areas.