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• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Eggleston Oral and Facial Surgery - 1209 W 5th St #100b, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Authentic Smiles - 1717 W 6th St Ste 365, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Dr. Thomas Richardson - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Mc Call Chris - 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• The Local Dentist - 2023 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Access Dental - 1923 E 7th St #120, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If you’re recently unemployed and need urgent extractions at the lowest possible cost, I’d prioritize clinics that offer sliding-scale fees, uninsured discounts, or emergency walk-ins rather than a typical downtown private office.

Here are the best options to contact:

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

1. CommUnityCare

• Why call first: They serve uninsured/low-income patients and offer dental exams, extractions, and emergency treatment with income-based fees. Trinitycenter Age of Central Texas
• Location: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702
• Phone: (512) 978-9895 Trinitycenter
• Ask specifically: “I’m unemployed, uninsured, and need an urgent tooth extraction. Do I qualify for sliding-scale care?”
• Manos De Cristo

• Why call: A nonprofit clinic focused on affordable dental care; it offers emergency dental services and extractions for eligible low-income patients. Low Income Dental
• Location: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
• Phone: (512) 477-2319 Low Income Dental
• They may be one of your better bets if paying full private-dentist prices isn’t possible. Low Income Dental
• Downtown Dental Design

• Why consider: It’s actually downtown/central Austin and advertises a discount for uninsured patients plus payment options. Downtown Dental Design
• Phone: (512) 482-9383
• Ask for a cash price for extraction only before agreeing to X-rays or additional treatment.
• Swish Dental Downtown

• Convenient downtown location and offers payment plans/membership options for patients without insurance. Swish Dental
• Phone: (512) 713-1099

What I’d do in your situation

• Call CommUnityCare RBJ first and Manos de Cristo second because they’re most aligned with unemployment/no insurance. Trinitycenter Low Income Dental
• When you call any office, say: - “I’m uninsured and recently unemployed.”
• “I need an urgent extraction.”
• “What is the lowest out-of-pocket price including exam and X-ray?”
• “Do you have sliding scale, hardship pricing, or same-day emergency slots?”

If you have facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or swelling spreading toward your eye/neck, treat it as urgent and seek emergency care rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid/MAP, how many teeth need extraction, and whether you can travel a few miles outside downtown, I can narrow this to the cheapest realistic option.

If you’re recently unemployed and need urgent extractions at the lowest possible cost, I’d start with community clinics and sliding-scale options, then call private emergency dentists if you need same-day treatment.

Here are the best options near downtown Austin:

1. CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — best first call for low cost

CommUnityCare
Web
Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-9015

• Why: Community health clinic that serves uninsured/underinsured patients; dental services can include exams, emergency treatment, and extractions. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702 (near downtown/East Austin)
• Phone: 512-978-9895 (ask specifically for dental scheduling)
• When you call, say: “I’m unemployed, uninsured, and need an urgent tooth extraction. Do you offer sliding-scale pricing or financial assistance?”

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — strong low-income option

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

• Why: Nonprofit dental clinic offering reduced-cost care; services include extractions and emergency dental care. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org
• Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
• Dental phone: 512-477-2319 www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• They note emergency walk-ins may be available during designated times and are first-come, first-served. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org

3. Swish Dental Downtown — convenient downtown emergency option (likely higher cost)

Swish Dental Downtown
Web
Address: 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-713-1099

• Address: 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701
• Good for location and speed, but ask for the cash price for extraction before agreeing to treatment.

4. Nueces Dental — downtown private office

Dr. Kenneth Schaefer DDS
Web
Address: 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-477-0064

• Address: 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701
• Call and ask whether they have an emergency appointment and uninsured extraction pricing.

A few tips when you call:

• Ask: “What is the total cash price for an extraction, including exam and X-rays?”
• Mention you are unemployed and uninsured; some offices have discounts or payment options.
• If you have facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or swelling spreading toward your eye/neck, seek urgent medical attention because dental infections can become serious.

If you tell me whether you need a wisdom tooth vs. a regular tooth, and whether you have any insurance (Medicaid, MAP, etc.), I can narrow this down to the cheapest likely route.

