Accepting new children and adult clients; accepts Medicaid, Ameritas Insurance, and self-pay patients with a sliding fee scale based on household income
NC Medicaid offers comprehensive adult dental benefits: routine cleanings, exams, and other preventive services; medically necessary care includes some oral surgeries, periodontal care, tooth restoration, and denture fittings/placements (complete dentures replaceable every 10 years, partials every 5 years). Copays are never more than $4.
Emergency dental care
The Cleveland Avenue Dental Center accepts new adult clients and offers sliding-scale self-pay fees — call (336) 703-3090 or (336) 703-3100. For facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling with fever, go to the nearest emergency room.
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Community Care Clinic — one of North Carolina's largest free healthcare clinics; free dental care for uninsured patients below 250% of the federal poverty level.
Cleveland Avenue Dental Center — county public-health dental clinic; sliding fee scale by household income for self-pay patients; accepts Medicaid.
The Winston-Salem Rescue Mission (718 N Trade St) also hosts an on-site free medical and dental clinic (via Samaritan Medical Clinics) for people in its recovery programs.
Winston-Salem has fewer verified affordable options than the other NC cities; the two clinics above are the strongest verified options. The Rescue Mission's free dental clinic is limited to its program participants.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Winston-Salem, NC?
2 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Cleveland Avenue Dental Center (Forsyth County Public Health), Community Care Clinic - Dental. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does NC Medicaid cover dental for adults?
NC Medicaid offers comprehensive adult dental benefits: routine cleanings, exams, and other preventive services; medically necessary care includes some oral surgeries, periodontal care, tooth restoration, and denture fittings/placements (complete dentures replaceable every 10 years, partials every 5 years). Copays are never more than $4.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Winston-Salem?
The Cleveland Avenue Dental Center accepts new adult clients and offers sliding-scale self-pay fees — call (336) 703-3090 or (336) 703-3100. For facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling with fever, go to the nearest emergency room.
Are there free dental clinics in Winston-Salem, NC?
Yes: Community Care Clinic - Dental. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
