Rural Health Corporation: Black Creek Dental Center

Rural Health Corporation: Black Creek Dental Center, located at 75 Pineapple St, Nuremberg, PA 18241, is a key part of the larger Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania (RHC). As a 501c3 Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), RHC has been dedicated to providing comprehensive primary and preventive medical and dental healthcare to residents of all income levels since 1971. The Black Creek Dental Center specifically focuses on Oral health, offering services to the community with an emphasis on assisting the indigent, uninsured, and underserved populations. The Dental services provided at Black Creek Dental Center are extensive and aim for total preventive care. These include oral health assessments and examinations, dental X-rays for accurate diagnoses, and professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar and prevent periodontal diseases. They also perform restorative procedures such as fillings for cavities and extractions when a tooth cannot be salvaged. For missing teeth, the center offers bridges and partial or full dentures to restore function, alleviate pain, aid digestion, and improve appearance. Prevention is a strong focus, with services like sealants, fluoride treatments, and individualized oral health education. Patients are also provided with dental hygiene supplies. Complex oral health needs that are beyond the scope of their services are referred to trusted community partners. Dr. Robert Shandrick, DMD, FAGD, a general dentist with over 30 years of experience, is among the practitioners at the Black Creek Dental Center. As an FQHC, Rural Health Corporation offers discounted or free services based on a sliding fee schedule aligned with Federal Poverty Level (FPL) guidelines, making Dental care accessible and affordable.