Uninsured Hampton Roads residents earning below 300% of the federal poverty level; no Medicaid, Medicare, or VA benefits; call for an eligibility appointment
Virginia Medicaid covers comprehensive dental care for adults 21+ through Cardinal Care Smiles (administered by DentaQuest) — no annual dollar limit; includes exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, gum treatment, dentures, and extractions.
Emergency dental care
Call the Hampton Roads Dental Center at Chesapeake Care (757) 545-5700 for urgent needs (free for qualifying uninsured patients); for life-threatening emergencies go to the nearest ER.
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Hampton Roads Community Health Center (FQHC) dental sites in nearby Norfolk and Portsmouth — sliding-scale dental at (757) 393-6363.
Virginia Dental Association Foundation Missions of Mercy (MOM) — periodic free dental clinic events across Virginia (fillings, extractions, cleanings); watch https://vdaf.org for dates.
Dental Lifeline Network Virginia Donated Dental Services (DDS): free comprehensive care from volunteer dentists for adults 65+, permanently disabled, or medically fragile adults who cannot afford treatment.
Chesapeake's only verified low-cost dental option is the Hampton Roads Dental Center at Chesapeake Care (free, uninsured only). Nearby options: Hampton Roads Community Health Center dental sites in Norfolk/Portsmouth (sliding scale).
Where can I get cheap dental care in Chesapeake, VA?
1 verified low-cost options are listed above, including Hampton Roads Dental Center at Chesapeake Care. Call ahead to confirm eligibility and fees.
Does VA Medicaid cover dental for adults?
Virginia Medicaid covers comprehensive dental care for adults 21+ through Cardinal Care Smiles (administered by DentaQuest) — no annual dollar limit; includes exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, gum treatment, dentures, and extractions.
Where do I go for emergency dental care in Chesapeake?
Call the Hampton Roads Dental Center at Chesapeake Care (757) 545-5700 for urgent needs (free for qualifying uninsured patients); for life-threatening emergencies go to the nearest ER.
Are there free dental clinics in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes: Hampton Roads Dental Center at Chesapeake Care. Eligibility rules apply — check each listing.
Last checked 2026-10-07. Hours, fees, and eligibility change — call ahead before visiting.
