Boston Health Care for The Homeless, Inc.

Boston Health Care for The Homeless, Inc. Details

This is a SLIDING SCALE clinic. The costs for clinic services are based on either your income or they offer type of financial assistance. Contact the clinic directly to discuss prices for individual services which vary. Sliding Scale does not necessarily mean free.

Last-Modified: 2024-04-25 22:53:16

BHCHPs Dental Team provides a trusted source of high quality, accessible oral health care to homeless men and women. Now serving over 3,000 patients each year, the Dental Team operates a full-time, five-chair dental clinic within Jean Yawkey Place and a part-time dental clinic within Pine Street Inn. Services include: Preventive care Oral hygiene and oral health education Emergency services, including extractions Restorative services Periodontal treatment Denture services Offers a sliding fee discount program to those who qualify.

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Eligibility and Income Guidelines To Qualify

To qualify for free dental care at one of these clinics, you will typically need to meet certain income and residency requirements. You may also need to provide proof of your income and residency.

To learn more about the eligibility requirements and services offered by a particular clinic, please contact the clinic directly.

Free dental clinics are an important resource for people who cannot afford to go to a regular dental clinic. They provide access to essential dental care that can help to improve people's overall health and well-being.

If you are in need of dental care and cannot afford to go to a regular dental clinic, please consider visiting one of the free dental clinics in Boston, MA. You deserve to have access to the dental care you need, without the cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of dental services do free dental clinics offer?
A: Free dental clinics offer a variety of dental services, including preventive care (cleanings, checkups, and X-rays), restorative care (fillings, crowns, and bridges), extractions, and emergency dental care.

Q: How do I qualify for free dental care?
A: The eligibility requirements for free dental care vary from clinic to clinic. Some clinics require patients to meet certain income or residency requirements. Others may require patients to be uninsured or underinsured.

Q: Do I need to have insurance to go to a free dental clinic?
A: No, you do not need to have insurance to go to a free dental clinic. However, some clinics may give priority to patients with Medicaid or other government insurance.

Q: How do I find a free dental clinic in my area?
A: There are a number of ways to find a free dental clinic in your area. You can use an online directory, contact your local health department, ask your dentist or other healthcare provider for a referral, or check with local charities and nonprofits.

Q: What should I bring to my first appointment at a free dental clinic?
A: You should bring your photo ID, proof of income, and proof of residency to your first appointment at a free dental clinic. You should also bring a list of any medications you are taking and any allergies you have.

Q: Are free dental clinics safe?
A: Yes, free dental clinics are safe. Free dental clinics are held to the same standards of care as regular dental clinics.

Boston Health Care for The Homeless, Inc. Mission Statement

To provide or assure access to the highest quality health care for all homeless individuals and families in the greater Boston area.

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Dental Clinic Costs - Crowd Sourced

We have listed the dental costs below which we have compiled for Boston Health Care for The Homeless, Inc.. We cannot guarantee the dental costs to be completely accurate. Costs are displayed for informational purposes for our users. We have compiled prices provided by users to this website. In order to obtain actual costs please contact the dental offices directly.

Date Added	Type of Clinic	Description	Cost
2024-02-16	Completely Free Clinic		$0
2023-04-18			$20
2023-04-18			$20
2023-04-18			$0
2023-02-28	Completely Free Clinic		$0
2020-09-11	Completely Free Clinic		$200
2017-07-17	Completely Free Clinic		$20

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