Information for Patients

School of Dentistry
University of Louisville
501 South Preston
Louisville, KY 40202-1701

The University of Louisville Dental School supports Preventive Dentistry

PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY

Why is preventive dentistry important and when should
you start?

Preventive Dentistry means a healthy smile that requires fewer visits to the Dentist:

1. Eating becomes more enjoyable because healthy mouths chew more easily
   and gain more nutrients from the foods they eat.
2. You can also speak more quickly and clearly.
3. People with healthier mouths have a better chance of general health, because disease in the mouth can endanger the rest of the body.
4. A healthy mouth is more attractive, and you can have confidence that you are putting forth your best appearance.
5. Preventive Dentistry is the first step to becoming cavity-free.

Preventive dentistry begins Regular Tooth brushing.
The earlier your dental visit, the better the chance of preventing dental disease and reducing your time in the Dentist’s Chair
Visit your dentist for a complete examination to lay the foundations for having the best in dental health.

PATIENT SERVICES: Phone
502 852-5096

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry has been providing dental care for almost 110 years. It offers a full range of general and specialty dental services for the public. This information in this section will help you learn more about the type of patient care available through the school.

If you have any questions please contact us at 502 852-5096 or see a list of our important phone numbers.

About the Patient Clinics

The School of Dentistry offers three levels of care and a variety of programs and services to accommodate most patient needs.

• Student Clinics - provide routine dental care
• Graduate and Specialty Clinics - For patients with complex treatment needs or for whom time is a concern
• Faculty Practice - For patients interested in being treated by the School's faculty

School of Dentistry
University of Louisville
501 South Preston
Louisville, KY 40202-1701

Support Dental Education 

PATIENT SERVICES

Clinics

Registration

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry's mission is to educate dental practitioners. Patients are accepted for treatment in the School's clinics if their treatment needs are appropriate to satisfy the education objectives.

Patients have the right to receive treatment that meets or exceeds the current standards of care for the dental profession in a considerate, respectful, and confidential manner regardless of race, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

To make a new patient appointment, please call Patient Registration at 852-5096 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.

Forms

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• Quality Assurance Form [PDF]
• Patient Rights and Information [PDF]
• HIPAA [PDF]

Hours

Our clinics are open for patient treatment from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 
Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday.

Emergency Care

Current Patients

If you are currently a patient of the School and have a dental emergency, please contact your group scheduler:

• Group A Scheduler - 502 852-2131
• Group B Scheduler - 502 852-3908
• Group C Scheduler - 502 852-2133
• Group D Scheduler - 502 852-2130
• Group E Scheduler - 502 852-2125
• Group F Scheduler - 502 852-2128

Non-Established Patients

If you are not an established patient, you are still eligible to receive urgent care. Please contact Patient Services at (502) 852-5096. You may only receive emergency treatment by appointment. The School does not accept walk-in patients. 

Fees and Insurance

Since the School of Dentistry gets part of its funding through its clinic operations, there will be a charge for the services you receive. Patients are requested to pay for services at the time treatment is provided. The School accepts cash, personal checks, major credit cards and most dental insurance plans. Our Patient Services Office can assist you with questions about your bill and in processing your insurance claims. To contact Patient Services, please call 852-5096. Read more about fees and insurance...

Important Phone Numbers

A full list of phone numbers is also available.