Greater New Bedford Community Health Center

Greater New Bedford Community Health Center 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: 2023-10-26 08:27:25

The Greater New Bedford Community Health Dental Center provides preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care as well as extractions, dentures and whitening.



Reduced-cost sliding fees and Health Safety Net is also available. Benefits Counselors are available at all Health Center sites to assist new and established patients with determining eligibility for insurance plans and programs.



You will need to bring the following information with you when you visit a Health Benefits Counselor:



Photo ID (drivers license, passport etc.)

Proof of income (two weekly pay stubs or one bi-weekly pay stubs, income tax forms)

Proof of Immigration Status (legal permanent resident card, visa, asylum, etc.)

Proof of Citizenship (a photo ID along with a birth certificate or a passport)

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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 New Bedford, 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.

Greater New Bedford Community Health Center Mission Statement

Our mission at Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School is to provide education that is rigorous, relevant, and meaningful to each student in a safe and supportive environment, resulting in academic, career, and technical excellence. This experience encourages lifelong learning, fosters mutual respect, and instills social responsibility, respect for diversity, and responsible citizenship.

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Dental Clinic Costs - Crowd Sourced

We have listed the dental costs below which we have compiled for Greater New Bedford Community Health Center. 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
2023-08-17	Charged Sliding Scale		$0
2022-06-14			$0
2022-04-06			$100
2021-03-29			$50
2019-03-06	Not Free Or Sliding Scale		$200
2018-11-05	Charged Sliding Scale		$600
2018-06-29	Completely Free Clinic		$100
2018-06-29			$100
2017-09-06	Not Free Or Sliding Scale		$500

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