What Makes Local Start Dental Unique?
Local Start Dental in Durham, North Carolina offers not-for-profit dental services specializing in prosthodontics—dentures, implant overdentures, and dental implants. They also provide a dental training program for UNC Adams School of Dentistry students. Finally, they provide advanced training to established dentists who wish to improve their knowledge and skills of the latest prosthodontic techniques.
Local Start Dental is committed to the community. The not-for-profit aspect helps address the needs of underserved populations in North Carolina. At the same time, the teaching and training component allows them to give back to the community through professional development.
Local Start Dental is a specialized dental services clinic in the Triangle area that offers reduced-cost dental services to those who qualify and provides advanced teaching and training to dental students and established practitioners. Local Start Dental is unique in its approach, commitment, and engagement with the community and academic partners. Call 919.569.5533 now to learn more.
How Does It Work?
It may seem challenging to operate a not-for-profit dental services clinic. However, we have a few advantages to our business model that allow us to do just that:
We are not a general dental services clinic. We are specialized in dental prosthetics, like dentures or dental implants.
We offer real-world clinical training and experience to UNC Adams School of Dentistry students.
We offer continuing education and professional development for licensed dentists from across the United States who can learn in our facility.
Need
We identified a need for low-cost tooth replacement services in North Carolina. Many North Carolinians have lost some or all of their natural teeth, and many people turn to emergency rooms for dental pain, where they generally receive treatment only for pain and not underlying dental issues.
UNC Dentistry School
The UNC Adams School of Dentistry students require hands-on clinical training. Our facility and resources allow dental students to gain hands-on clinical experience under supervision.
Professional Development
We offer professional development for dentists across the United States who are already licensed but wish to learn new or advanced techniques. Again, we provide enhanced training and professional development to dentists with established practices.
Sustainability
The revenue derived from professional development clients and from patients who can pay for prosthodontic services allows Local Start Dental to offer reduced-fee services, including pro bono care for qualifying patients in extreme financial need. This “service-and-training” model enables us to execute and achieve short- and long-term goals.
Our Commitment to Community Drives Us
Local Start Dental has a simple Mission: “Restoring smiles and confidence for neighbors in need; while advancing the clinical skills of dental professionals.”
As part of our Vision, Local Start Dental provides a dental treatment and training center focused on high-quality tooth replacement services for all adults, including veterans, the elderly, and low-income or impoverished adults throughout North Carolina.
And our Core Values inform everything we do:
Collaboration: Creating community partnerships to identify and serve patients who are most in need
Learning: Providing progressive educational opportunities for dentists and dental students, equipping them with advanced skills
Innovation: Using current technology to provide patients and dental professionals with a high-quality experience
Care: Delivering compassionate treatment in a welcoming and safe environment
Contact Local Start Dental Today to Learn More
Local Start Dental offers a unique approach to not-for-profit prosthodontic services and dental training programs. By servicing those in need through low-cost dental services and training the next generation of dental professionals in our clinic while educating existing professionals in new techniques and approaches, Local Start Dental executes its Mission and attains its Vision while remaining true to its Core Values.
Call 919.569.5533 or reach out online today to learn more!
Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Every patient's situation is unique, and treatment recommendations may vary based on individual circumstances, medical history, and oral health conditions.
Only a qualified dental professional can determine appropriate treatment after a thorough examination and consultation.
The content on this page is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any dental condition. Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare providers regarding any questions you may have about oral health treatments.
Local Start Dental's fee schedules, financing options, and sliding scale programs are subject to change and qualification requirements. Contact our office directly for current eligibility information.
Individual results may vary, and there are risks associated with any surgical procedure.
