Affordable dental care in San Antonio, TX

Low-cost dental clinics, dental school clinics, and sliding-scale options in San Antonio — verified from official sources.

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At a glance: San Antonio

Clinics listed
5
Sliding-scale fees
3 clinics
Free care
1 clinics
Adult Medicaid dental
Texas Medicaid covers emergency-only dental care for adults 21 and older (pain/infection r…

Affordable dental clinics

Charitable clinic

San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic

1 Haven for Hope Way Bldg 1 Suite 400, San Antonio, TX 78207 Website ↗

What you'll pay verified

  • Free dental care — Free dental care for low-income and homeless persons in San Antonio and Bexar County who lack means to afford it ✓
Phone
(210) 220-2300
Eligibility
Free dental care for low-income and homeless Bexar County adults 18+ (at or below 150-200% of the federal poverty level); same-day emergency care

Official source: www.sachristiandental.org

Community health center

CommuniCare Health Centers - West Campus Dental

1102 Barclay St, San Antonio, TX 78207

What you'll pay verified

  • Sliding-scale fees — Sliding fee scale for uninsured patients who qualify — exact fees not published ✓
Phone
(210) 233-7000
Eligibility
FQHC; comprehensive dental care for children and adults; sliding fee discount for uninsured patients who qualify; Medicaid accepted

Conditions treated

  • Dental exams ✓
  • Dental X-rays ✓
  • Teeth cleanings ✓
  • Dental sealants ✓
  • Cavity fillings ✓
  • Pediatric dentistry ✓
  • Gum disease treatment ✓
  • Tooth extractions ✓
  • Root canals ✓
  • Crowns ✓

Official source: dentalinfos.com

Community health center

CentroMed - South Park Dental

910 Wagner Ave, San Antonio, TX 78211 Website ↗

What you'll pay

Pricing not published — call for sliding-scale details.

Phone
(210) 922-7000
Hours
Dental: Mon-Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-5pm
Eligibility
FQHC; sliding fee scale for uninsured patients; Medicaid and most insurance accepted

Conditions treated

  • Dental exams ✓
  • Preventive dental care ✓
  • Fillings ✓
  • Root canals ✓
  • Crowns ✓
  • Bridges ✓
  • Dentures ✓
  • Partial dentures ✓

Official source: centromedsa.com

Dental school clinic

UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry - Student Clinic

Website ↗

What you'll pay verified

  • Student clinic screening — $50 — Screening appointment requires $50 payment at time of booking ✓
Phone
(210) 450-3700
Eligibility
Open to all; $50 initial screening for new patients; reduced student-clinic fees under faculty supervision

Official source: dental.uthscsa.edu

Dental school clinic

Ricardo Salinas Pediatric Dental Clinic (UT Health San Antonio)

What you'll pay verified

  • Sliding-scale fees — Income-based sliding fee scale for uninsured patients — exact fees not published ✓

Medicaid: Accepts Medicaid

Phone
(210) 450-8700
Eligibility
Accepts Medicaid patients; income-based sliding fee scale for uninsured patients; bilingual staff

Conditions treated

  • Pediatric dentistry ✓
  • Comprehensive children's dental care ✓
  • Urgent dental care ✓

Official source: insightintoacademia.com

TX Medicaid dental coverage

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

San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic offers same-day emergency care for eligible patients: (210) 220-2300. UT Health San Antonio urgent dental line: (210) 450-3700. For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.

More ways to save

The Ricardo Salinas Pediatric Dental Clinic operates in partnership with the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District and focuses on underserved children. CommuniCare also operates dental services at its East Campus (3066 E. Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78220) with hours Mon-Fri 8am-7pm.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I get cheap dental care in San Antonio, TX?
5 verified low-cost options are listed above, including San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic, CommuniCare Health Centers - West Campus Dental, CentroMed - South Park Dental. 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 San Antonio?
San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic offers same-day emergency care for eligible patients: (210) 220-2300. UT Health San Antonio urgent dental line: (210) 450-3700. For a life-threatening dental emergency go to the nearest ER.
Are there free dental clinics in San Antonio, TX?
Yes: San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.

Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.