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If budget is your top priority and you’re uninsured, I’d book CommUnityCare rather than a typical private dentist.

My top pick: CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center

CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center
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Address: 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-9500
2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
📞 512-978-9865 for dental

CommUnityCare offers dental care to uninsured patients who meet income guidelines and has a sliding-fee scale based on income and household size. Services include exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and emergency dental care. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Why I'd choose it: It's likely to be substantially cheaper than paying cash at a conventional private dentist, particularly if your income qualifies you for the sliding scale.

Another excellent low-cost option: Manos De Cristo

Manos De Cristo
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Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
Phone: +1 512-477-7454
4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
📞 512-477-2319 for dental

Manos de Cristo is a nonprofit low-cost dental center specifically serving people without private insurance or Medicaid. It offers cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, exams/X-rays, periodontal treatment and dentures. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

If you want a normal private dentist with a cheap first visit

KoLa Dentistry has a particularly good uninsured new-patient deal: $99 for a comprehensive exam plus X-rays; a routine cleaning is $125 if appropriate. www.koladentistry.com

KoLa Dentistry

Bottom line: I'd call CommUnityCare first and ask to be screened for the sliding-fee program. If you don't qualify or can't get an appointment soon, I'd try Manos de Cristo next. If you want a private-office experience and can spend around $100–225 initially, KoLa is a good fallback.

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and roughly what you can afford for the first visit (e.g. $50, $100, $200), I can narrow this to the best 2–3 options nearby.

• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• High Point Dentistry - 2719 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Lone Star Circle of Care at Stassney - 730 W Stassney Ln Ste 110, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Groovy Dental - 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• My Dentist: Christine Hervas, DDS - 8015 Shoal Creek Blvd Unit 108, Austin, TX 78757, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Lane Dental of South Austin - 1901 W William Cannon Dr Ste 137, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Toothwise Dental - 12809 N FM 620 Ste 100, Austin, TX 78750, United States
• Northeast Dental Clinic - 7112 Ed Bluestein Blvd #155, Austin, TX 78723, United States

If you’re uninsured and paying out of pocket, I’d start with Manos de Cristo rather than a typical private dentist. It’s a nonprofit in Austin specifically focused on low-cost dental care for people with limited resources. Manos De Cristo

My Austin shortlist

1. Best for lowest cost: Manos de Cristo

• Nonprofit, low-cost dental clinic.
• Located at 4911 Harmon Ave.
• Particularly worth trying if your income is limited.
• Call 512-477-7454 to ask about current adult self-pay pricing and eligibility. School of Nursing
• Best if you want a private dentist + uninsured discount: Downtown Dental Design

• Offers 15% off preventive and restorative treatment for uninsured patients.
• Also has an in-house membership plan and financing. Downtown Dental Design
• This would be my pick if you can afford a regular private practice but want predictable discounts.
• Best if you need a dental savings plan: Daylight Dental

• Their uninsured adult plan is $300/year and includes 2 exams, routine X-rays, 2 cleanings, fluoride treatments, and an emergency exam, plus discounts on other treatment. Daylight Dental
• Located at 6501 S Congress Ave.
• Another strong low-cost option: CommUnityCare

• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center offers dental services and has income-based sliding-fee options for eligible patients.
• Texas DSHS specifically recommends community health centers and dental schools for uninsured/low-income Texans. Texas Health Services

My recommendation: If you're mainly concerned about keeping the bill as low as possible, call Manos de Cristo first. If they can't get you in soon, I'd try CommUnityCare. If you want a conventional private dentist and can spend a little more, Downtown Dental Design or Daylight Dental are better bets.

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or you have a tooth problem, I can narrow this down to the 3 cheapest nearby options and compare their current new-patient prices.

• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Groovy Dental - 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Dr. P. Patel BDS, DDS - 801 E William Cannon Dr STE 201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Family Dentistry on Manchaca - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4, Suite 4, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Glow Dental Co - Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Clinica Montopolis - Austin, TX 78741, United States
• little house dentistry - 2205 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnityCare: Del Valle Health & Wellness Center - 7050 Elroy Rd, Del Valle, TX 78617, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States

If budget is your top priority and you’re uninsured, I’d book with CommUnityCare rather than a typical private dentist.

My top pick: CommUnityCare

Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County — South Austin Health Center, 2529 S 1st St

Why I’d choose it:

• They provide dental care to uninsured adults.
• Eligible patients can get a sliding-fee discount based on income and household size. Low Income Dental People's Community Clinic
• Services include exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures and emergency dental care. Low Income Dental
• It’s a nonprofit/community-health-center model, so it’s specifically designed for people who may struggle to afford conventional dental prices.

If South Austin isn't convenient, CommUnityCare also has dental clinics in other parts of Austin, including:

• Dr. Sileshi Assemu — North Central, 1210 W Braker Ln
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — 2901 Montopolis Dr
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St

If you don't qualify for sliding-scale care

A good private-practice alternative is Craft of Dentistry in South Austin. Its uninsured savings plan starts at $35/month and includes preventive care plus 20% off recommended treatment. Craft of Dentistry

Another option is Groovy Dental in North Austin, which advertises a $99 uninsured new-patient special and an in-office membership plan.

Bottom line: I'd call CommUnityCare first and ask for an uninsured-adult dental appointment plus a financial-eligibility/sliding-scale screening. That's likely to give you the lowest out-of-pocket cost.

If you tell me what part of Austin you're in (or your ZIP code), I can narrow this down to the 3 cheapest options closest to you.

If you’re a new Austin resident without dental insurance, I’d prioritize places that either have sliding-scale fees, uninsured discounts, or membership plans rather than a standard private office. My top picks:

1. Best budget choice for uninsured adults: Lone Star Circle of Care

• Why I’d start here: They specifically serve uninsured patients and offer discounted care for people who qualify based on income/household size. They provide adult dental services like exams, cleanings, fillings, and extractions. lonestarcares.orgglowdentalco.comwww.groovydentalaustin.com
• Best for: Someone who needs affordable basic care and wants to avoid surprise bills.
• Book this if: Cost is your biggest concern.

2. Best private-office option with no insurance: Groovy Dental

Groovy Dental
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Address: 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
Phone: +1 737-238-6004

• They advertise no-insurance options, including a dental membership plan, and list a new-patient no-insurance special and emergency exam pricing. www.groovydentalaustin.com
• Best for: A faster appointment experience while still keeping costs predictable.

3. Best if you want a simple cash-pay dentist: Glow Dental Co.

Glow Dental Co
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Address: Building One, 7717 Southwest Pkwy Unit 150, Austin, TX 78735, United States
Phone: +1 512-402-6586

• They offer a no-insurance new-patient package and an in-house membership plan aimed at uninsured patients. glowdentalco.comwww.groovydentalaustin.com
• Best for: Routine cleaning/checkup without dealing with insurance.

4. If you need extensive work (multiple fillings, extractions, etc.): People's Community Clinic or other community clinics

• Community clinics can be a better fit when you need more than a cleaning and want income-based affordability options. www.austinpcc.org

My pick for you:

• Low income / trying to spend the least: Lone Star Circle of Care first. lonestarcares.orgglowdentalco.comwww.groovydentalaustin.com
• Need a regular dentist quickly and can pay cash: Groovy Dental or Glow Dental Co. glowdentalco.comwww.groovydentalaustin.com

When you call, ask:

1. “What is the cash price for a new-patient exam, X-rays, and cleaning?”
2. “Do you have a membership plan or uninsured discount?”
3. “Will you give me a written estimate before treatment?”

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code, whether you need just a cleaning vs. pain/emergency work, and your rough budget (e.g., under $100, under $200, etc.), I can narrow it down to the best nearby option.

If you're uninsured and looking for the lowest-cost adult dental care in Austin, I’d book Manos de Cristo Dental Center first.