Since you’re looking for urgent, affordable extractions in downtown Austin, I’d start with the safety-net clinics rather than a typical private dentist.

Best options to call

1. ARCH / CommUnityCare — 500 E. 7th St.
   • Right in downtown Austin.
   • Offers extractions and emergency dental treatment.
   • Sliding-scale fees are available for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Call: (512) 305-4100

2. RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St.
   • Also very close to downtown.
   • CommUnityCare clinic with dental services; ask specifically about an urgent extraction and sliding-scale eligibility. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Call: (512) 978-9895

3. Manos de Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave.
   • A particularly good option if you don't have dental insurance.
   • Their Austin resource listing says they provide extractions, and emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Call: (512) 477-2319

4. Downtown Dental Design
   • If the safety-net clinics can't get you in quickly, this is an actual downtown private practice.
   • They advertise a 15% uninsured-patient discount and financing, although that discount may not make an extraction inexpensive enough for your situation. www.downtowndentaldesign.com

My first call would be ARCH/CommUnityCare, followed by RBJ and Manos de Cristo. Tell them: “I'm currently unemployed and uninsured, I need an urgent tooth extraction, and I'm looking for your lowest/sliding-scale fee. Can you see me soon?”

If you have facial/neck swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or rapidly worsening swelling, don't wait for a routine dental appointment—those can indicate a serious infection requiring urgent medical attention.

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid, roughly what you can afford (e.g. $50, $100, $200), and whether you need the extraction today, I can narrow this down to the best option and check current hours.

If you’re unemployed and need urgent tooth extractions in downtown Austin, I’d prioritize places that offer sliding-scale, uninsured, or payment options rather than just a regular dental office.

Here are the best ones to call:

1. CommUnityCare Health Centers — best first call if money is the biggest issue

They provide dental services such as extractions and emergency treatment, and some patients may qualify for reduced fees based on income. www.lowincomedental.orgwww.trinitycenteraustin.org

• Near downtown: CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic
• Ask specifically: “I’m unemployed, uninsured, and need an urgent extraction. Do you have sliding-scale pricing or emergency appointments?”

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — strong low-cost option

They serve people who cannot afford private dental care and offer services including extractions and emergency dental care. Emergency visits are handled through walk-in availability during designated times. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org

• Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751 www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org
• Phone: (512) 477-2319 www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org

3. Downtown Dental Design — closest downtown private option

Downtown Dental Design
Web
Address: 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 512-482-9383
They offer a discount for uninsured patients and financing options, though a nonprofit clinic may be cheaper if you have no income. www.downtowndentaldesign.com

4. Swish Dental Downtown Austin — convenient downtown urgent option

Swish Dental Downtown
Web
Address: 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-713-1099
They list tooth extractions, dental emergencies, payment options, and membership options for people without insurance. www.swishsmiles.com

If you have swelling, fever, facial swelling, trouble swallowing, or the pain is severe, tell the office it may be a dental infection and ask for an emergency slot. Those symptoms can require faster treatment.

Since you mentioned being recently unemployed: if you live in Travis County, also ask about Central Health Medical Access Program (MAP), which can help uninsured low-income residents access healthcare services, including dental care pathways. www.centralhealth.net

If you tell me:

1. whether you have no dental insurance at all,
2. whether it’s a wisdom tooth or regular tooth, and
3. whether you need downtown only or can travel 10–15 minutes,

I can narrow it to the cheapest likely option.

If you’re recently unemployed and need urgent dental extractions at the lowest possible cost, I’d start with community clinics and sliding-scale options, then try private emergency dentists if you need same-day care.

Here are the options I’d contact first in/near downtown Austin:

1. Best low-cost option: CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic

CommUnityCare
Web
Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-9015

• Why call first: Community health clinics are often much cheaper for uninsured patients and may offer sliding-scale fees. Their dental services include extractions and emergency treatment. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• Phone: (512) 978-9895 www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• Ask: “I’m unemployed and uninsured. Do you offer sliding-scale pricing for an urgent extraction?”

2. Another affordable safety-net option: CommUnityCare Chalmers Courts Health Center

CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center
Web
Address: 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-8650

• East Austin location with dental services through CommUnityCare.
• Phone: (512) 978-9640 for dental scheduling.

