Every effort is made to assign the patient as quickly as possible.
The waiting period is usually 3 months after screening and x-rays. Patients not assigned within 6 months, may be advised to seek dental care by a private dentist. After 1 year, the patient will be referred for continuation of their dental care at a private dental office of their choice. Students are in a teaching institution and have responsibilities other than patient care. They have classes to attend and are limited in the number of times they can work in a clinic area each week.