Affordable Dental Care in Central Iowa (Medicaid Accepted)
Primary Health Care (PHC) provides comprehensive dental care for adults and children—exams, cleanings, fillings, urgent dental visits, and more. Medicaid accepted, with a sliding fee scale for patients without insurance.
Dental Services
🦷 Exams & Cleanings
Checkups, X-rays, preventive cleanings, fluoride, sealants.
🪥 Fillings & Restorations
Tooth-colored fillings, simple crowns, and repairs.
🆘 Urgent Dental Care
Toothaches, infections, broken teeth, and other urgent needs.
🧒 Children’s Dentistry
Well-child dental care, cleanings, and school forms.
🪚 Extractions (Simple)
Evaluation and removal of non-restorable teeth when needed.
🦷 Dentures & Partials
Evaluation and referrals for full/partial dentures when appropriate.
Insurance, Medicaid & Costs
- Medicaid accepted: We accept Iowa Medicaid dental plans.
- No insurance? Sliding fee discounts based on income and family size.
- Up-front estimates: We explain your costs before treatment.
- Languages: Interpreter services available.
Questions about coverage or cost? Call your preferred location below—we’re happy to help.
Dental Locations & Appointments
University Avenue — Dental Clinic
1200 University Avenue, Suite 100 (West Entrance), Des Moines
South / BEC — Dental
2353 SE 14th Street, Des Moines
Marshalltown — Medical & Dental
101 Iowa Ave W, #102, Marshalltown
Ames — Medical & Dental
3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Our Dentists & Dental Providers
Dental FAQs
Do you accept Medicaid for dental?
Yes. We accept Iowa Medicaid dental plans. If you have questions about your specific plan, call the clinic you plan to visit.
Can I be seen if I don’t have insurance?
Yes. We offer a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. We’ll explain your estimated cost before treatment.
Do you take urgent dental visits?
We treat toothaches, infections, and broken teeth. Call the nearest PHC dental location—same-day appointments may be available.
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