Sliding-scale fees — 100% discount for incomes at or below 100% of Federal Poverty Guidelines; sliding schedule for 100-200% FPG; flat nominal charge for fully discounted patients (waivable); no one denied for inability to pay ✓
Federally Qualified Health Center. Published Sliding Fee Discount Program: incomes at or below 100% of federal poverty guidelines get a 100% discount (nominal fee may be requested, waivable); 100-200% of FPL charged on a sliding scale. No patient denied service for inability to pay; eligibility based on income and household size only.
general dentistry
Conditions treated
Preventive care (exams, cleanings, fluoride, X-rays) ✓
Open to the public; the community clinic in Squire Hall provides free or reduced-cost care to more than 15,000 Western New York residents every year, with a mobile dental unit serving underserved areas. Call 716-262-9750 (pediatric clinic: 716-226-0759; veterans: 716-829-2780).
Hospital dental clinic; listed in the NY State Medicaid dental clinic directory. Also offers a Special Needs Dentistry Program at 800 Hertel Ave (716-218-7399).
New York Medicaid covers an extensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, dentures, and implants in certain circumstances. Source: health.ny.gov Medicaid dental member page.
Emergency dental care
ECMC Center for Dental Care, 462 Grider St - (716) 898-3189. UB dental clinics also see urgent cases - call ahead. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
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UB School of Dental Medicine community clinic in Squire Hall - free or reduced-cost care; call (716) 262-9750.
Dental Lifeline Network New York Donated Dental Services - free comprehensive care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment; check https://dentallifeline.org/new-york/ for current county availability.
Neighborhood Health Center also operates several Buffalo dental sites (Blasdell, Mattina, Northwest, Riverway) that accept Medicaid - see the NY State directory in sources.
4 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Jericho Road Community Health Center - Dental, Community Health Center of Buffalo - Dental, UB School of Dental Medicine - Community Clinics. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does NY Medicaid cover dental for adults?
New York Medicaid covers an extensive adult dental benefit: exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, dentures, and implants in certain circumstances. Source: health.ny.gov Medicaid dental member page.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Buffalo?
ECMC Center for Dental Care, 462 Grider St - (716) 898-3189. UB dental clinics also see urgent cases - call ahead. For a life-threatening emergency, go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
