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

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

2

charge on a sliding scale

2

accept Medicaid

2

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.

2 centers in Santa Cruz offering dental

1500 Capitola Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2912

831-276-7010

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

1830 Commercial Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1819

831-464-5409

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

Common questions

Is there free dental care in Santa Cruz?

2 of the 2 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 Cruz take Medicaid for dental care?

2 of the 2 centers listed accept Medicaid. 2 also see patients with no insurance at all.

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

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.