Our Mission

Improve the health and well-being of all populations in Mattapan and surrounding communities by providing exceptional comprehensive integrated health services.

Hours of Operation

Mon - Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

Call the Health Center for more information at 617.296.0061

Building Healthier Communities Since 1972

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Opening times

Opening times

Mon thru Thurs - 8.00 AM - 5.00 PM, Fri 8.30 AM to 5.00 PM, Closed on Weekends

Dental Health Services

About Us

Who We Are

The mission of Mattapan Community Health Center (MCHC) is to improve the health and thereby help enhance the quality of life for all residents of Mattapan and surrounding communities by providing exceptional primary care and preventive health and social services.

Families and individuals in and around Boston have turned to the Mattapan Community Health Center for a wide array of healthcare services. Mattapan Community Health Center is a comprehensive health delivery organization that services individuals from Mattapan and its surrounding areas of Dorchester, Roxbury, and Hyde Park, as well as adjacent Boston suburbs like Brockton, Randolph, and Stoughton.

It is the only community health center in Mattapan and Hyde Park. Established in 1972 as the Avenue Neighborhood Health Center; it was incorporated in 1974 with its current name. Mattapan Community Health Center was independently licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and still remains so today. Its Board members represent communities served by the Health Center. The Senior Executive Team and the MCHC staff are diverse, dedicated, experienced professionals.

The Mattapan Community Health Center Dental Clinic was established in the early 70’s to address the dental health needs of the Mattapan and Hyde Park Communities.The clinic has created healthy smiles for patients of all ages and from all walks of life. Our team of caring and experienced dental health professionals will take time to get to know you and understand your unique needs. We’ll work with you to develop a dental treatment plan that will result in the beautiful and healthy smile you’ve always wanted.

The Mattapan Community Health Center Dental Clinic was established in the early 70’s to address the dental health needs of the Mattapan and Hyde Park Communities.The clinic has created healthy smiles for patients of all ages and from all walks of life. Our team of caring and experienced dental health professionals will take time to get to know you and understand your unique needs. We’ll work with you to develop a dental treatment plan that will result in the beautiful and healthy smile you’ve always wanted.

Our Dental Department offers screenings, exams, diagnosis, and basic restorative services such as fillings. Specialty services including periodontal treatment, root canals, crown and bridge work, teeth whitening and dentures. Department hours are weekdays from 9 am to 12noon and 1 pm to 5 pm.

The Dental Department also offers walk-in care for emergencies. We ask that patients arrive no later than 9 am for the morning session and no later than 1 pm for the afternoon session. Patients will be seen and scheduled on a first come first served basis.

Features of MCHC Dental Clinic:
- Utilization of the latest in digital radiography, digital imaging and computerized medical record technologies for improving quality of care to our patients.
- Panoramic X-ray makes a complete half circle from ear to ear, producing a complete two-dimensional representation which gives an overall picture of all teeth and jaw bones.
- A secure Patient Portal where you can access documentation of recent visits and medications. You can also send secure messages to your doctor and schedule appointments.

We are proud to be a training site for various dental schools in the greater Boston area including Harvard University, Boston University, and Tuft University School of Dentistry.

Call today to book an appointment and experience the exceptional care we provide.