Dental clinic returns in January

Illinois Valley Community College’s dental health program provides free and low-cost dental care to the public, and appointments are available for a clinic that operates from Jan. 15 to May 5, 2026.

Morning appointments are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Visits may last up to two hours depending on the services required and can be scheduled by calling the clinic at 815-224-0227 or emailing DentalHealthCenter@ivcc.edu. During the time the college is closed for winter break from Dec. 20 through Jan. 1, potential patients should email the Dental Health Center to prevent a delay in scheduling.

IVCC dental assisting and dental hygiene students provide dental exams, regular cleanings, deep cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatments and sealants. They are supervised by volunteering dentists and licensed dental hygienists who perform some procedures.

The clinic does not provide restorative, surgical, or prosthetic procedures, but refers those procedures to area dentists with the completed treatment plan and diagnostic materials provided by the clinic at no additional cost.

The clinic is a valuable training setting for students and an important resource for the community because it makes dental care accessible and affordable.

The public pays $30 for cleanings (cash or check only). Exams, x-rays and sealants are free. IVCC students and employees receive all services at no cost. The clinic does not accept any form of insurance for payment, but the $30 fee will be waived for patients who show proof that they qualify for Medicare or Medicaid