Coming Soon!
In 2026, the Dental Hygiene program will move to the new, state-of-the-art Health
Sciences building on our Orchard Ridge Campus. Here, you will meet and work with expert
caring faculty, staff, and students in all the healthcare disciplines – just as you’ll
experience in the field. Check out the new facilities.
Our Services
Our clinic offers various services, from cleanings, x-rays, bleaching, and more. We
provide high-quality supervised treatment at an affordable cost. Services include:
- Bleaching trays
- Cleaning (Oral prophylaxis)
- Deep Scaling (Periodontal debridement)
- Mouth & Sleep guards
- Sealants
- X-rays (Radiograph)
Pricing & What to expect
As a teaching facility, our appointments may take longer than in private practice
due to student supervision and evaluation. Appointments can last up to three and a
half hours, and multiple sessions may be required to complete your treatment. Prices
are subject to change. The fee schedule is as follows:
Arestin
Arestin is a powdered antibiotic that's applied directly to the gums after a deep
cleaning/scaling. It targets bacteria that regular cleaning might miss, helping to
prevent gum infections. The procedure takes about 5 minutes, and your OCC dental student
clinician will give you post-treatment care instructions.
Cost: $10 per tooth
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Bleaching
Bleaching: For established patients, we offer custom whitening trays. Our students
will take impressions and make the trays. You'll receive whitening gel syringes to
use with the trays. After your cleaning, we'll take impressions, and you'll pick up
the trays at your follow-up appointment. Our student clinician will provide detailed
instructions for at-home whitening.
Cost:
Bleaching trays/kit (initial): $75
Bleaching trays: $50
Bleach (four tubes): $25
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Cleaning (prophylaxis), Fluoride & Oral Exam
We focus on preventing oral health problems and providing personalized home care instructions.
Our students clean teeth using hand instruments or power tools, floss, and polish
to remove buildup and improve oral health.
We then provide a 3-5 minute fluoride treatment after cleanings to help prevent tooth
decay.
Cost:
Adult: $30
Senior: (55 years and older): $20
Child: (14 years and younger): $20
OCC Student: Free, must show current schedule
Full-time OCC Employee: Free
Families of OCC employees and current part-time OCC employees: The first cleaning
is free, and charges are discounted for future visits.
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Deep scaling (Periodontal debridement)
A deep cleaning, or SRP, removes plaque and tartar above and below the gum line. This
procedure helps tighten dental pockets and restore gum health. Local anesthetic may
be used for comfort. Arestin may also be needed after this cleaning.
Cost:
Adult patients: $30
Senior Patients: (55 and Older): $20
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Mouth Guard/Sleep guards
Mouthguards are used to protect teeth during grinding or contact sports. Our students
take impressions to create custom mouthguards that fit comfortably and provide optimal
protection.
Cost:
Mouthguard: $50
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Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is used as a mild sedative to reduce anxiety during
dental procedures. A mask is placed over the nose and mouth, and the dosage is adjusted
to provide a comfortable and calming experience. Patients should communicate with
the clinician throughout the appointment to ensure their comfort level is maintained.
Cost:
$20 per four-hour visit
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Sealant
Sealants are a protective coating applied to teeth to prevent cavities and decay.
Cost:
With a prophylaxis: $5 per tooth
Without a prophylaxis: $10 per tooth
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X-rays (Radiographs)
We take dental x-rays to get a clear image of your teeth and jaws. We use low-radiation
technology to minimize exposure for our patients. If you're due for updated x-rays,
we'll take them during your first appointment.
Cost:
Full mouth X-ray: $10
Panoramic X-ray: $25
Additional copies of X-ray:$10
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Clinic Fast-Facts
Looking for more information about our dental clinic? Learn more about our hours
of operation, location, directions, what to bring, and more.
