TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
NAVAL DENTAL CENTER, GREAT LAKES
OUR MISSION: TO FUEL THE FLEET WITH DENTALLY HEALTHY SAILORS
Meaning: We are directed by the Navy to provide the Fleet with sailors able to
do their jobs free from tooth pain and the potential of dental emergencies,
which can lead to a lack of mission accomplishment for the Navy. We take pride
in our commitment to provide you, the Navy’s finest, with the best quality
dental care.
1. Our commitment to you will begin on your P-2 day of training (DOT) at Bldg.
1523 (Recruit Inprocessing).
a. Your Dental record will be constructed.
b. X-rays will be taken to aid in determining what treatment you will
require in basic training.
c. Health promotion presentations will be available while you are in Dental.
2. We understand the concerns of patients seeing a dentist for the first time.
All patients will be treated with the same respect. If you are having a
Dental problem while in basic training (toothache, trauma, or swelling),
please be aware there is a Duty Dental Officer is available 24 hours a day
to handle any Dental emergency. Inform your Recruit Division Commander that
you are having a problem and they will arrange to have you seen and get the
problem corrected.
3. On your P-4 DOT at Bldg. 1523, you will receive a detailed Dental exam.
a. A treatment plan will be provided to correspond to your Dental needs.
b. Patients identified as having a large number of cavities or unhealthy
gums will be given special care during their tour at Great Lakes.
c. Some patients may receive Dental treatment on their P-4 DOT.
d. If you do not understand what care is going to be provided, please ask a
staff member- we are here to help you. The more you understand about
your dental care needs, the better you can take care of your oral health.
4. You will begin to receive Dental care on your 1-5 DOT at Bldg. 1017 (USS
OSBORNE), including fillings, cleanings, and wisdom teeth evaluations.
a. Those patients requiring additional care will be given appointments
during recruit training.
b. Every effort will be made to complete all your urgent care in basic
training.
c. Your cooperation in keeping your appointments is essential. Failed
appointments not only hurt you, but also your fellow shipmates. Keeping
your appointment shows us your belief in the Navy Core Value of
Commitment.
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