🥇 My pick: Manos De Cristo

Manos De Cristo
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Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
Phone: +1 512-477-7454

• 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
• Nonprofit dental clinic specifically focused on affordable care.
• Serves adults without private insurance or Medicaid.
• Offers exams/X-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, periodontal treatment and dentures. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• Dental appointments: 512-477-2319. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Why I'd choose it: It's specifically designed around low-cost care rather than being a regular private dentist that merely offers financing.

🥈 If you qualify for income-based assistance

CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center is another excellent option. CommUnityCare offers dental services and has a sliding-fee scale based on income and household size, including options for uninsured patients who meet its eligibility guidelines. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

🥉 If you want a regular private dentist

Manos De Cristo is still my first choice for price, but Groovy Dental advertises a $99 uninsured new-patient special and an $89 uninsured emergency exam, plus a membership plan. www.groovydentalaustin.com

Bottom line: I'd call Manos de Cristo first and say: “I'm an uninsured adult and recently moved to Austin. I'm looking for the lowest-cost option for an exam and cleaning. What would I pay out of pocket?”

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or have a specific dental problem, I can narrow it down to the 3 cheapest options closest to you.

If budget is the priority and you’re uninsured, I’d book Groovy Dental in North Austin.

Why I’d pick Groovy Dental

• $99 new-patient special for uninsured patients; they also advertise an $89 emergency exam. www.groovydentalaustin.com
• Their uninsured membership is $300/year and includes 2 cleanings, 2 fluoride treatments, unlimited diagnostic exams, necessary X-rays, and 20% off treatment. www.groovydentalaustin.com
• They accept cash/credit and offer financing, so you don't need dental insurance to be seen. www.groovydentalaustin.com
• They're at 8701 W Parmer Ln, Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, with a 4.9/5 rating from 641 reviews in current local listings.

Groovy Dental — official site

My runner-up: If you're looking for the absolute lowest-cost cleaning rather than a traditional dentist, Austin Community College's Dental Hygiene Clinic is worth knowing about: it advertises $20 basic cleanings, but new-patient registration reopens August 24, 2026, and treatment takes multiple appointments. sites.austincc.edu

If you tell me what part of Austin you're in (neighborhood or ZIP), I can narrow this down to the 3 cheapest reputable dentists within ~10 miles and compare their current uninsured prices.

If you’re uninsured and want the lowest-cost option rather than a typical private dentist, I’d start with Manos De Cristo.

• Manos de Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. It’s a nonprofit low-cost dental center specifically serving low-income Austin residents and offers adults exams/X-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, periodontal care, and dentures. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• CommUnityCare dental clinics are another strong choice if your income qualifies for their sliding-fee program. They explicitly provide services to uninsured/self-pay patients who meet income guidelines. nursing.utexas.edu
  • CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center
  • CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care
  • Dr. Sileshi Assemu at the North Central dental clinic
• If you don't qualify for sliding-scale care and want a conventional private dentist, Groovy Dental is a good budget-oriented alternative: it advertises a $99 no-insurance new-patient special and an in-office membership plan for uninsured patients. www.groovydentalaustin.com

My pick: Manos de Cristo if keeping the bill as low as possible is your priority. Groovy Dental if you want a more conventional private-practice experience and can spend around $99 for the initial visit.

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and roughly what you can afford for the first visit (e.g. $50, $100, $150), I can narrow this to the best 2–3 options nearby.

If budget is your top priority and you’re an uninsured adult, I’d book with Manos de Cristo first.

My top picks

1. Manos de Cristo — best overall for uninsured adults
   • 4911 Harmon Ave., Austin
   • Specifically serves adults without private insurance or Medicaid
   • Offers exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, crowns, dentures, and periodontal treatment.
   • Uses a reduced-cost/sliding-fee model. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.austinpcc.org
   • Dental appointments: 512-477-2319

This would be my first call.

