Affordable dental care in Owensboro, KY

Low-cost dental clinics, dental school clinics, and sliding-scale options in Owensboro — verified from official sources.

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At a glance: Owensboro

Clinics listed
2
Free care
1 clinics
Adult Medicaid dental
Kentucky Medicaid covers a comprehensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, fillings,…

Affordable dental clinics

Dental school clinic

Community Dental Clinic in Cooperation with UofL Dental Care

2811 New Hartford Rd, Suite A, Owensboro, KY 42303 Website ↗

Phone
(270) 691-6205
Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Eligibility
Low-income individuals and families in the seven-county Green River district who qualify for Medicaid or do not have dental insurance

Conditions treated

Official source: louisville.edu

Charitable clinic

Christian Dental Mission (Daviess-McLean Baptist Association)

Lancaster Avenue, Owensboro, KY (apply at Daviess County Help Office, 1316 W 4th St)

What you'll pay verified

  • Free dental care — All services free for eligible patients (working poor, unemployed, homeless, disabled; no dental insurance): exams, x-rays, fillings, extractions, oral surgery, partial denture appliances, cleanings ✓
Phone
(270) 685-4971
Hours
Friday mornings (volunteer teams); by voucher appointment only
Eligibility
Daviess and McLean County residents without any dental insurance; working poor, unemployed, homeless, disabled, or others in distress — financial screening and vouchers at the Daviess County Help Office (270-685-4971) or McLean County Help Office (270-278-5500)

Conditions treated

  • Dental exams ✓
  • Dental x-rays ✓
  • Fillings ✓
  • Extractions ✓
  • Oral surgery ✓
  • Partial dentures ✓
  • Cleanings ✓
  • Oral hygiene counseling ✓

Official source: www.dmba.org

KY Medicaid dental coverage

Kentucky Medicaid covers a comprehensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, periodontal care, and dentures, with no annual dollar limit (benefits expanded in 2023).

Emergency dental care

Call the Community Dental Clinic at (270) 691-6205 for urgent tooth pain or trauma during business hours. For severe, after-hours dental emergencies, go to the nearest ER.

More ways to save

UofL School of Dentistry assumed operational management of the Community Dental Clinic in January 2024; care is provided by licensed dentists and UofL dental students under supervision. The remaining Owensboro dental practices found are private and their low-cost/sliding-scale status could not be verified.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I get cheap dental care in Owensboro, KY?
2 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Community Dental Clinic in Cooperation with UofL Dental Care, Christian Dental Mission (Daviess-McLean Baptist Association). Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does KY Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Kentucky Medicaid covers a comprehensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, periodontal care, and dentures, with no annual dollar limit (benefits expanded in 2023).
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Owensboro?
Call the Community Dental Clinic at (270) 691-6205 for urgent tooth pain or trauma during business hours. For severe, after-hours dental emergencies, go to the nearest ER.
Are there free dental clinics in Owensboro, KY?
Yes: Christian Dental Mission (Daviess-McLean Baptist Association). Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.

Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.