Dental Care for Low Income
While dental care can be very expensive, there are some options available for people with a low budget.The costs of dental care in the USA are very high. Dentists often charge $200 or more for a routine cleaning, making it very difficult to afford. However, with a bit of effort and research, you may find some low-cost dental care, sometimes, even for free! So, let’s find out how you can find affordable dental care nearby.
Clinics in Dental Schools
Most dental schools run dental clinics, where the students get some hands-on training before graduation. Under the guidance of a licensed supervisors, the students provide different dental care services like root canals, fillings, etc. for half the normal costs. You can find the nearest dental school and clinics by performing a google search, or visiting the Commissions on Dental Accreditation website.
Public Dental Clinics
If you need an emergency dentist on call, or some advance dental care, such as x-rays, surgical tooth removal, crowns, etc.; you may have to find a public clinic or community health center. They get grants from the government, and charges a very low, fixed prices. Nashville’s Interfaith Dental Clinic charge according to your ability to pay. Toothwisdom.Org is a great website to find such clinics.
Free Dental Clinics
The Ben Massell Dental Clinic in Atlanta is run by volunteering staffs and provides a complete dental service for no costs. You can find some similar clinics in your local area by visiting the 211.Org website. Charity services like Dental Lifeline offer free dental care to elderly people and people with disabilities. Whereas, Mission of Mercy hosts 2-days free dental care at high schools and other public places. If you are unemployed, you may opt for state financed dental benefits.