Dental Health
My Community Dental Centers of Howell, owned by the Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) and operated by My Community Dental Centers (MCDC), provides quality oral health care to all patients in need of a new dental home. The center focuses specifically on patients who are underserved or without insurance, those on Medicaid, Healthy Michigan Plan, or Healthy Kids, and those who have difficulty accessing dental services.
My Community Dental Centers of Howell
1335 Byron Rd
Howell, MI 48843
Call 517-552-0321 to learn more and become a new patient.
Oral Health Tips
Oral health is an important aspect of overall health. Dental disease can be painful and affect quality of life. Treatment can be expensive, even with insurance. The old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” is never more true than when applied to one’s teeth. With proper care, your teeth can stay healthy and strong throughout your entire life.
- Oral Health Tips for Children: Learn what you can do to prevent cavities in infants and children.
- Oral Health Tips for Adults: Adults can have oral health challenges throughout their lifetime. With proper steps, many oral health problems and diseases can be avoided.
- Special Tips For Seniors: Standard Medicare (Part A and Part B) does not cover routine dental treatment but many Medicare Supplements do. Maintaining good dental health after you retire is very important.
- A-Z Topics From the American Dental Association: Information about dental topics – Abscess to x-rays, and everything in between!
- The Dangers of Sugary Drinks: It’s not just soda pop that causes decay! Nutrition is important for a healthy mouth.
Other Resources
- Need Help Finding a Dentist?
- VINA Dental: Providing affordable dental care to Livingston County residents.
- Livingston District Dental Society: To find a local dentist or access dental education and information.
Did you know?
Kindergarteners are required to have a dental screening so that any problems can be fixed and they attend school ready to learn.
Last Modified April 6, 2026
