Provides free basic dental services for adults by appointment only
• Basic dental care is provided by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Howard University
fourth-year dental students under the supervision of volunteer local dentists
• Basic dental care includes restoration (fillings), extractions, x-rays, and examination
• Dental hygiene services are provided by provided by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) dental
hygiene students under the supervision of volunteer local dentists
Currently they have an extensive waiting list for other dental services including root canals and crowns. These services are provided only when specific grant funding is available, typically once per year.
Does not provide sedation (local anesthesia only), complex root canals, gum disease treatment, bridges, dentures or braces.
Eligibility Guidelines
You are most likely eligible if you:
• Are over age 18
• Have household income below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
• Do not have medical or dental insurance
• Are currently living in Virginia
Mon., Wed. and Fri. — 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tues. and Thurs. — 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Lynchburg
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Many communities have clinics that charge little or nothing for dental care. They are usually run by nonprofits, community health centers, dental schools and local health departments, and they often rely on grants, donations and public funding. Some serve everyone on a sliding fee scale, while others focus on children, seniors or people without insurance. Every clinic sets its own rules, so call ahead and ask what you qualify for.