Vulnerable, low-income uninsured residents of Middle Tennessee counties; sliding fee scale based on income and family size; also serves Rutherford County (210 Robert Rose Dr, Murfreesboro, (615) 225-4141)
TennCare (Tennessee Medicaid) covers dental for all adults 21 and older since January 2023: exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, dentures, extractions, and root canals — at no cost for medically necessary covered services. Benefits are managed statewide by Renaissance (866-864-2526).
Emergency dental care
Meharry School of Dentistry handles dental emergencies — 1801 Meharry Blvd, (615) 327-6900, Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; walk-ins welcome. Interfaith Dental takes emergency calls (615-329-4790). For severe, after-hours emergencies, go to the nearest ER.
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TennCare now covers dental for ALL adults 21+ (exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, dentures, extractions) at no cost for medically necessary care — call Renaissance at 866-864-2526 to find a dentist.
Meharry's student clinics offer affordable care across all specialties; the annual Oral Health Day event provides a day of completely free care.
Interfaith Dental also runs a Rutherford County location in Murfreesboro: 210 Robert Rose Dr, (615) 225-4141.
Meharry also operates an A.B.L.E. Clinic for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a mobile dental unit serving underserved areas of Tennessee.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Nashville, TN?
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Interfaith Dental Clinic, Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center - Dental, Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry - Dental Clinics. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does TN Medicaid cover dental for adults?
TennCare (Tennessee Medicaid) covers dental for all adults 21 and older since January 2023: exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, dentures, extractions, and root canals — at no cost for medically necessary covered services. Benefits are managed statewide by Renaissance (866-864-2526).
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Nashville?
Meharry School of Dentistry handles dental emergencies — 1801 Meharry Blvd, (615) 327-6900, Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; walk-ins welcome. Interfaith Dental takes emergency calls (615-329-4790). For severe, after-hours emergencies, go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
