These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Is it an emergency?
Swelling in the face or neck, fever, or trouble swallowing or breathing: go to the hospital emergency room or call 911.
2Low-cost dental care nearby
Hidalgo Medical Services
Silver City Community Health Center: Dental and vision
575-800-1467
1007 N. Pope St., Silver City · Dental Mon-Fri 7:00 am-5:30 pm (closed 12-12:30); clinic Mon-Fri 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Hidalgo Medical Services
HMS Mobile Dental Clinic
575-800-1467
Silver City · At least one day every other week; call for schedule
Bring
- Medicaid card if they have one
- photo ID
- proof of income for the sliding scale
3Farther away, or bigger work
Ben Archer Health Center
Deming dental clinic
575-267-3280
1600 Columbus Rd, Deming · Mon, Wed, Fri 8am-5pm; Tue and Thu 8am-7pm
Dona Ana Community College (NMSU) - Dental Clinic
Low-cost teaching dental clinic
575-528-7071
Espina Campus (call for directions), Las Cruces · By appointment
Dental Lifeline Network - New Mexico Donated Dental Services (NM Dental Association Foundation)
Free comprehensive dental care from volunteer dentists
505-298-7206
PO Box 16854, Albuquerque · Business hours
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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