Mon, Wed, Fri 8am-5pm; Tue, Thu 8am-7pm; Sat 9am-2pm
Eligibility
Open to all in the Savannah-Chatham County area, especially high-risk populations and those with limited financial resources; federally funded health center; sliding-fee scale
Georgia Medicaid covers only limited emergency dental care for adults 21+ (emergency extractions and pain relief); routine cleanings, fillings, and dentures are not covered. (In 2024 the GA Department of Community Health proposed expanding adult dental coverage — check Georgia Gateway or DCH for current status.)
Emergency dental care
J.C. Lewis Dental Center provides emergency oral health services — call ahead for availability. For life-threatening emergencies go to the nearest ER.
More ways to save
Georgia Dental Association Missions of Mercy / free dental days — periodic events; watch https://www.gadental.org.
Dental Lifeline Network Georgia Donated Dental Services (DDS): free comprehensive care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Savannah, GA?
2 verified low-cost options are listed above, including J.C. Lewis Dental Center, Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health Care - Dental Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does GA Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Georgia Medicaid covers only limited emergency dental care for adults 21+ (emergency extractions and pain relief); routine cleanings, fillings, and dentures are not covered. (In 2024 the GA Department of Community Health proposed expanding adult dental coverage — check Georgia Gateway or DCH for current status.)
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Savannah?
J.C. Lewis Dental Center provides emergency oral health services — call ahead for availability. For life-threatening emergencies go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
