Federally Qualified Health Center / Community Health Center; sliding fee scale so everyone can afford care; language interpretation services available. Walk-ins accepted, but appointments recommended.
Sliding-scale fees — Costs based on income or financial assistance; contact clinic for individual service prices; sliding scale does not necessarily mean free ✓
Open to all; general, specialty, and emergency dental care from dental students and exceptional providers at reduced fees. Become a patient: 410-706-7101; Urgent Care: 410-706-2801.
Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program) has covered comprehensive adult dental care since January 1, 2023: exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, root canals, crowns, extractions, and more, with no copayments. Questions: MHSDP at 844-275-8753.
Emergency dental care
University of Maryland School of Dentistry Urgent Care, 650 W Baltimore St - (410) 706-2801. Chase Brexton and Total Health Care also offer emergency dental care at their Baltimore clinics - call for same-day availability. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
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University of Maryland School of Dentistry student and resident clinics - reduced fees for general and specialty care, supervised by faculty.
Dental Lifeline Network Maryland Donated Dental Services - free comprehensive care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment; check https://dentallifeline.org/maryland/ for current county availability.
Total Health Care also operates the Open Gates dental site (1111 Washington Blvd, Baltimore) - call (410) 383-8300 to confirm services there.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Baltimore, MD?
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Total Health Care - Mt. Royal Health Center Dental, Chase Brexton Health Care - Dental, University of Maryland School of Dentistry - Patient Clinics. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does MD Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Maryland Medicaid (Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program) has covered comprehensive adult dental care since January 1, 2023: exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, root canals, crowns, extractions, and more, with no copayments. Questions: MHSDP at 844-275-8753.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Baltimore?
University of Maryland School of Dentistry Urgent Care, 650 W Baltimore St - (410) 706-2801. Chase Brexton and Total Health Care also offer emergency dental care at their Baltimore clinics - call for same-day availability. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
