UK Dentistry West Regional Clinic

UK Dentistry West Regional Clinic is located at 267 Slickback Road in Benton, Kentucky. The clinic operates as part of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry’s regional network, which extends dental services to patients in parts of the state that have limited access to dental providers.

The practice provides general dental care for patients in the Benton area and Marshall County. As a regional clinic affiliated with the University of Kentucky dental programme, it functions within an academic and public health framework that prioritises dental access for underserved communities in western Kentucky.

Benton is the county seat of Marshall County, situated in the Jackson Purchase region of far western Kentucky. The area is characterised by rural geography with relatively few private dental practices per capita. Regional clinics such as this one play a role in meeting dental care needs that may not be fully served by private practices in the immediate area.

Patients from Marshall County and surrounding communities including Murray, Paducah, Calvert City, and Gilbertsville may find the Slickback Road clinic a convenient option for general dental care. The clinic is accessible from the local road network in and around Benton.

Patients seeking to schedule an appointment at UK Dentistry West Regional Clinic are encouraged to contact the office by phone before visiting, as academic and regional clinics may have specific intake procedures, eligibility requirements, or scheduling protocols that differ from those of standard private dental practices. Contact details are listed on this profile page.

Western Kentucky communities in the Purchase region have historically had fewer dental providers per capita than more urban areas of the state. Programmes like UK Dentistry West Regional Clinic help address this gap by bringing dental services closer to where patients live. Patients in Benton and Marshall County who are unsure whether they qualify for care through this regional programme are encouraged to call first and discuss their situation before making a trip to the clinic on Slickback Road.