2. People’s Community Clinic — best if your income is limited
   • 1101 Camino La Costa
   • Serves uninsured patients and has a sliding fee scale based on income and household size; financial counselors can help determine what you qualify for. www.austinpcc.orgwww.austinpcc.org
   • Phone: 512-478-4939

3. CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center — good safety-net option
   • 2529 S. 1st St.
   • Dental services plus income-based financial assistance/sliding-scale options for eligible uninsured patients. www.austinpcc.org
   • Dental: 512-978-9865

4. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care
   • 2901 Montopolis Dr.
   • Dental exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures and emergency treatment; sliding fees are available based on household income/size. www.lowincomedental.org

If you don't qualify for a sliding scale, a private-office option is Groovy Dental, which currently advertises a $99 uninsured new-patient special and an $89 emergency exam. www.groovydentalaustin.com

Bottom line: I'd call Manos de Cristo at 512-477-2319 first and say: “I'm an uninsured adult and recently moved to Austin. I'm looking for the lowest-cost option for an exam and cleaning. What would I pay, and do I need to bring proof of income?”

If you tell me your ZIP code and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or have a tooth that hurts, I can narrow this to the 2–3 best options closest to you.

Since you’re uninsured and looking for budget-friendly adult dental care in Austin, I’d start with a community clinic rather than a typical private dentist. These are usually much cheaper because they offer sliding-scale pricing based on income. www.dshs.texas.govwww.centralhealth.net

My top picks:

1. Manos de Cristo — Best overall for uninsured adults

Manos De Cristo
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Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
Phone: +1 512-477-7454
Why I’d pick it: It is specifically designed for people who don’t have private dental insurance and offers reduced-cost dental services, including exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and other treatments. www.lowincomedental.org
Best for: routine care, catching up after not seeing a dentist, basic restorative work.

2. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — Best if you want sliding-scale pricing

CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care
Web
Address: 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-9901
Why I’d pick it: CommUnityCare serves uninsured patients and offers dental services with income-based payment options. www.lowincomedental.org
Best for: people who want a larger healthcare system, possible financial assistance, and ongoing care.

3. Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County (South Austin Health Center) — Good central option

Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County
Address: 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
Phone: +15129724722
Why I’d pick it: Offers dental services and sliding-scale options for eligible uninsured patients. msb.usdentalservice.com
Best for: South Austin residents.

4. Dr. Sileshi Assemu / CommUnityCare North Central Dental — Good north Austin option

Why I’d pick it: North Central’s dental clinic is part of the same safety-net system and is geared toward accessible care, including uninsured patients who qualify for income-based programs. www.blackhealth.org

What I would do in your situation:

1. Call Manos de Cristo first and ask for a new adult patient appointment and current self-pay prices. www.lowincomedental.org
2. If your income is limited, also ask about MAP/MAP Basic through Central Health, which can help eligible uninsured Travis County residents access dental care. www.dshs.texas.govwww.centralhealth.net
3. When booking, ask: “What is the cash price for an exam, X-rays, and cleaning for an uninsured adult?”

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and whether you need just a cleaning/checkup or a problem tooth fixed, I can narrow this to the closest and cheapest option.

If you’re uninsured and trying to keep costs low, I’d book with Manos De Cristo first.

My Austin picks

1. Manos De Cristo — best overall for uninsured adults
   • 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin
   • Nonprofit dental clinic specifically serving low-income patients.
   • Offers exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, crowns, and dentures.
   • Their model is geared toward people without private insurance or Medicaid. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Phone: (512) 477-7454

2. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — best if your income qualifies for sliding-scale pricing
   • 2901 Montopolis Dr.
   • Provides dental care to uninsured patients and uses an income/family-size-based sliding fee schedule. www.lowincomedental.org
   • Phone: (512) 978-9901

3. CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center — another strong low-cost option
   • 2529 S 1st St.
   • CommUnityCare offers financial-eligibility assistance and sliding-scale options for qualifying uninsured patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

If you don't qualify for a sliding scale

A regular private dentist with an uninsured membership plan can still be reasonable. For example, Daylight Dental offers an uninsured plan for $300/year, including two cleanings, exams, routine X-rays, and an emergency exam, with discounts on treatment. www.daylightdental.com

My choice: Start with Manos De Cristo. It's the option I'd try before paying private-practice prices.