3. If you need a faster appointment: Austin Emergency Dental

Austin Emergency Dental
Web
Address: Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
Phone: +1 737-747-4646

• Focuses on urgent dental problems, including emergency extractions.
• Call and ask for the cash price for extraction only before agreeing to X-rays or additional treatment.

4. Downtown private office (convenient, but ask about cash discounts): BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street

BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street
Web
Address: 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
Phone: +1 737-990-4135

• Offers emergency dentistry and extractions.
• Ask specifically about an uninsured/self-pay extraction price.

A few tips when you call:

• Say “I need an urgent extraction and I’m currently uninsured due to unemployment.”
• Ask for the total out-of-pocket cost before the visit (exam + X-ray + extraction).
• Ask whether they have sliding scale, hardship discounts, payment plans, or a dental school referral.

If you tell me:

1. whether you have any dental insurance/Medicaid,
2. whether it’s a wisdom tooth or regular tooth, and
3. whether you have swelling, fever, or an abscess,

I can narrow this down to the best first call.

Since you’re recently unemployed, I’d prioritize low/no-insurance pricing and sliding-scale care rather than a standard private dentist.

Best options near downtown Austin

1. Swish Dental Downtown — 201 W 5th St
   • Very convenient downtown location.
   • They advertise low-cost memberships and payment plans for people without insurance. www.swishsmiles.com
   • Call 512-713-1099 and specifically ask: “What is your cash price for an urgent simple extraction, including the exam and X-ray?”

2. Downtown Dental Design — 507 Pressler St
   • Close to downtown.
   • Uninsured patients receive a 15% discount on eligible preventive/restorative treatment, and they offer financing. www.downtowndentaldesign.com
   • Phone: 512-482-9383.

3. CommUnityCare / ARCH Clinic — 500 E 7th St
   • This is the option I'd investigate first if money is extremely tight.
   • Their dental services include extractions and emergency treatment, with sliding-scale fees for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • The key question is whether you qualify for their income-based/self-pay assistance.

4. Manos de Cristo Dental Clinic — 4911 Harmon Ave
   • A little north of downtown, but specifically geared toward people without private insurance or Medicaid.
   • They offer extractions, and emergency walk-ins are listed as first-come, first-served. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Phone: 512-477-2319.

My recommendation: Call Manos de Cristo and CommUnityCare first if your unemployment means you have very limited cash. If you need a private dentist and can pay something, try Swish Downtown and ask for their lowest cash price.

You can also call 2-1-1 in Texas and ask specifically for “sliding-scale emergency dental extraction for an uninsured unemployed adult in Austin.” Texas DSHS recommends 2-1-1 as a starting point for finding free/low-cost dental services, and it's available 24/7. www.dshs.texas.gov

If you tell me how much you can realistically afford (e.g. $50, $100, $200) and whether the tooth is infected/swollen, I can narrow this down to the most realistic option.

If you’re recently unemployed and need urgent extractions at the lowest possible cost, I’d start with sliding-scale/nonprofit clinics before a private downtown dentist. These are the places I’d contact first:

1. CommUnityCare Health Centers — best first call for low income/uninsured care

They provide dental services including extractions and emergency treatment, and offer income-based options through programs such as MAP/MAP Basic for eligible Travis County residents. www.centralhealth.net

• Dental scheduling: (512) 978-9015 www.centralhealth.net
• Downtown-adjacent option: CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic
• Ask: “I’m uninsured, recently unemployed, and need an urgent extraction. Do you have sliding-scale pricing or an emergency appointment?”

