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.
Madison Dental Initiative ia non-profit organizatino that provides dental care to the low-income and homeless populations of Dane County. The clinic is set up to do a wide variety of both preventive and restorative care, including root canals, stainless steel crowns, and denture services. The clinic has helped patients receive fillings and extractions, as well as preventive measures such as deep periodontal cleanings and dental sealants. MDI also has relationships with specialists in the area who can take on more complex cases.
Eligibility: Anyone under 200% FPL without insurance, or enrolled in a Medicaid insurance plan with a dental benefit.
Intake procedure: Call to schedule appointment
Fees: Sliding fee scale for uninsured, accepts Medicaid co-pays
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
Urgent Care Clinic: Thursday 5:15pm-9:00pm
Madison
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.
Across the United States, free and low-cost dental clinics play a vital role in making oral healthcare reachable for everyone. Supported by government funding, non-profit organisations, and charitable contributions, these clinics deliver essential dental treatment to those who need it most — including uninsured individuals, low-income families, children, seniors, and people receiving government assistance.