If you tell me your ZIP code and roughly what you can afford for the first visit (e.g. $50, $100, $150), I can narrow this down to the best 2–3 options near you and check their current new-patient pricing.

If you’re a new Austin resident without dental insurance, I’d prioritize dentists that advertise in-house membership plans, uninsured discounts, or low-cost options rather than just taking cash patients. These are the ones I’d look at first:

Best overall budget pick: Manos De Cristo Dental Center

Manos De Cristo Dental Center
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Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
Phone: +15124772319

• A nonprofit/community-focused dental center that is often a good fit for uninsured adults.
• Worth calling first if cost is your biggest concern, especially for exams, cleanings, fillings, or urgent needs.

Best private-practice option with an uninsured plan: Daylight Dental

Daylight Dental South Austin
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Address: 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745
Phone: +15125488584

• Offers an in-office dental savings plan specifically for uninsured patients.
• Their adult plan includes exams and X-rays plus discounts on other treatment; they also advertise same-day appointments. www.daylightdental.com
• Good choice if you want a regular dentist relationship rather than a clinic model.

Another strong uninsured-friendly option: Blunn Creek Dental Group

Blunn Creek Dental Group

• Has an adult dental membership plan for patients without insurance, with preventive care included and discounts on treatment. www.blunncreekdental.com

If you’re near South Austin: TRU Dentistry Austin

TRU Dentistry Austin
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Address: 9901 Brodie Ln Ste 130, Austin, TX 78748
Phone: +17372019488

• Offers a new-patient special and an in-house membership plan (“TRU Club”) for people without insurance. www.trudentistrysoco.com

If you’re near downtown: Downtown Dental Design

Downtown Dental Design
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Address: 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703
Phone: +15124829383

• Offers a discount for uninsured patients and financing options. www.downtowndentaldesign.com

My shortlist for you:

1. Lowest-cost / uninsured-first: Manos De Cristo
2. Best balance of affordability + normal dentist office experience: Daylight Dental
3. Good membership-plan alternative: Blunn Creek Dental Group

When you call, ask:

• “What is the cash price for a new-patient exam and cleaning?”
• “Do you have a membership plan or uninsured discount?”
• “Are X-rays included?”
• “Can you give me a written estimate before treatment?”

If you tell me your Austin neighborhood (Downtown, South Congress, East Austin, North Austin, etc.) and whether you need just a cleaning vs. a problem tooth, I can narrow it down.

If you’re uninsured and trying to keep costs down, I’d book with Manos De Cristo first.

My top picks

1. Manos De Cristo — best overall for budget
   • 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin
   • Specifically serves adults without private insurance and offers sliding-fee/reduced-cost dental care.
   • Services include exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals and dentures. www.austinpcc.org
   • 512-477-2319

2. People’s Community Clinic — best if your income qualifies
   • 1101 Camino La Costa
   • Uninsured adults can receive dental care at reduced cost through a sliding fee scale based on income and household size. They also offer financial counseling. www.austinpcc.org
   • 512-478-4939

3. Lone Star Circle of Care at Stassney — another strong uninsured option
   • 730 W Stassney Ln
   • Their dental program explicitly accepts uninsured patients and offers discounts for qualifying households. lonestarcares.org
   • 877-800-5722

4. Dr. Dania Turcios / CommUnityCare South Austin — good safety-net option
   • 2529 S 1st St
   • CommUnityCare provides dental services to uninsured patients who meet established income guidelines, including exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions and emergency treatment. communitycaretx.org
   • 512-978-9865

If you only want a cleaning/exam: Austin Community College's Dental Hygiene Clinic is exceptionally cheap—currently $20 for a basic cleaning or $40 for a deep cleaning—but new-patient registration reopens August 24, 2026, and it doesn't do fillings/extractions. sites.austincc.edu

My choice: Start with Manos De Cristo. It's the most directly aligned with what you asked for: adult + uninsured + low-cost/sliding-scale care. Call and ask, “I’m an uninsured adult and new to Austin. What would I pay for a new-patient exam, X-rays, and cleaning, and do you have a sliding fee based on income?”

