Glacier Community Health Center

Dental Implants

Dental implant placement is offered.

Root Canals

Endodontic treatment for infected teeth.

Tooth Extractions

Tooth extractions are available.

Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are provided.

Wisdom Teeth Extraction

Surgical extraction of wisdom teeth.

Sealants

Dental sealants are applied to protect teeth.

Crowns and Bridges

Advanced restorative dental services including crowns and bridges.

Comprehensive Oral Exams

Full oral examinations to assess dental health.

Preventative Hygiene Services

Cleanings by a registered dental hygienist, including ultrasonic cleanings with no scraping.

Cancer Screening

Oral cancer screenings are offered as part of basic preventive care.

School Screenings

Dental screenings are provided at schools.

Head Start Screening

Dental screenings for Head Start participants.

Panorex 2D Technology

Panoramic X-ray technology that provides a single image of the entire mouth, including the TMJ and sinus cavity, useful for detecting infections, impacted teeth, tumors, and other concerns.

Dr

Shane Hofner, DDS

Dentist

Listed as a provider, but no detailed bio provided.

Dr

Danielle Kennedy, DDS

Dental Director

Blackfeet Tribal member, graduated from Cut Bank High School in 2002, received scholarship from Indian Health Service to attend University of Washington School of Dentistry, graduated in 2011. Worked at IHS as general dentist for four years and supervisor for two. Joined GCHC in 2018 as Dental Director.

Dr

Donald Ririe, DDS

Dentist

Graduated from University of Iowa with a degree in dentistry. Worked in private practice in Utah, then five years with Kaiser in Oregon, and six years in private practice in Portland. Did sedation dentistry to help patients with fear of dentists.

Dr

MacKenzie Carlson, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Joined GCHC dental team in June 2017. Attended University of Montana and Great Falls College MSU where she earned dental hygiene degree. Was a dental assistant for two years prior. Born and raised in Choteau, Montana.

Dr

Erin Larson, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Graduated high school in Cut Bank in 2012, attended Blackfeet Community College, then Great Falls MSU and completed Dental Hygiene program. Has been a hygienist for 5 years.