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — very budget-focused

This nonprofit clinic serves people without private insurance or Medicaid and lists extractions and emergency walk-ins (first come, first served) among its services. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

• Phone: (512) 477-2319 www.trinitycenteraustin.org
• Location: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin (not downtown, but often a good low-cost option). www.trinitycenteraustin.org

3. Lone Star Circle of Care — another sliding-scale option

They provide dental exams, X-rays, fillings, and extractions, and accept uninsured patients with affordability assistance. lonestarcares.org

• Appointment line: 877-800-5722 lonestarcares.org

If you need someone downtown and can pay something

• Nueces Dental — downtown Austin general dentist that offers extractions and urgent visits.
• Swish Dental Downtown — downtown office that handles extractions/emergency dental services.
• Downtown Dental Design — advertises emergency dentistry and offers a discount for uninsured patients. www.downtowndentaldesign.com

What I’d do tomorrow morning: call CommUnityCare first, then Manos de Cristo if they can’t get you in quickly. When you call, mention “unemployed, no dental insurance, urgent extraction” and ask for the cash price before agreeing to treatment.

If you tell me which tooth (wisdom tooth vs broken/decayed tooth), whether you have swelling/fever, and your max budget (for example $50, $100, $300), I can narrow this down further.

If you’re in downtown Austin and recently lost your job, I’d start with Manos de Cristo rather than a typical downtown private dentist. It’s specifically geared toward people who can’t afford regular dental care.

Best options

1. CommUnityCare — closest low-cost option
   • 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702
   • 512-978-9015
   • CommUnityCare offers extractions and emergency dental care, with sliding-fee options based on income/household size. www.centralhealth.net
   • Ask specifically: “I’m unemployed, uninsured, and need an urgent extraction. Can you screen me for your sliding-fee program and tell me the soonest appointment?”

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — my strongest recommendation for affordability
   • 512-477-2319
   • Low-income/self-pay dental clinic; extractions are offered.
   • Emergency dental patients can use designated walk-in emergency hours, first-come, first-served.
   • Their published information says services are priced at about 30% of market value, with payment due at service. www.lowincomedental.org
   • People's Community Clinic likewise lists 7:30 AM–noon emergency walk-ins Monday–Friday. www.austinpcc.org
   • It’s at 4911 Harmon Ave, north of downtown, but likely worth the trip if cost is your priority.

3. Swish Dental Downtown — if you need to stay downtown
   • 201 W 5th St, Suite 175
   • 512-713-1099
   • They offer extractions/emergency dentistry and payment options, but I would ask for the cash price before agreeing to treatment. www.swishsmiles.com
   • This is more convenient, but probably not my first choice if you're severely budget-constrained.

One important point: if you have facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, fever with rapidly worsening swelling, or you feel seriously ill, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—seek emergency medical care.

If you tell me how much you can afford (e.g. $50, $100, $200) and whether it's one tooth or several, I can narrow this down to the most realistic option and look for the cheapest current extraction price in Austin.

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, I’d start with CommUnityCare’s Austin Dental Clinic (RBJ) rather than a typical private dentist. It’s at 15 Waller St. and offers extractions and emergency dental treatment, with reduced/sliding-scale options for people who meet income guidelines. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Call: (512) 978-9895 and tell them: “I’m currently unemployed and uninsured, and I need an urgent tooth extraction. Do you have a sliding-scale/self-pay appointment available?”

Another strong low-cost option is Manos de Cristo, although it’s a little north of downtown at 4911 Harmon Ave. They specifically serve low-income patients without affordable private dental coverage, offer emergency walk-ins for dental pain, and report fees around 30% of market value. www.lowincomedental.org

For a conventional downtown office, Downtown Dental Design offers a 15% uninsured discount, but it may still cost substantially more than a community clinic. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.orgwww.downtowndentaldesign.com

If you have facial/neck swelling, fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, or rapidly worsening swelling, go to an ER rather than waiting for a dentist.

If you'd like, I can also find the cheapest Austin option that can see you urgently and tell you exactly what to call first.

