Dental School Clinics Near You

Yes. All dental schools in the US are accredited by CODA (Commission on Dental Accreditation). Student dentists work under direct supervision of experienced licensed faculty. Procedures go through multiple quality checks.

Dental school clinics typically charge significantly less than private practices. A crown that costs $1,200 at a private office might be $400-600 at a dental school. Cleanings are often $30-60.

Wait times vary by school and procedure type. Simple procedures like cleanings may have shorter waits (1-2 weeks), while complex procedures like crowns may require 4-8 weeks. Emergencies are typically seen faster.

Most dental schools offer comprehensive services including cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions, dentures, implants, orthodontics, and periodontal treatment. Specialty clinics (endodontics, oral surgery) may have separate scheduling.

Many dental school clinics accept Medicaid and some private insurance plans. Most also offer sliding scale fees and payment plans. Contact the specific school clinic for accepted payment methods.

Appointments at dental schools typically take longer than private practice visits — often 2-3 hours for procedures that would normally take 1 hour. This is because students work methodically and faculty must review work at each step.