Low Income Dental
Referral Listing
PLEASE NOTE: While we are very fortunate to have so many dental clinics and programs in the Denver metro area - the need for dental care far outweighs the resources available. We make every attempt to keep our list as up-to-date as possible, however, be aware that emergency and appointment availability is subject to change. We recommend you contact the programs directly for which you may qualify and we encourage you follow any specified acceptance protocols (i.e., fill out the application, get your name on the waiting list, etc). Because the need for dental services is so great, in many cases you will need to exercise patience and diligence.
MEDICAID INFORMATION:
Colorado Dental Association: Find-A-Dentist
www.cdaonline.org
Online search for Medicaid Dentists in Colorado
State Department - To assist Medicaid patients to find a Medicaid provider
- Marci Bonnett, (303) 866-3604
MEDICARE PARTS A & B:
ACCESS ADVANTAGE
(877) 287-6767 Main Number
- Offers its members $750 per year in dental coverage provided by Delta Dental
- Available in following counties: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, El Paso and Jefferson
- Has transportation and podiatry benefits
- Oral health plan specifically designated for people who have Medicare Parts A & B and for children on Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
NO COUNTY REQUIREMENTS:
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF DENVER DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM
Lowry Campus, Building 753
1062 Akron Way, Denver CO 80230
(303) 365-8338 Main number
- Exams, x-rays, cleanings, preventive maintenance and sealants at reduced rates
- Rates are reduced more for children and seniors.
- Now offering bleaching
- APPROXIMATE COST for a cleaning $25 with x-rays additional
- No insurance accepted
DENVER RESCUE MISSION
1130 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205
(303) 294-0157 Main number
denrescue@aol.com Email
- Dental grants are provided to persons in need
- EXTRACTIONS OFFERED (appointments available only two times per month)
- Dental grants for full dentures
- Need to work full-time, retired or on disability
- Contact Kathy Collins, Clinic Supervisor for more information
FRIENDS OF MAN
P.O. Box 937, Littleton, CO 80160
(303) 798-2342 Main number
Limited financial assistance is provided for food, medicine, dentures, wheelchairs, clothing, prostheses, eyeglasses, hearing aids, and other appropriate needs. No assistance available for rent, mortgages, utilities or back bills. No cash available.
- NO EMERGENCY VISITS
- Referral from a third party professional with expertise in a social services or educational/medical field required
- Applications accepted from an agency on behalf of the individual
- Concentrate mostly on DENTURES, upper, lower or both
They will consider other work on a case by case basis - Strong work history required
INNER CITY HEALTH CENTER
3405 Downing Street, Denver CO 80205
(303) 296-4873 Dental Clinic Information Hotline
(303) 296-9313 Fax
ichc@innercityhealth.com Email
- Sliding scale fee; Medicaid accepted for extractions only
- Offer an oral hygiene class once a month that provides information on oral health and assistance that the agency provides
- Must attend the oral hygiene class before can be scheduled for treatment
- EMERGENCIES ($90.00 flat fee) - limited availability
- Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
NEW HOPE DENTAL SERVICES
4200 West Conejos Place, Denver, CO 80204
(720) 956-0311 Main number
- Uninsured and low-income
- Full range dental services
- $90 EMERGENCY VISITS (per person, per tooth) - limited availability
- Must provide: total household income for the past 30 days, proof of address, photo ID, Medicaid/insurance card (if applicable)
- Bring identification items on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to schedule treatment
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
13065 East 17th Avenue, Aurora CO 80010
(303) 724-6900 Main number
(303) 724-6942 - EMERGENCY WALK-IN ONLY
Offers general dentistry for adults
- $120 EMERGENCY VISITS (for extractions and fillings) - limited availability
- 30% less than private practices
- Adults only (ages 17/18 +)
- Applications needed to become a patient
- Medicaid accepted under 21 years, over 21 extractions only
BOULDER, LONGMONT, LOUISVILLE ONLY:
DENTAL AID, Inc.
4155 Darley Ave. Ste C, Boulder CO 80305
(303) 499-7072 Main number
Pediatric Clinic in Louisville
(303) 665-8228 Main number
Adult Clinic in Longmont
(303) 682-2619 Main number
- Routine dental care and prevention services
- Emergency care, starts at $40
- Services provided to low-income residents of all ages
- Set fees ½ of general dentist visit
- Medicaid, Delta and CHP + accepted
DENVER COUNTY ONLY:
DENVER HEALTH MEDICAL DENTAL CLINIC
3rd Floor of Dental Health Medical Center
301 West 6th Avenue
(303) 602-8200 Clinic number
(303) 436-6000 Main number
Full range of dental treatments, except orthodontics, is offered to persons living in Denver County.
- Medicaid patient under age 21 or over 21 if Dental emergency
- Parent or guardian must accompany 18 or under
- Picture ID and utility bill with name on it
- Co-pay or $105.00 deposit due at time of service
- No age requirements
- Does not discriminate
- Cost based on income level
- Must be seen as an emergency patient for the first visit. Emergency Room days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - Check-in times are 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. or noon to 1 p.m.
