CDI Ohio Mobile Unit Grand Opening | Cleveland Dental Institute

AUGUST 10, 2023, CLEVELAND, OH — Today marks the official launch of the CDI Ohio Mobile Dental Clinic, a bold new mobile unit initiative by Cleveland Dental Institute designed to bring high-quality dental care directly into Ohio’s schools and communities. The 53-foot mobile facility rolls out this August as the largest mobile dental clinic on the East Coast — and CDI is ready to serve.

What Is the CDI Ohio Mobile Unit?

The mobile dental clinic is a fully equipped dental facility on wheels:

Eight fully operational dental chairs, giving the ability to treat multiple patients simultaneously.
State-of-the-art dental technology onboard, allowing CDI to deliver preventive, basic, and more advanced dental procedures in a modern environment.
A spacious design — 53-feet in length — that gives as much function as a brick-and-mortar clinic, while maintaining mobility.

Where It Will Serve

The CDI Ohio Mobile Unit will travel throughout Ohio, with a focus on reaching underserved communities:

Primary location: Ashtabula
Additional service areas include Akron and Dayton
It partners with schools and community organizations to set up visits.

Because of Ohio’s winter weather challenges, the mobile unit will typically not travel during the winter months.

Why It Matters

For many Ohioans, access to dental care remains a challenge. The CDI Ohio Mobile Clinic aims to break down barriers by:

Bringing care directly where people are — schools and community hubs — rather than expecting patients always to come to fixed clinic locations.
Offering appointment-based service, which helps CDI coordinate staffing and ensure efficient, professional care.
Delivering patient-centered care: every patient gets an individualized treatment plan, honest recommendations, and compassionate care from skilled dental professionals.

How to Request the CDI Ohio Mobile Unit

School administrators, community leaders, parents, or organizations wishing to host the mobile clinic can make a request:

Fill out the booking form with contact info, organization name, preferred date and location
Understand that exact dates may be subject to availability; CDI will work with requestors to find a suitable time.

A Milestone for Dental Access in Ohio

The CDI Ohio Mobile Unit is active and ready to make a difference. By removing geographic and logistical barriers, CDI hopes to improve oral health outcomes across the state — especially in areas where people have traditionally faced challenges getting dental care.

This grand opening signals more than just mobility; it represents CDI Ohio’s commitment to outreach, equity, and innovation in dental health. If you’re a parent, educator, or community leader, this is your opportunity to bring essential dental services directly to your neighborhood.