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Low-cost and free dental clinics in Santa Barbara, CA

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

3

charge on a sliding scale

3

accept Medicaid

3

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.

3 centers in Santa Barbara offering dental

4141 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93110-1814

805-681-7356 x222

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

915 N Milpas St
Santa Barbara, CA 93103-2331

844-594-0343

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

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FQHC

3227 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93105-3328

805-681-7356

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free dental care in Santa Barbara?

3 of the 3 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 Santa Barbara take Medicaid for dental care?

3 of the 3 centers listed accept Medicaid. 3 also see patients with no insurance at all.

Do I need insurance to be seen for dental care in Santa Barbara?

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.