EASTSIDE DENTAL CLINIC
501 28th Street, Denver, CO
(303) 436-4600 Main number
Offers routine, acute, and chronic care, minor emergency care, Ob/Gyn and family planning services, well baby and pediatric care, teen clinic, dental care, laboratory and x-ray services, nutrition counseling and education, podiatry and pharmacy services to residents of Denver County.
- Denver County residents only
- Medicaid for adult emergencies and all children services
- $105 emergency fee deposit required at time of service -They bill for the remainder
- Parent or guardian must accompany 18 or under
- You will need proof of address and photo ID
- Fees based on sliding scale
- If not on Medicaid need to become a member of the Discount Program through the enrollment specialist @ 990 Banock St. (720) 956-2300
- Walk-in times are 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Those checking in at 11 a.m. are seen after 1:30 p.m.
WESTSIDE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER DENTAL CLINIC
1100 Federal Boulevard, Denver CO 80204
(303) 436-4345 Main number
Offers routine, acute, and chronic care, minor emergency care, Ob/Gyn and family planning services, well baby and pediatric care, teen clinic, dental care, laboratory and x-ray services, nutrition counseling and education, podiatry and pharmacy services to residents of Denver County.
- Denver County residents only
- $105 deposit at time of service (if not on Medicaid/or insurance)
- You will need proof of address and photo ID
- Medicaid accepted for children and adult dental emergencies
- Parent or guardian must accompany 18 or under
- If not on Medicaid need to become a member of the Discount Program through the enrollment specialist @ 990 Banock St. (720) 956-2300
- Hours: Walk- ins Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. only
EASTERN ADAMS COUNTY ONLY
(Some Restrictions Apply):
SALUD FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS
1115 Second St., Fort Lupton CO 80621
Hours: M – W, F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Th, 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
(303) 892-0004 Main number
6075 Parkway Drive, #160, Commerce City CO 80022
(303) 286-6755 Program number
Hours: M – F, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
630 Main, P.O. Box 189 Frederick, CO 80530
(303) 833-2050 Program number
Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Offers routine dental care such as general dentistry, children’s dentistry, oral surgery, diagnosis services, restorations, endodontics, emergencies and prevention services and education.
- Ability to pay; Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance accepted
- Sliding scale fees based on number of people in family and income
- Show proof of address and income for last 3 months
- Call to schedule and appointment
- Call at 8 a.m. for emergency appointments
CHILDREN’S CLINIC
114 Bristlecone Dr., Ft. Collins CO 80524
(970) 494-4040 Program number
Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
JEFFERSON COUNTY ONLY:
JEFFCO ACTION CENTER-EMERGENCY FUNDS
8755 W. 14th Avenue, Lakewood CO 80215
(303) 237-7704 Main number
(303) 237-6002 Fax
Limited financial assistance, depending on funding available at any given time, is provided to low income and homeless persons in Jefferson County. Financial assistance may be available for emergency eye and dental care, prescriptions, and rent, rent deposits, utilities, and Colorado identification cards. Also supplies bus tokens.
- Low income and homeless persons living in Jefferson County
- Photo ID and proof of address need to be provided
- Services include one extraction, per family, per lifetime
- Dental help provided if funds are available
- Make a check payable to dentist for service
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste available if needed
- Call for more information, or visit the location
- Hours: M – F, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL (NAMI) - Jeffco
(303) 420-2006 Donna Grano
(303) 432-5406 Bob Michael
- NO COST dental services for ADULTS ONLY with severe and persistent mental illness (i.e., obsessive/compulsive, bi-polar, schizophrenia, major depression)
- Must be a client of Jefferson Center for the Mentally Ill. Call above to become client
- For residents of Jefferson, Gilpin, Clear Creek counties
AIDS/HIV+ PATIENTS ONLY:
HOWARD DENTAL CENTER
1420 Ogden Street, Denver, CO 80218
(303) 863-0772 Main number
(303) 832-7823 Fax
howarddental@mho.net Email
Offers professional dental care in a private practice setting to medically indigent persons who are HIV positive or have AIDS.
- Sliding scale fees, and Medicaid accepted
- Provide diagnostic and preventive services
- Regular dental cleanings and home care instructions
- Emergency care
- Restorations, extractions, root canals, replacement of missing teeth, crown and bridge
- Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursdays ONLY: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Fridays: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
CHILDREN ONLY:
CHILDREN’S HEALTH PLAN PLUS (CHPS+) DENTAL BENEFITS:
600 17th Street, #710, South Tower
Denver, CO 80202
(800) 359-1991 Eligibility/Applications - Customer Service (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
(800) 610-0201 To find participating dentists
(303) 866-3388 or (303) 866-3646 Administration
www.cchp.org website
Low-cost health insurance program for uninsured Colorado children age 18 and under whose families earn or own too much to qualify for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.