If you’re uninsured and recently unemployed, I’d start with Manos de Cristo rather than a typical private dentist. It’s specifically geared toward low-income patients and offers emergency dental care, including extractions, at about 30% of market value. Emergency patients can walk in during designated emergency hours, and payment is due at service. www.lowincomedental.org

My top choices

1. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St, East Austin

This is probably the closest low-cost community option to downtown. CommUnityCare provides extractions and emergency dental treatment and has income-based/sliding-scale options for eligible patients. Call 512-978-9895 and explain that you’re uninsured, recently unemployed, and need an urgent extraction. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — 4911 Harmon Ave

Best bet for minimizing the bill. They serve low-income patients without private dental coverage, offer emergency walk-ins, and state that services are priced at 30% of market value. Call 512-477-2319 before going to confirm today's emergency walk-in hours. www.lowincomedental.org

3. CommUnityCare – Southeast Health & Wellness Center — 2901 Montopolis Dr

Another safety-net option with dental extractions, emergency treatment, and a sliding-fee schedule based on income and household size. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.lowincomedental.org

If you need treatment today

A private emergency dentist may be faster but more expensive. Emergency Dentist of Austin advertises an $89 uninsured emergency exam + X-rays and Saturday hours, although the extraction itself would cost extra. www.emergencydentistofaustin.com

What I'd do: Call RBJ Dental first and Manos de Cristo second. Tell them: “I recently lost my job, have no dental insurance, and need an urgent extraction. What is the lowest self-pay/sliding-scale price, and can I be seen today?”

If you have facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, or a high fever, don't wait for a routine dental appointment—those can indicate a serious infection requiring emergency medical care. www.aspendental.com

If you tell me how much you can afford (e.g. $50, $100, $200) and whether you need one tooth or multiple extractions, I can narrow this down to the most realistic option.

If you’re uninsured after losing your job, I’d start with Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS / CommUnityCare’s RBJ Dental Clinic, at 15 Waller St, because it’s close to downtown and CommUnityCare provides extractions and emergency dental treatment through its community-clinic system. The clinic’s dental line is 512-978-9895. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Best options

1. Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS — RBJ Dental Clinic
   • 15 Waller St, Austin 78702
   • Dental services include extractions and emergency treatment.
   • Particularly worth asking about income-based/sliding-fee options. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

2. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center
   • 314 Chicon St, also relatively close to downtown.
   • Offers extractions and emergency dental care. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

3. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care
   • 2901 Montopolis Dr
   • Dental includes extractions, emergency treatment, and a sliding fee schedule based on income and family size. www.lowincomedental.org

4. Manos de Cristo Dental Center
   • Not downtown, but one of the better low-cost choices.
   • Emergency dental patients can walk in during designated emergency hours; services are priced at about 30% of market value. www.lowincomedental.org

Since you just became unemployed

You may also qualify for Central Health MAP/MAP Basic, which provides dental care to eligible uninsured Travis County residents. Eligibility is based partly on income received during the last 30 days, so recent unemployment could make this especially relevant. www.centralhealth.net

If you need the extraction today, call the clinic before traveling and say: “I'm uninsured, recently unemployed, and need an urgent tooth extraction. Do you have an emergency appointment and a sliding-scale/self-pay price?”

If you have facial/neck swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or rapidly worsening swelling, go to an emergency department rather than waiting for a dentist.

If you’re uninsured and need urgent extractions on a tight budget, I’d start with Manos de Cristo rather than a typical private dentist.

1. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — best budget option
   • Low-income patients can qualify for reduced-cost care.
   • Extractions and emergency dental care are offered.
   • Emergency patients can walk in during designated emergency hours, first-come/first-served.
   • Their published information says services are priced at about 30% of market value.
   • 512-477-2319. www.lowincomedental.orgwww.austinpcc.org
   • It isn't downtown, but it's close enough that I'd call this one first.

2. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — closest strong low-cost option
   • 15 Waller St, near downtown/East Austin.
   • CommUnityCare provides extractions and emergency dental treatment and has income-based options for qualifying uninsured patients. nursing.utexas.edu
   • Dental: 512-978-9895.
   • Ask specifically: “I'm unemployed and uninsured and need an urgent extraction. Do I qualify for your sliding-scale/self-pay dental program, and what's the lowest-cost appointment available?”

3. CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center
   • 2529 S 1st St, with dental services including extractions and emergency treatment.
   • Another good safety-net option if RBJ can't get you in. www.lowincomedental.orgwww.austinpcc.org

If you need the tooth out today: private emergency offices may be faster, but they're generally more expensive. For example, Austin Emergency Dental advertises same-day emergency extractions and a $49 exam/X-ray, but the extraction itself is additional. emergencydentalaustin.com

My recommendation: Call Manos de Cristo (512-477-2319) first thing, then RBJ Dental (512-978-9895) if they can't see you. Tell them you're unemployed/uninsured and ask for the self-pay/sliding-scale emergency extraction price before agreeing to treatment.

