1999 Dental cramping a pain for students Phillip Gomez for the Kaimin Students have been flocking to the dentist this past school year, so much so that students can't get an appointment for a checkup at the Student Dental Service for the rest of the semester. Appointments with dental hygienists for teeth cleanings are still available, however. We have a ton of cleaning spots available. But for regular examinations or routine check ups, it's too late this year. The clinic blacked out the calendar in mid-March to allow room for emergencies and other more urgent, scheduled treatments.
Students are also limited to routine X-rays and check ups once every two years.
The clinic, located down the hall from the health service reception area, lacks office space, Garrett said. That's the main reason why only two dentists are available to serve the campus community, he said. Some students are being turned away. Chris Pohl couldn't get an appointment. The senior in anthropology is graduating next month and was hoping to get one last examination.