- Children 18 and under that are NOT eligible for Medicaid
- Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Living in a financially-qualified family
- Fees depend on family size and income
- Call to get an application, or request one on the website
- Covers check-ups and shots, other doctor visits, hospitalization and hospital services, prescribed medications, mental health services, glasses and hearing aids
- Dental provided by Delta Dental Network of Colorado
- Services include preventive and diagnostic, basic restorative, oral surgery and endodontics care
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL DENTAL CLINIC
1575 Wheeling, Aurora, CO 80045
(720) 777-6788 Program number
HEALTHY SMILES DENTAL CLINIC
Building 514 on Fitzsimons Campus
1958 Tucson Way, Aurora CO 80010
(303) 724-2273 Program number
Evaluation and treatment of children with dental problems including surgery.
- Children 15 months – 13 years, handicapped up to 19 years
- All major health insurance plans accepted, including Medicaid
- Special payment arrangements made for kids without health insurance
- $80 deposit due at time of appointment
- Emergencies and scheduled appointments available
- No residency requirement
- Teeth cleaning, cavity prevention, fillings, gum disease treatment
- Injuries to the mouth and teeth, growth or developmental problems
- Hours: M – F, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (fall, winter and spring hours) and M-Th, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (summer hours)
CHILDRENS DENTAL HEALTH CENTER
495 South Federal Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80219
(303) 937-7511 Program Number
2295 South Chambers, Aurora, Colorado
(303) 751-6511 Program Number
- Children 0-20 years
- Medicaid and CHP accepted
- Most other major insurance accepted
- Patients with NO INSURANCE we offer Medicaid Fees if paid on same day at service provided
- Emergencies seen on same day
KIDS IN NEED OF DENTISTRY (KIND)
(303) 733-3710 Administrative Offices
(877) 544-KIND Toll-free
(303) 733-3670 Fax
info@kindsmiles.org Email
www.kindsmiles.org
Coordinates service of volunteer and paid dentists to provide preventive and routine dental care for youth living in the metro Denver area.
- Low-income children ages birth to 18 years
- Accept Medicaid and CHP+
- Must not have private dental insurance
- Must be approved as eligible
- Proof of income is required
- Fees $20 co-pay plus 10% of normal fee for treatment, per visit
For applications and appointments contact the Administrative Offices.
KIDS NOW
Phone #: (877) KIDS-NOW – Free government-sponsored children’s health insurance program for families with financial difficulties
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
GIVE BACK A SMILE PROGRAM
National Coalition against Domestic Violence
(800) 773-4227 Program number
- Takes 9 weeks to process after application submitted
HOMELESS ONLY:
COLORADO COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS DENTAL CLINIC
2111 Champa Street, Denver, CO 80205
(303) 293-2217 Program number
Offers preventive, emergency and restorative care to the homeless.
- No charge for dental work, but need to meet the criteria for “homeless”
- Emergency, General Dentistry, dentures, root canals and limited access to referrals for specialty care
- Hours: M - F, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:
COLORADO FOUNDATION OF DENTISTRY FOR THE HANDICAPPED (CFDH)
1800 15th Street #100, Denver CO 80202
(303) 534-5360 Main number
(303) 534-5290 Fax
CFDH DENTAL HOUSECALLS (VANS Programs)
Offers dental house calls for homebound persons, persons with disabilities, and residents of nursing homes in the metro Denver area who cannot easily get to dental offices.
PROGRAM HAS WAITING LIST OF ONE YEAR
- Arrange FREE (depending on income level) dental care for low-income seniors, persons with disabilities, homebound persons and residents of nursing homes.
- Sliding scale fees
- Must complete application
- Call to schedule and appointment
- Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
DENVER RESCUE MISSION
1130 Park Avenue West, Denver, CO 80205
(303) 294-0157 Main number
denrescue@aol.com Email
- Dental grants are provided to persons in need
- EXTRACTIONS OFFERED (only two times per month)
- Dental grants for full dentures
- Need to work full-time, retired or on disability
- Contact Kathy Collins, Clinic Supervisor for more information
SENIORS:
SENIOR ANSWERS & SERVICES, INC. / OLD AGE PENSION DENTAL PROGRAM
3006 E. Colfax Ave., Denver CO 80206
(303) 333-3482 Main number
dohery001@worldnet.att.net Email
Dental services including dentures, partials, fillings, and extractions for individuals who receive Old Age Pension benefits from the State of Colorado. or Medicare Savings individuals can only receive services once in a lifetime.
- Call for an application
- Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Over age 60 only
TRI-COUNTY HEALTH SENIOR PROGRAM
4857 South Broadway, Englewood CO 80110
(303) 761-1340 Program number
(303) 761-1528 Fax
Dental clinic available for low-income seniors living in Arapahoe County.
- By application only
- OVER 55 YEARS
- No insurance
- Medicaid extractions only
- Sliding Scale fee + 25% of lab fees
- Will arrange payments
- Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
VETERANS ONLY:
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION DENTAL CLINIC
1055 Clearmont St., Denver CO 80220
(303) 393-2823 Main number
www.vaww.denver.med.va.gov Email
- 100% Service Connected Disabled, permanent or total, OR Ex-prisoner of war, OR
- Currently being compensated for dental injury received during military duty, OR
- Currently enrolled in vocational rehab program
- Just out of military (90 days)
- No residency requirement
- Full range of dental services
- Hours: M – F, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