Hours of Operation
September - April:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed 11:30 AM - 1 PM)
Tuesday, Thursday (January - April): 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed 11:30 AM - 1 PM)
May - June:
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed 12:30 PM - 2 PM)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed 11:30 AM - 1 PM)
Location: Google Directions: 7350 Cooley Lake Rd. Waterford, MI 48327 Campus Map: Levinson Hall Room 310
Parking: Lot H is the closest to our facility. Parking is limited. If lot H is full, patients can
park anywhere at the Highland Lakes campus without receiving a ticket.
What to bring: ID, insurance card, student schedule (if applicable), current medication prescriptions,
credit/debit card.
Before your appointment: Arrive on time for your appointment. If you must cancel, inform us at least 24 hours
in advance. All patients will receive a reminder call the day before your appointment.
Pre-medication: We only provide pre-medication to patients who require it according to their healthcare
provider. Please contact the clinic to arrange your pre-medication. Please call:
(248) 942-3260
First Time at Our Clinic
On your first visit, you must fill out a patient history form. If you take any medications,
we ask that you bring the prescriptions with you – our students must look up all medications.
When you make your appointment, tell us if you have any of the following:
- Heart conditions
- Recent heart attack
- Recent bypass surgery
- Diabetes
- Hepatitis
- Implants
- Stroke
- Total joint replacement
Payment
Payment is due at the beginning of your appointment and may be made by credit or debit.
The patient is responsible for completing and submitting dental insurance forms. We
do not accept Medicaid.
Cancellation Policy
OCC maintains the right to discontinue patient’s treatment for any appropriate reason,
including:
- Three "no show"/broken appointments or late cancellations
- Excessive tardiness
- Failure to comply with medical or dental recommendations
- Inappropriate behavior, etc.
If you must cancel your appointment, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance.
We do understand that emergencies can occur. Please let the clinic know to reschedule
as soon as possible so student clinicians can try to fill their schedule. You can
call (248) 942-3260.
Patient Rights & Safety Protocols
The Oakland Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic maintains strict infection control
standards to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. All personnel adhere
to guidelines set by OSHA and the CDC.
Our clinic prioritizes patient rights, ensuring respectful treatment, informed consent,
shared decision-making, and high-quality care. Learn about your patient rights.
Infection Control
The Oakland Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic complies with federal, state,
and local infection control guidelines regulated by the Department of Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
All faculty, students, and clinic support staff follow these guidelines to provide
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Patient Rights
These guidelines outline the fundamental rights of OCC patients in dental care. You
will be treated with respect, informed about your treatment, involved in decision-making,
and provided with quality care that addresses both your immediate and long-term oral
health needs.
Patient rights:
- Be treated with respect and consideration for their personal, medical, and dental
needs.
- Be informed of all aspects of their dental treatment.
- Be informed of appointment and fee schedules.
- Review their financial and clinical records.
- Obtain a thorough evaluation of their needs.
- Be treated as partners in care and decision making related to treatment planning.
- Receive current information and be assured of quality treatment.
- Expect confidentiality of all records pertinent to their dental care.
- Be informed if the dentist participates in different third-party payment plans.
- Request and expect appropriate referrals for consultation.
- Be taught how to maintain good oral health for a lifetime.
- Receive treatment that will prevent future dental or oral disease.
- Expect continuity of treatment.
- Be charged with a fair and equitable fee and have appointment schedules and times
maintained.
- Explanation of recommended treatment, treatment alternatives, the option to refuse
treatment, the risk of no treatment and expected outcomes of various treatments.
- Be respected for requesting a second opinion.
- Be respected as human beings who have feelings and needs.
- Request and expect appropriate referrals for consultation.
- Be taught how to maintain good oral health for a lifetime.
- Receive treatment that will prevent future dental or oral disease.
- Expect continuity of treatment.
- Be charged with a fair and equitable fee and have appointment schedules and times
maintained.
- Explanation of recommended treatment, treatment alternatives, the option to refuse
treatment, the risk of no treatment and expected outcomes of various treatments.
- Be respected for requesting a second opinion.
- Be respected as human beings who have feelings and needs.
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Take a look inside the OCC Dental Clinic
Make an appointment today by calling (248) 942-3260
