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Dental Checkups
Regular exams help keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Free Dental Care
Quality dental care, no cost barriers.
At HANDS of St. Lucie County, we believe that quality dental care is a necessity. Our free Dental Clinic provides top-notch dental services to individuals and families who are uninsured in our community.
Dental Impact · July 2024 – June 2025
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Total dental visits delivered, free of charge.
$970,475
Valuation of dental services provided at no cost.
Services Offered
Free dental services, in‑clinic.
Routine, preventative, and restorative dental care — provided at no cost by our volunteer dental team.
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Teeth Cleanings
Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar to prevent decay and gum disease.
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Dental Fillings
We use high-quality materials to treat cavities and restore teeth.
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Tooth Extractions
We safely remove teeth when necessary.
Via network partner
Dentures
Available through one of our network partners. Not free of charge — but at steeply discounted rates.
Why HANDS
The only free dental clinic in St. Lucie County.
HANDS is the only clinic in St. Lucie County offering free dental care for the adult residents of Fort Pierce and Port Saint Lucie.
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Expert Care
Our dental team consists of skilled professionals committed to excellence.
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Compassionate Service
We treat our patients with kindness and understanding, emphasizing empathy and respect in healthcare.
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Community Focused
As a dental clinic serving the community, we dedicate ourselves to ensuring everyone has access to the dental care they need.
The Process
Four steps to your first appointment.
Every new patient starts the same way — here’s how you’ll get to the dental chair.
Step 01
See a Patient Navigator
Before you can receive services at HANDS, you must be seen by a Patient Navigator who will help you through the application process, and set your first appointment to be seen.
Step 02
See a Primary Care Provider
After seeing a Patient Navigator, you must first be seen by one of our primary physicians.
Step 03
Request a Dental Referral
When you are being seen, make sure to tell your doctor that you wish to be seen by the dental department and he/she will make that referral for you.
Step 04
Schedule Your Dental Visit
Once referred, schedule your dental appointment by calling our office at (772) 462-5646.
Hours of Operation
When we’re open.
Hours cover all services at our main facility.
- Monday8:30am – 5:00pm
- Tuesday8:30am – 5:00pm
- Wednesday8:30am – 5:00pm
- Thursday8:30am – 12:00pm
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions, answered.
Don’t see your question here? Call us at (772) 462-5646.
Who qualifies for free dental care?
We serve low-income residents of St. Lucie County between the ages of 19 and 64 without access to insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or veteran's services.
How do I make an appointment?
Call our office during hours of operation at (772) 462-5646.
Is there an application process to be seen?
Yes. Before you can receive services at HANDS, you must be seen by a Patient Navigator who will help you through the application process, and set your first appointment.
Will I see the dentist right away?
After seeing a Patient Navigator, you must first be seen by one of our primary physicians. When you are being seen, tell your doctor that you wish to be seen by the dental department and they'll make that referral for you.
Are all of your services free of charge?
No. We offer many in-house services at no cost. However, some services require equipment or specialists we don't have access to for free — in those cases we refer to a network partner where you'll receive the care at a discounted rate.
Do you do dentures?
Yes. Denture work is done through one of our network partners and is not free, but we receive steeply discounted rates.
Ready when you are
Ready for your appointment?
Check your eligibility in two minutes, or call us during hours of operation and we’ll walk you through the process.