Louisiana Medicaid (Healthy Louisiana) covers limited adult dental: adults 21+ get dentures and extractions (comprehensive coverage only for certain waiver/ICF-DD enrollees); some Healthy Louisiana plans add extra adult dental benefits of roughly $500-$1,000 per year. Children under 21 get comprehensive dental coverage through EPSDT.
Emergency dental care
For urgent dental pain call the David Raines dental clinic at (318) 425-2252 during business hours. For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.
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Dental Lifeline Network Louisiana Donated Dental Services (DDS): free comprehensive dental care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment. Open in Caddo parish (Shreveport). See https://dentallifeline.org/louisiana/
The Ochsner LSU Health + SUSLA mobile dental clinic is a monthly event - confirm the current month's date and time before going.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Shreveport, LA?
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including David Raines Community Health Centers - Dental, SUSLA Dental Hygiene Clinic, Ochsner LSU Health + SUSLA Mobile Dental Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does LA Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Louisiana Medicaid (Healthy Louisiana) covers limited adult dental: adults 21+ get dentures and extractions (comprehensive coverage only for certain waiver/ICF-DD enrollees); some Healthy Louisiana plans add extra adult dental benefits of roughly $500-$1,000 per year. Children under 21 get comprehensive dental coverage through EPSDT.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Shreveport?
For urgent dental pain call the David Raines dental clinic at (318) 425-2252 during business hours. For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.
Are there free dental clinics in Shreveport, LA?
Yes: Ochsner LSU Health + SUSLA Mobile Dental Clinic. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.