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Dental Emergency Resources

Emergency dental care, free clinics, and assistance programs available in Yates County and surrounding areas.

Need Immediate Help?

Life-Threatening Emergency

Call 911 or go to the ER immediately

Call 911

Dental Hotline

24/7 referral assistance

1-800-555-0123

Urgent Care

Local urgent care locations

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Free & Low-Cost Dental Clinics

Dental clinics offering sliding scale fees, free care, or accepting Medicaid

FLACRA Dental Clinic

28 Liberty Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

Sliding scale fees based on income. Accepts Medicaid and offers payment plans.

Community Health Center - Dental

160 Main Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

Accepts all insurance including Medicaid. Sliding fee scale available for uninsured.

East Hill Dental (Free Clinic Days)

140 East Elm Avenue, Penn Yan, NY 14527

Free dental clinic days held monthly. Call to schedule appointment during clinic events.

Dental Assistance Programs

Programs that help cover dental costs for qualifying individuals

NY Medicaid Dental Coverage

NY Medicaid covers emergency dental services for adults. Coverage includes pain relief, extractions, and some restorative work.

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Dental Lifeline Network

Provides free dental treatment to people who cannot afford it. Eligibility based on income and need.

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Donated Dental Services (DDS)

Volunteer dentists provide free treatment to elderly, disabled, and medically fragile individuals.

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Unity Dental Program

Community program offering free emergency dental care for qualifying residents of Yates County.

(315) 531-2500

Emergency Dental Resources

What to do in a dental emergency and where to go

When to Seek Emergency Care

Call 911 if:
  • Severe bleeding that won't stop
  • Swelling affecting breathing/swallowing
  • Severe facial injury
Seek immediate care for:
  • Severe toothache with fever
  • Knocked-out tooth
  • Broken jaw

Soldiers & Sailors Hospital

418 N. Main Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

Emergency department can address severe dental emergencies, infections, and facial trauma.

(315) 531-2500

Finger Lakes Urgent Care

126A Main Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

Can provide pain management and antibiotics for dental infections. Not a substitute for dental care.

(315) 536-4400

Questions or Need Help?

If you need help finding dental resources or have questions about dental assistance programs, we're here to help.