Below is a list of free and lower-cost dentists compiled by the Street Level Health Project and a group of Oaklanders seeking free/lower-cost dental work. Prices may change, so please make sure to confirm prices with the dental office. The list is probably incomplete--please add any dentists you know of who offer dental work for free or at a reasonable price.
*Notice to HealthPAC and Medi-Cal recipients*
HealthPAC and Medi-Cal now cover dental services starting May 1st, 2014 (these services are called Denti-Cal for Medi-cal). The expansion is automatic, meaning that community members already enrolled in these programs do not have to take any action to access the increased coverage. However, they should make an appointment as soon as possible, as many clinics already have waitlists for dental services. Most community clinics offer dental services, but not all are accepting new patients or appointments. As of 5/9/2014, clinics that were accepting new patients and scheduling dental appointments were Highland Hospital Drop-in Emergency Clinic (drop-in only), La Clinica de la Raza (waitlist), Eastmont Wellness Center (wait unknown), Lifelong (limited appts available). Asian Health Services, Native American Health Center and Tiburcio Vasquez are scheduling dental appointments for EXISTING MEMBERS ONLY. If client is not already enrolled in HealthPAC or Medi-Cal, they can enroll at Street Level Health (2501 International Boulevard, Oakland) on Wednesdays 9-4:30pm. If you need assistance, the number for Street Level Health is 510-533-9906.
Free and low-cost dentists
| Name | Contact | Days & Hours | Services | Cost + Registration info |
| Highland Hospital Drop-in (Emergency) Dental Clinic |
1411 East 31st Street, Oakland |
Clinic open M-F, 7:00am - 5pm. Drop-in registration for new patients 7am - 1pm. First come first serve, so arrive early. | Extractions, temporary fillings, palliative emergency treatment, pulpotomy, infection treatment. UPDATE - With Denti-Cal and HealthPAC expansion, Highland Hospital will be providing drop-in emergency AND non-emergency dental services to the first 50 patients (LFW 5/9/2014) |
FREE with coverage programs available for low-income Alameda County residents.
Advise patient to arrive by 7am or earlier and expect to wait a long time. Give directions and info, make sure pt has valid (not expired) photo ID. Explain HealthPAC coverage, that it should cover emergency dental and can enroll on site at hospital. Highland referral form not required but can give if it makes individual more comfortable navigating Highland. Give the patient the original referral to take to Highland, make copies for chart and referral folder. (7/2013 LFW) UPDATE - With Denti-Cal and HealthPAC expansion, Highland Hospital will be providing drop-in emergency AND non-emergency dental services to the first 50 patients, procedures for enrollment are unchanged (LFW 5/9/2014) |
| Berkeley Free Clinic |
2339 Durant Avenue, Berkeley 510-548-2745 1-800-6Clinic |
Drop in lottery for new patients 1-3 times per month. Arrive no later than 5:30pm to enter lottery. For upcoming dates, check online calendar at (http://www.berkeleyfreeclinic.org/dental/index.html). (last updated: 6/2014 OD) | Cleanings, Exams, Fillings, basic Extractions, X-rays. No emergency dental care. |
FREE
Always check online for upcoming lottery dates for new patients who want to get dental care at BFC. Disregard BFC dental voicemail message--it is out of date. 30-40 people enter each lottery. To enter, you must be present for oral health presentation from 6pm-6:30pm. 1 person wins lottery at 6:30pm. That person gets an appointment with the dentist that night and is eligible for services for life. Person who wins should expect to be at BFC until as late as 10pm. (6/2014, OD) Once an established dental patient you DO NOT have to enter lottery to make an appt. Give directions and info. No SLHP referral required. No requirements to receive dental services. (7/2013 LFW) |
| Davis St. Family Resource Center |
3081 Teagarden Street, San Leandro
510-347-4620 |
Currently M, W 2-5pm (6/2014, OD) but hours are changing so call to find out current hours. By apptmt only. | Cleanings, Exams, Fillings, basic extractions. |
MediCal or sliding scale fee ($0-$50)
Call to check hours and make apptmt. Ask to speak to someone who coordinates dental program or makes appointments. |
| La Clinica de la Raza Fruitvale Dental |
3050 East 16th St., Oakland |
Monday - Saturday, 9am-12:30pm and 1:30-5:30pm. | Exams, Cleanings, Fillings, Extractions |
25-75% discounts based on income. Basic exam with full discount is $71
Pt can get dental only at LCLR without being member of LCLR for medical care. Call to make appt, no drop-ins. No SLHP referral needed. Payment plans available. (7/2013 LFW) Not covered under HealthPAC even if member of LCLR already. |
| Suitcase Clinic |
2407 Dana St., Berkeley |
Every other Tuesday from 6-9pm, services provided by lottery | Oral hygiene instruction, exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, and extractions |
FREE
Give pt. directions and info. No SLHP referral needed. Go to drop-in clinic hours and ask for dental services. Arrive early at beginning of clinic, because limited spots. The first 10 people will be entered in a lottery for dental services and 2 people from that list will be selected and seen that night (LFW 7/1/2013) |
| Chabot College Dental Hygiene |
25555 Hesperian Blvd. Building 2200, Room 2204, Hayward 510-723-6900 Yvonne Burgess (student contact) 925-437-0534 |
Fall semester: Wed and Fri 9:30a - 11a and 1:00p - 3:30p. Spring Semester: Tue, Wed, Fri 9am - 4pm. Mon, Thu 9am - 12pm. | Exams, cleanings, X-rays, sealants. |
"Low" cost. See website or flyers for prices http://www.chabotcollege.edu/dhyg/FeeSchedule.asp. MUST get X-rays at exam. No payment plans.
