Salud Family Health Centers is pleased to offer dental options to your student at their school.
Salud Family Health Centers is pleased to offer dental options to your student at their school.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about SaludSchools Dental program? This page includes answers to common questions about student sign-up, available services, participating schools, insurance and cost, follow-up care, and what families can expect during school-based dental visits.
If you do not see your question listed, please contact our team for additional assistance at (303) MY-SALUD or saludschools@saludclinic.org.
Getting Started
How do I enroll my child in this program?
I don’t see my child’s school listed.
Program availability may vary by school and district partnership. If your child’s school is not currently listed, services may not yet be available at that location. You can contact our team at (insert email) to ask about current participation, future expansion opportunities, or partnership interest for your school or district.
Is parental consent required every year?
Most programs require updated consent forms and health information annually.
Do I need to fill out every answer on this form?
Yes, you must fill out all required fields to register your child in our program. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are required to collect certain information annually as part of your program registration, including: Income and household size Race and Ethnicity Agricultural status Please note, that to receive care in our programs and clinics and remain an active participant or patient, you must complete the income and household size annually.
What if I need help completing the consent form? What languages are available?
Call (303) MY-SALUD for help with completing the consent form, if needed. Translation services are available in many languages, so please reach out for assistance.
Your Child's Visit
Do I have to be present during treatment?
No, parental or guardian consent is obtained in advance, and services are provided during the school day. Families receive a report detailing services provided, findings, and recommendations for follow-up care.
What if my child is anxious about dental treatment?
Staff are trained to work with children and use child-friendly, trauma-informed approaches to help students feel comfortable.
How much classroom time will students miss?
Most preventive visits take 15–30 minutes. We strive to minimize disruption to important learning.
Who provides the care?
Licensed dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other qualified oral health professionals.
What are your infection control standards?
Equipment is sterilized and maintained according to strict infection-control guidelines. We follow all OSHA, CDC, and other state dental board infection-control standards.
After the Visit
What happens if my child needs follow-up
dental care?
If additional dental care or treatment is recommended after your child’s visit, Salud staff will contact you with follow-up information and next steps. Depending on your child’s needs, this may include referrals, recommendations for additional treatment, or scheduling care at a Salud clinic or another dental provider. Our team will work with families to help coordinate appropriate follow-up care and answer any questions throughout the process.
Does this visit replace routine dental visit?
Our school-based dental services complement your child’s dental care, but do not replace visits with your primary dentist! We send your child home with screening results that you can share with your child’s dentist. If your dentist has questions, they can call us at (303) MY-SALUD.
Privacy and Information
How is my child’s information protected?
We take your child's privacy seriously. All health information collected through our SaludSchools Dental program is protected by federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA. Records are stored securely, access is limited to authorized healthcare staff, and information is only shared as necessary to provide care, process insurance claims, or as otherwise permitted by law.