If you have facial/neck swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or swelling that's rapidly worsening, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—go to an emergency department.

Texas DSHS also recommends 211 as a statewide way to find free/low-cost dental programs; it's available 24/7. www.dshs.texas.gov

If you’re unemployed and need urgent extractions at the lowest possible cost, I’d prioritize clinics that work with uninsured or low-income patients rather than a typical downtown private dentist.

Here are the best options to contact:

1. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — likely your best affordability option

• Why call: They provide reduced-cost dental care for people who cannot afford private dental coverage, and they handle urgent dental pain cases. www.lowincomedental.org
• Phone: (512) 477-2319
• Location: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin (near Hyde Park/Midtown) www.lowincomedental.org
• Ask specifically: “I’m unemployed, uninsured, and need an urgent tooth extraction. Do you have emergency walk-in availability or reduced fees?”

2. CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — safety-net clinic near downtown/east Austin

Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS
Web
Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Phone: +1 512-978-9400

• Why call: CommUnityCare clinics offer services such as extractions and emergency dental treatment, with income-based options for eligible patients. mhwcaustin.org
• Phone: (512) 978-9400
• Address: 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702 mhwcaustin.org

3. Swish Dental Downtown — closest downtown private option

Swish Dental Downtown
Web
Address: 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-713-1099

• Why call: It is actually in downtown Austin and lists emergency dental services/extractions.
• Phone: (512) 713-1099
• Address: 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701
• Ask for a cash price for extraction only before agreeing to anything.

4. Nueces Dental — central Austin, may be worth a price check

Mc Call Chris
Address: 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
Phone: +1 512-477-0064

• Why call: Downtown/central location and offers extractions.
• Phone: (512) 477-0064
• Address: 1605 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701

A few tips when you call:

• Say “I have no dental insurance and I’m unemployed” right away.
• Ask: “What is the total cash price for a simple extraction, including exam and X-ray?”
• Ask whether they have sliding-scale fees, charity slots, payment plans, or same-day emergency appointments.

If you have facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or swelling spreading toward your eye/neck, treat it as urgent medical care rather than just a dental appointment.

I can also help you find the cheapest same-day extraction option in/near downtown Austin if you tell me whether you have any insurance (including Medicaid/Medicare), how many teeth need removal, and whether you have swelling or an abscess.

If you’re uninsured and need an extraction urgently, I’d start with Manos de Cristo rather than a typical downtown private dentist. It’s specifically designed for low-income and uninsured Austin residents and offers emergency dental care at substantially reduced rates. manosdecristo.org

My top choices

1. Manos De Cristo — best for affordability
   • 4911 Harmon Ave., Austin
   • Dental Center: (512) 477-2319
   • Emergency/limited exams are offered as walk-ins, generally in the morning.
   • They serve uninsured patients and have historically charged well below typical private-practice rates. manosdecristo.org
   • This is the first place I'd call.

2. Downtown Dental Design — best if you specifically want downtown
   • 507 Pressler St. #350
   • (512) 482-9383
   • They offer emergency dentistry and a 15% uninsured discount on eligible preventive/restorative treatment. www.downtowndentaldesign.com
   • However, it may still cost considerably more than a community clinic.

3. CommUnityCare dental clinics — ask about sliding-scale care
   • CommUnityCare's current fee schedule has sliding fees for dental primary care, with charges based on income. It also covers dental specialty services such as oral surgery/extractions under its discounted structure. communitycaretx.org
   • Texas DSHS also recommends 211 as a way to find low-cost dental services based on your income and location. www.dshs.texas.gov

When you call Manos, say: “I’m currently unemployed, uninsured, and I have a tooth that needs to be extracted. I need the lowest-cost urgent option available. Can you tell me the price for the exam and extraction, and whether I can walk in?”

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid and whether you need the extraction today or just within the next few days, I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and give you the phone number/address to call first.