Sliding-scale fees — Income-based, exact fees not published; FQHC providing care regardless of ability to pay, with sliding fee scale for patients not eligible for health insurance ✓
Patient-reported cost — One 2018 patient report of $400 (labeled 'Completely Free Clinic', service not specified; site warns crowd-sourced prices may be inaccurate) ✓
Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm (some evenings to 8pm); Sat 8:30am-12:30pm; call to confirm dental hours
Eligibility
Federally Qualified Health Center; all dental services available regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Accepts Medicaid and private insurance; sliding fee scale for uninsured patients. Staff can discuss payment options if you cannot afford care.
exams
cleanings
x-rays
fluoride treatments
sealants
fillings
extractions
preventive and restorative care for children and families
Connecticut HUSKY Health (Medicaid) covers medically necessary adult dental care up to $1,000 per year, including exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and dentures; some services require prior authorization.
Emergency dental care
UConn School of Dental Medicine runs Connecticut's largest emergency dental service (263 Farmington Ave, Farmington) - emergency treatment for acute pain, bleeding, swelling, and trauma. Call (860) 679-7600 for an appointment. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
More ways to save
UConn School of Dental Medicine student clinics (Farmington) - care at approximately 30-40% of private-practice cost, residents ~50-60%, all supervised by faculty. Call (860) 679-7600.
FQHC sliding-fee discounts: bring photo ID, proof of address, and proof of income to enroll in the discount program.
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center also operates a dental site at 122 Wilmot Rd, New Haven - call the main number to confirm which services are offered at each site.
Where can I get cheap dental care in New Haven, CT?
2 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Fair Haven Community Health Care - Dental, Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center - Dental Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does CT Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Connecticut HUSKY Health (Medicaid) covers medically necessary adult dental care up to $1,000 per year, including exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, and dentures; some services require prior authorization.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in New Haven?
UConn School of Dental Medicine runs Connecticut's largest emergency dental service (263 Farmington Ave, Farmington) - emergency treatment for acute pain, bleeding, swelling, and trauma. Call (860) 679-7600 for an appointment. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