Fill out health history, call to make appt., send health history for screening. Bring the name/address/phone of both your doctor and dentist. Bring medications and dosage info (or Rx bottles). Bring any emergency meds like asthma inhaler. Ineligible with uncontrolled high BP, diabetes, dental infections, rotten teeth. Exam and X-rays on 1st appt. Cleaning at F/U appts, which may take 1-4 sessions. Note that services are not available during summer. (7/2013 LFW) |
| REACH Ashland Youth Center and Fuente Wellness Clinic |
16335 E. 14th St, San Leandro |
Mon 10am – 6pm; Tues, Thurs, Fri 2pm – 6pm | Dental services for youth ages 0 - 24 |
FREE
Call or drop-in to register and schedule appointment. Bring a photo ID, if you do not have one, we can make one for you here. Staff very friendly and appts are generally available. YOUTH ONLY (7/2013 LFW) |
| Native American Health Center |
2950 International Blvd, Oakland |
Monday - Friday, 9am-12pm and 1-5pm. 3rd Mondays, 1 - 7pm and no morning hours. | Basic and complex dental needs. |
For low-income $95 just for initial consult
Very little Spanish-speaking staff. Must be a NAHC member to receive services. Call for more information. |
| Tiburcio Vasquez Dental |
22331 Mission Blvd, Hayward |
M- F Call for appt | Exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, x-rays |
Sliding scale
Call to make appt. No SLHP referral needed |
| West Oakland Health Center |
700 Adeline Street, Oakland 510-835-9610, ask for Dental. |
By Appointment only, call first. Usually 2-3 month wait for appts. | Exams, Cleanings, Fillings, Extractions. |
Sliding scale, $90 for first visit and $95 for cleaning, discounts for low-income
Call to make appts - they will make 1 for the exam and 1 for the cleaning. Currently 4 month wait for appts. Fill out SLHP referral form, give original to pt and make copies for chart and referral folder. Give pt directions and info. Pt. must bring referral form, valid (not expired) photo ID, proof of Alameda County residency, proof of income if available. Bring interpreter, little Spanish-speaking staff. |
| Brookside Community Health - Dental |
2023 Vale Rd, Suite 111, San Pablo 510-215-9092 |
By appointment only, call first. | Exams, cleanings, basic care. |
Sliding fee scales for exam and X-rays. $80 minimum fee.
Call to make appointment. No SLHP referral needed. |
| Healthcare for the Homeless Program (HCHP) |
1900 Fruitvale Ave. (office). Van stops at East 12th Street and 29th Ave on 2nd and last Mondays., Oakland 510-532-1930, ask for Nancy Quintero. If Nancy is not available ask for William Quan (does not speak Spanish). |
Check with clinic coordinator before referring. Use for major dental needs only, not basic cleaning, filling or extraction. Have limited monthly slots to refer homeless individuals for a year of free dental care at a local clinic. | Referral options for basic and major dental needs. |
Free with referral.
Check with case manager about individual case. If approved, call HCHP and make appointment with Nancy Quintero. Nancy will fill out referral and make arrangements at partner clinic. Patient MUST NOT miss appt!! As of 7/2013, SLHP can send homeless individuals with serious dental needs to HCHP on a drop-in basis, check with the clinic manager about the individual case. (7/2013 LFW). Local drop-in mobile van site is at East 12th Street and 29th Ave on 2nd and last Mondays of each month, 9am-12pm. Other montly stops elsewhere. Homeless definition is flexible at HCHP, but individual cannot own home or have a lease in their name. |
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UCSF School of Dentistry |
707 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco 415-476-1891 |
Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm |
Depends on assessed needs. 1/2 to 2/3 the cost of private dentist. |
$12 Oral Health Assessment fee for initial eligibity and needs assessment. Usually treated by a dental student under the supervision of a licensed dentist faculty member. $40 exams for new patients until end of July 2013. |
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100 Buchanan St., San Francisco 415-476-5608 |
Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm | |||
| LifeLong Dental Care |
1860 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley 510-280-6080 |
Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, closed Weds AM | Exams, Cleanings, Fillings, Extractions, Dentures |
Sliding scale for basic exam and x-ray, $120 minimum fee.
Call to make appt, usually scheduled within 2 months, Do not need to be a member of Lifelong Medical to become a patient. (7/2013 LFW) |
| East Oakland Health Center |
7450 International Blvd., Oakland 510-430-9401, ask for dental |
M-F Call for Appointment | Exams, Cleanings, Fillings, Extractions |
Sliding scale, $90 for first visit and $95 for cleaning, discounts based on income.
Call to make appts - they will make 1 for the exam and 1 for the cleaning. Currently 4 month wait for appts. Pt. must bring valid (not expired) photo ID, proof of Alameda County residency, proof of income if available. Bring interpreter, little Spanish-speaking staff. |
| Diablo Valley College Teaching Clinic | add info here |
Tuesdays 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Thursdays 1:30-4:30 p.m. |
add info here | If all you need is a teeth cleaning, Diablo Valley College offer $25 cleanings, as well as x ray services and other stuff: http://www.dvc.edu/academics/bhsd/hygiene/teachingclinic.html |
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