AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) covers full dental screening and treatment for children under 21. For adults 21 and older, AHCCCS covers only EMERGENCY dental services — limited to $1,000 per contract year — for severe pain or infection. Routine adult dental services (exams, cleanings, fillings) are NOT covered for adults. (Source: azahcccs.gov)
Emergency dental care
Call Adelante Healthcare Mesa at (480) 964-2273. For facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling with fever, go to the nearest emergency room.
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Carrington College Dental Hygiene Clinic — FREE dental cleanings, fluoride, sealants and X-rays by supervised students; (480) 717-3510.
Adelante Healthcare Mesa — sliding fee scale; accepts AHCCCS and most insurance; dental Mon–Fri 7am–6pm.
Note: AHCCCS covers only emergency dental for adults 21+ (up to $1,000 per contract year) — uninsured adults should use Adelante's sliding fee scale or Carrington's free hygiene clinic.
The Bob and Renee Parsons Dental Clinic (Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley) provides dental care for uninsured children ages 5-18 — adults are not served.
2 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Adelante Healthcare - Mesa, Carrington College Dental Hygiene Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does AZ Medicaid cover dental for adults?
AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) covers full dental screening and treatment for children under 21. For adults 21 and older, AHCCCS covers only EMERGENCY dental services — limited to $1,000 per contract year — for severe pain or infection. Routine adult dental services (exams, cleanings, fillings) are NOT covered for adults. (Source: azahcccs.gov)
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Mesa?
Call Adelante Healthcare Mesa at (480) 964-2273. For facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling with fever, go to the nearest emergency room.
Are there free dental clinics in Mesa, AZ?
Yes: Carrington College Dental Hygiene Clinic. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
