Reduced-cost dental care for low-income residents of the 28 counties of the Diocese of Fort Worth (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level); intake Mon-Fri 8am-12pm
Texas Medicaid covers emergency-only dental care for adults 21 and older (pain/infection relief such as emergency exams and extractions); routine cleanings, fillings, root canals, and dentures are not covered. Children get comprehensive dental coverage under Medicaid/CHIP.
Emergency dental care
JPS Health Network dental clinics offer emergency treatment for dental pain or infection - call 817-702-3567 to schedule a dental appointment (Bravo Dental appointments at JPS: 214-307-5676). For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.
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Dental Lifeline Network Texas Donated Dental Services (DDS): free comprehensive dental care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment. Note: as of the last check, all Texas counties were CLOSED to new applications due to lengthy waitlists - see https://dentallifeline.org/texas/
JPS Health Network offers dental services at six community health centers across Tarrant County (including Viola Pitts-Como, Medical Home Southeast Tarrant, Diamond Hill, and Medical Home Northeast Tarrant) - call 817-702-3431 to find the location nearest you.
Where can I get cheap dental care in Fort Worth, TX?
3 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Catholic Charities Fort Worth - Bishop Kevin Vann Dental Clinic, JPS Health Network - Stop Six Dental Clinic, Kaplan Community Clinic. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does TX Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Texas Medicaid covers emergency-only dental care for adults 21 and older (pain/infection relief such as emergency exams and extractions); routine cleanings, fillings, root canals, and dentures are not covered. Children get comprehensive dental coverage under Medicaid/CHIP.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Fort Worth?
JPS Health Network dental clinics offer emergency treatment for dental pain or infection - call 817-702-3567 to schedule a dental appointment (Bravo Dental appointments at JPS: 214-307-5676). For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
