Inclement Weather
When we are experiencing inclement weather conditions, information regarding business hours will be posted to our social media accounts or you may call (207) 221-4747 and follow the prompts. The Oral Health Center hours may vary from the University during a delayed opening and we encourage you to check before traveling for your appointment. If you have a scheduled appointment, we will contact you to reschedule once we resume regular business hours.
Receive Quality Dental Care, Support Maine Dental Students
The UNE Oral Health Center is the clinical education center for the University of New England’s College of Dental Medicine. In our state-of-the-art clinic, dental students provide comprehensive oral health care under the supervision of licensed dentists and hygienists — offering high‑quality care at reduced rates while supporting the education of Maine’s future dental professionals. We maintain all required clinic compliance policies to ensure a safe, healthy environment for our patients.
What to Expect at the UNE Oral Health Center
As a teaching clinic, there are a few important things to know about our care model, fees, and scheduling.
- We accept patients of all ages.
- Care is provided by dental students and supervised by licensed faculty dentists and hygienists.
- We operate on the University’s semester system, and appointment availability is affected by academic schedules and student breaks.
- Appointments are typically about three hours long.
- We are a fee‑for‑service clinic, with fees generally 30%–50% lower than private practices.
- We participate with Northeast Delta Dental and MaineCare.
- We are not able to offer payment plans or sliding‑scale fees.
Scope of Care
The UNE Oral Health Center provides and teaches comprehensive dental care. Because of this educational model:
- We do not accept referrals for limited or single‑procedure treatments.
- Patients seeking care only for services such as a crown, implant, or wisdom tooth removal may not be a good fit for our clinic.
New patient appointment availability is limited each semester. Learn more about eligibility and next steps on our New Patients page.
Other Dental Care Options
- Patients experiencing a dental emergency — such as pain, infection, or a broken tooth causing discomfort — should visit our Urgent Care Clinic.
While we do offer preventative care, patients seeking dental hygiene services (such as regular and deep cleanings) may be a better fit for our Dental Hygiene Clinic.
Dental Services
Comprehensive Oral Health Care
The UNE Oral Health Center provides comprehensive oral health care. Each patient’s dental and medical needs are carefully evaluated, and treatment options are determined based on clinical appropriateness and educational suitability. Not all services may be available for every patient.
Services We Commonly Provide
- Preventive care, including checkups, X‑rays, cleanings, deep cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments
- Fillings and restorations
- Crowns
- Bridges
- Root canals
- Extractions
- Dentures and partial dentures
- Veneers
- Implants
- Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
- Urgent dental care
Services We Do Not Offer
To support our comprehensive care model, the UNE Oral Health Center does not provide:
- “All‑on‑4” upper dentures
- Implant‑supported partial dentures
- IV sedation or general anesthesia
- Restoration or removal of implants placed by another provider
- Sleep or snore appliances
To schedule an appointment or ask questions about services, please call (207) 221‑4747 or email oralhealthcenter@une.edu.
Hours of Operation
The UNE Oral Health Center is generally open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–5 p.m., based on the academic calendar and student availability.
Because we are a university‑based teaching clinic:
- The clinic may close for University or College events, holidays, and semester breaks.
- The most up‑to‑date information about unexpected or short‑term closures is typically shared on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
- If the clinic is closed for an extended period, our phone message and email auto‑reply will reflect the closure.
Urgent Care Walk‑In Clinic
The Urgent Care Walk‑In Clinic is open Monday through Thursday. Patients may check in starting at 7:30 a.m. for the morning session or 12:30 p.m. for the afternoon session.
Directions and Parking
The UNE Oral Health Center is located on UNE’s Portland Campus for the Health Sciences at 750 Stevens Avenue, Portland, Maine. Our mailing address is 716 Stevens Avenue, Portland, ME 04103.
Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to allow time for parking and check‑in.
Getting Here
Parking
- Free parking is available in the surface lot at 750 Stevens Avenue.
- Limited street parking may also be available near the building.
Public Transportation
- Greater Portland Metro bus routes 2, 9A, and 9B have stops nearby.
- Lakes Regional Bus (LRB) also serves the area.