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Low-cost and free dental clinics in El Cajon, CA

These community health centers in El Cajon provide dental care on a sliding scale, which means the fee is set by your income rather than your insurance.

4

charge on a sliding scale

4

accept Medicaid

4

see uninsured patients

A federally funded health center cannot turn you away because you cannot pay, and has to offer a sliding fee scale to any patient who asks. At or below the federal poverty line the fee is nominal. Bring photo ID and proof of income to the first visit.

4 centers in El Cajon offering dental

183 S 1st St
El Cajon, CA 92019-4795

619-328-1335

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1032 Broadway
El Cajon, CA 92021-7416

619-779-7900

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1242 E Main St
El Cajon, CA 92021

619-779-7900

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

875 El Cajon Blvd
El Cajon, CA 92020-5714

619-662-4100

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free dental care in El Cajon?

4 of the 4 centers listed charge on a sliding scale set by household income, which is free or nominal at or below the federal poverty line. Bring photo ID and proof of income to your first visit.

Which clinics in El Cajon take Medicaid for dental care?

4 of the 4 centers listed accept Medicaid. 4 also see patients with no insurance at all.

Do I need insurance to be seen for dental care in El Cajon?

No. A federally funded health center cannot refuse you for inability to pay, and is required to offer a sliding fee scale to every patient who asks for one.