Hawai'i Med-QUEST covers adult dental care (since 2023 legislation): preventive, diagnostic, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, denture, and emergency services.
Emergency dental care
HICHC Hilo Family Dental Center, (808) 333-3600. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest hospital ER (Hilo Benioff Medical Center).
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HICHC uses sliding fee scales - bring proof of income to your first visit.
Project Vision Hawai'i (Honolulu-based) runs mobile dental outreach statewide - follow projectvisionhawaii.org for community dental day dates that may include Hawai'i Island.
Hilo has a single verified safety-net dental clinic (HICHC Hilo Family Dental Center). Other dental options on Hawai'i Island include HICHC sites in Kea'au, Pahoa and Ka'u, plus West Hawai'i Community Health Center dental in Kailua-Kona (not verified at press time). Hawai'i has no dental school.
1 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Hawaii Island Community Health Center - Hilo Family Dental Center. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does HI Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Hawai'i Med-QUEST covers adult dental care (since 2023 legislation): preventive, diagnostic, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, denture, and emergency services.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Hilo?
HICHC Hilo Family Dental Center, (808) 333-3600. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest hospital ER (Hilo Benioff Medical Center).
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
