Affordable dental care in Lexington, KY

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

A friendly dental team
Child receiving a dental checkup
Dentist adjusting a patient's braces

At a glance: Lexington

Clinics listed
3
Sliding-scale fees
1 clinics
Free care
1 clinics
Adult Medicaid dental
Kentucky Medicaid covers a comprehensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, fillings,…

Affordable dental clinics

Community health center

HealthFirst Bluegrass - Southland Drive Dental

496 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 40503 Website ↗

What you'll pay

Pricing not published — call for sliding-scale details.

Medicaid: Accepts most major insurances, Medicaid, and Medicare

Phone
(859) 288-2425
Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Eligibility
Open to all; uninsured fees based on household income and family size (sliding fee schedule)

Conditions treated

  • Routine dental exams ✓
  • Cleanings ✓
  • Deep cleanings ✓
  • Dental x-rays ✓
  • Extractions ✓
  • Fillings ✓
  • Pediatric dental care ✓
  • Oral health education ✓

Official source: www.healthfirstlex.com

Dental school clinic

UK College of Dentistry - Urgent Care Clinic

770 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536

Phone
(859) 323-6525
Hours
Mon-Fri 7:45am-10:30am (registration); first-come, first-served
Eligibility
Walk-in clinic for ages 14+ with dental pain or swelling; treated by student dentists under faculty supervision

Conditions treated

  • Tooth pain ✓
  • Swelling ✓
  • Urgent dental care ✓

Official source: ukhealthcare.uky.edu

Dental school clinic

UK College of Dentistry - Saturday Morning Clinic

800 Rose St (Dental Science Building), Lexington, KY 40536 Website ↗

What you'll pay verified

  • Free Saturday children's clinic — No-cost treatment for underserved, underinsured children ages 4-12; cleanings, fluoride, sealants, extractions and restorative procedures ✓
Phone
(859) 323-3368
Eligibility
Children ages 4-12 from underserved/underinsured families; first-come, first-served; no appointment necessary

Conditions treated

  • Dental exams ✓
  • Cleanings ✓
  • Dental x-rays ✓
  • Sealants ✓
  • Fillings (restorative) ✓
  • Extractions ✓
  • Fluoride treatment ✓
  • Pediatric dental care ✓

Official source: uknow.uky.edu

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

UK College of Dentistry Urgent Care Clinic, 770 Rose St — walk-in Mon-Fri 7:45-10:30am for dental pain or swelling, ages 14+. After hours, call (859) 323-5321. For life-threatening emergencies, go to the nearest ER.

More ways to save

HealthFirst Bluegrass has 16 locations across Lexington including a second dental site at 650 Newtown Pike; call (859) 288-2425 for dental appointments at either. UK also runs a free Student Dental Health Service for enrolled UK students (exams, cleanings, x-rays).

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I get cheap dental care in Lexington, KY?
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including HealthFirst Bluegrass - Southland Drive Dental, UK College of Dentistry - Urgent Care Clinic, UK College of Dentistry - Saturday Morning Clinic. 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 Lexington?
UK College of Dentistry Urgent Care Clinic, 770 Rose St — walk-in Mon-Fri 7:45-10:30am for dental pain or swelling, ages 14+. After hours, call (859) 323-5321. For life-threatening emergencies, go to the nearest ER.
Are there free dental clinics in Lexington, KY?
Yes: UK College of Dentistry - Saturday Morning Clinic. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.

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