Just because you may not have dental insurance, that does not mean you cannot visit the dentist. It may be helpful for you to schedule an appointment without insurance to get recommendations for oral hygiene and preventive care. If you have access to an affordable dentist, you are able to visit with no insurance and pay a lower price than if you were visiting a regular dentist. Many dentist offices offer payment tier plans designed for those without coverage. Some clinics are affiliated with dental schools, and are great for high quality, inexpensive dentistry. If you visit this type of clinic, dental students will perform procedures under supervision of senior dentists. Government assistance may also be helpful for lowering the cost of a dental visit.