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A dental visit means being examined by your dentist, who diagnoses and treats conditions that can range from routine to extremely complex. Members of the dental team may include a dentist, dental assistants, lab technicians, and dental hygienists.
Location: Building 121, Area 1
DSN: 632-5060
Comm: 0434-30-5060
After Hours Emergency: +39-335-848-2558
Hours: 0730-1630, Monday-Friday (closed thired Tuesday of the month)
Services Offered
Routine Care (fillings)‘
Preventive Care (cleanings, fluoride treatment)
Specialty Services (root canals, oral surgery, periodontics, implants)
Pediatric Dentistry
Important Information
Priority is given to active-duty personnel. Dental care for eligible dependents and retirees is based on space availability. Emergency care for true dental emergencies is available after hours.
Services Available
In addition to general dentistry, we offer specialty care such as comprehensive dentistry, endodontics, oral-maxillofacial surgery, oral radiology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and prosthodontics. Please be aware that our orthodontics resources are limited. For those who do not qualify for orthodontic care, or wish to seek care out in town, we have information to guide you in your decision. Active duty members must receive permission from their command to receive care on the economy. Implant dentistry is available for active duty members if all qualifications and indications are met.
Dental Options Outside of Military Dental Clinics
For dental care outside of a military dental clinic, TRICARE offers dental coverage for service members, families and survivors. Additionally, retired service members, their families and certain survivors may qualify to purchase dental coverage through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program.
To learn more and see which plan you may use, visit www.tricare.mil/dental.
For a list of providers in the area, please contact our front desk.
The U.S. Embassy in Italy offers a list of English-speaking dentists, available here: https://it.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/doctors.
Here are some recommendations for general at-home care for your teeth:
Brush your teeth at least twice daily for two minutes. Use fluoridated toothpaste and a soft-bristle toothbrush.
Clean between your teeth (i.e. flossing) at least once daily, preferably at night before going to bed.
When purchasing dental hygiene products, look for the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance.
Avoid sugary beverages, such as sodas, energy drinks, fruit juices, sweet teas, sugary coffees, etc. If you do consume these beverages, finish the drink within 20 minutes and drink water after. Always drink plenty of water.
Limit snacking between meals. Ideally, take four hour breaks (or longer) between meals/snacks. Frequent sugar consumption and additional snacking between meals is more predictive of tooth decay than total sugar consumption, according to the American Dental Association.
Avoid tobacco use, including smoking, vaping, and dipping. The use of tobacco puts you at risk for oral cancer, periodontal disease, gum recession, dry mouth, tooth decay, and halitosis (bad breath).
Schedule your annual dental exam by calling DSN: 632-5060 or Comm: 0434-30-5060.
An infant’s first dental visit should be scheduled when his/her first teeth appear, or at the latest his/her first birthday according to the American Acadamy of Pediatric Dentistry.