If you tell me your ZIP code in Austin and whether you need just a cleaning or actual dental work, I can narrow this to the 2–3 cheapest options closest to you.

If you’re uninsured and trying to keep costs low, my first choice in Austin would be Manos de Cristo.

• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. It’s a nonprofit dental center specifically serving low-income patients and accepts self-pay on a sliding-fee scale. It provides exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals, dentures, and more. www.austinpcc.org
• Phone: (512) 477-7454. Their dental program is a particularly good fit for an uninsured adult looking for comprehensive care rather than just a cheap cleaning.

Two good backups

1. Dr. Sileshi Assemu / CommUnityCare North Central — 1210 W. Braker Ln. CommUnityCare offers dental services with a sliding-fee schedule based on household income and size for people who don't qualify for other coverage. www.blackhealth.org

2. People's Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They explicitly say uninsured patients can receive dental care at reduced cost through their sliding-fee program, based on income and household size. They are currently accepting new patients. www.austinpcc.org

If you don't qualify for sliding-scale assistance, a private-office alternative is Daylight Dental: their uninsured membership is $300/year and includes exams, routine X-rays, two cleanings, and discounts on other treatment. www.daylightdental.com

My pick: Manos de Cristo if your priority is the lowest reasonable out-of-pocket cost. I'd call before booking and ask: “I'm an uninsured adult. What would I pay for a new-patient exam, X-rays, and cleaning, and do I qualify for your sliding fee?”

If you tell me what part of Austin you're in (neighborhood or ZIP code), I can narrow this to the 3 cheapest options closest to you.

If budget is the priority and you’re uninsured, I’d book with Manos De Cristo first.

My Austin shortlist

1. Manos De Cristo — best overall for uninsured adults
   • Nonprofit dental clinic specifically serving people without private insurance or Medicaid.
   • Offers exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, dentures and periodontal care.
   • 4911 Harmon Ave.
   • This is the option I'd try first if you're looking for genuinely low-cost care rather than a conventional dentist with financing. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgcommunitycaretx.org

2. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — best if your income qualifies for sliding-scale pricing
   • CommUnityCare serves uninsured patients and has dental services.
   • Its sliding-fee program bases discounts on income and household size; uninsured patients can qualify for reduced fees. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgcommunitycaretx.org
   • 2901 Montopolis Dr.

3. Groovy Dental — best conventional private dentist
   • Specifically advertises a $99 no-insurance new-patient special and an $89 emergency exam.
   • Also has an in-office membership plan for uninsured patients and accepts cash/check/cards. www.groovydentalaustin.com
   • 8701 W Parmer Ln., Ste. 1124
   • I'd choose this if you want a normal private-practice experience and can afford roughly $100 to get started.

4. Craft of Dentistry — good South Austin option
   • Its uninsured savings plan starts at $35/month and includes exams, cleanings, routine X-rays and an emergency visit, plus discounts on treatment. www.dentistsouthaustintx.com
   • 7002 Menchaca Rd. #100

One more strong option: CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center offers dental care and sliding-scale access for qualifying uninsured patients. People's Community Clinic also says uninsured patients can receive dental services at reduced cost through its income-based sliding fee scale. www.austinpcc.org

My pick: Manos De Cristo if your goal is lowest possible cost. Groovy Dental if you want a private dentist with a clearly advertised low-cost entry point.

If you tell me your Austin ZIP code and roughly what you can afford for a cleaning/exam (e.g. $50, $100, $150), I can narrow this to the 3 cheapest options closest to you and give you their booking/contact links.