Community Service Learning Center – Davidson County, NC

East Carolina University
School of Dental Medicine
Community Service Learning Center-Davidson County
1235 Davidson Community College Road
Thomasville, NC 27360
Phone: 252-737-7400
(Toll Free) 833-895-6936
Fax: 252-737-2932
Email: SODM-CSLCDAVIDSONREFERRAL@ECU.EDU

The ECU School of Dental Medicine Community Service Learning Center in Davidson County, North Carolina, exemplifies the Dental School’s vision to improve the health and quality of life of all North Carolinians by creating leaders with a passion to care for the underserved and by leading the nation in community-based, service learning oral health education.

We are committed to offering comprehensive general dental services for adults, children and special needs patients in a safe, caring and professional setting.

ECU Smiles for Veterans

Dental students helping a veteran in a clinic. Friday, October 16, 2026
1235 Davidson Community College Road
Thomasville, NC 27360

ECU School of Dental Medicine invites pre-qualifying veterans to obtain dental services at our community service learning center in Thomasville during our annual ECU Smiles for Veterans event.

Services include cleanings, fillings and extractions that are free of charge to veterans.

Qualifying veterans are also eligible for future treatment plans through reduced fees and additional assistance.

How To Qualify

Call 252-737-7400 to learn more and complete a pre-screening process.

Eligibility Criteria

Patients cannot have insurance other than Medicaid.

Examinations and X-Rays

Qualifying veterans receive a comprehensive examination and X-rays and only have a 10% copay.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact ECU’s ADA coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event at 252-737-1018 or adacoordinator@ecu.edu.

Appointments

Our clinic is open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m, with the exception of Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The amount of time scheduled for an appointment depends on the patient’s specific needs. We ask that you keep your appointed time for care or provide 24-hour notice of all appointment changes. Parents or legal guardians must accompany minor children.

Call for Appointment

252-737-7400

Payment for Services

Medicaid and other insurance plans are welcome. Payment for services is due when services are rendered and may be made by cash or credit card. If you have dental insurance, we will assist you with your claim submission.

Emergencies

Emergency services will be provided Monday through Friday on a walk-in basis. Please arrive early for emergency services. After hours emergency services will be provided for patients of record as required by calling the after-hours emergency number given during patient registration.

Services

  • Comprehensive General Dentistry
  • Children’s Dentistry
  • Oral Surgery – Extractions
  • Root Canals
  • Sealants and Tooth Colored Fillings
  • Crowns and Bridges
  • Dentures and Partial Dentures
  • Implant Services
  • Periodontal Services and Cleanings
  • Cosmetic Tooth Whitening
  • Digital Radiography
  • 3-D/Cone Beam Imaging