Southwest Community Health Center
Dental • Bridgeport, CT • Since 1976 • 2 locations: 968 Fairfield Avenue and 46 Albion Street (Paul P. Liscio Dental Center at Albion Street) locations
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About
Southwest Community Health Center (SWCHC) is a nonprofit, private health organization founded in 1976 and based in Bridgeport, CT (HQ at 46 Albion Street). It operates 4 offices in the United States, offering comprehensive primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services to the greater Bridgeport community. SWCHC provides dental care as part of its services and has a history milestone noted (dental care introduced at 361 Bird Street location in 1980). The center employs about 77 people, has annual revenue around $21.7M, and is active in pediatrics, internal medicine, OB/GYN, mental health, infectious disease, nutrition, and related programs (WIC, SNAP, school-based health centers, homeless healthcare). Contact: 1-203-330-6000.
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FAQs
What are the emergency dental appointment procedures?
Follow guidance from ADA; call 203-330-6000 for emergencies or rescheduling.
Who is treated for emergencies at SWCHC dental?
Patients with emergency and urgent dental needs; those showing fever or flu-like symptoms may have restrictions.
Where are the dental services located?
968 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605 and 46 Albion Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: negative
- Birdeye / Rehab.com / Google aggregations: 3.7/5 stars (160 reviews (Birdeye aggregate))
- Facebook: 76% recommend (19 reviews)
Patients praise
- Some positive experiences with specific doctors and medical providers
- Appreciation for the sliding scale and accessible services for uninsured patients
- Occasional positive feedback regarding dental care quality
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and on the phone
- Poor communication regarding scheduling and medication refills
- Unprofessional front desk and office staff behavior
- Dissatisfaction with dental treatment outcomes and procedures
- Concerns over medical and mental health care management (e.g., incorrect medication, lack of follow-up)
"They are very unorganized and unprofessional. Every time I come to the office to get a copy of my daughters physical they claim to have no record of it. They will also have you on hold for 20+ minutes with no one in the office."
- LocalityBiz review"SW dental is top notch. I had an extraction, which I have been postponing for a year. Easy peasy. In and out and All my questions answered."
- Rehab.com review"Extremely painful torture would recommend only to an enemy. Dental work horrible should have their license revoked."
- DentalClinics.org user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Viking Construction Completes $4M Renovation for Southwest Community Health Care Center in Bridgeport | High-Profile Monthly - Jun 5, 2026
- News 12 | Connecticut | Grant Allows Southwest Community Health Center To Build New Location - Feb 6, 2026
- News 12 | Connecticut | Grant allows Southwest Community Health Center to build new location - Feb 6, 2026
- News 12 | Long Island | Grant allows Southwest Community Health Center to build new location - Feb 6, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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