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Does Medicare Cover Dental Services? Original Medicare does not include routine dental coverage,
but some Medicare Advantage plans do!


DO YOU NEED DENTAL COVERAGE WITH MEDICARE ADVANTAGE?

Tooth loss and
other dental issues are much more common than you may think*. This can make it more difficult to eat, smile, and live a pain-free life. In addition, tooth loss can even affect the bone structure of your face. It is especially important to ensure that you are getting the most coverage possible when it comes to all of your healthcare needs.*https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/basics/adult-oral-health/adult_older.htm


HOW DOES MEDICARE ADVANTAGE COVER DENTAL SERVICES?

Although dental care is rarely covered under Original Medicare Parts A and B, many Medicare
Advantage, or Medicare Part C, plans include some sort of dental coverage. These plans are offered
through private insurance carriers. As such, they often combine Original Medicare Part A and Part B
benefits into one plan. In addition to this, some Medicare Advantage plans may offer even
more benefits, that include dental coverage such as:



Fillings and Crowns

Surgical Tooth Extractions and Root Canals

Dentures and Dental Implants

Routine Teeth Cleanings
HOW CAN I GET A MEDICARE PLAN
THAT MAY INCLUDE DENTAL BENEFITS?

Currently, Original Medicare Parts A and B do not cover the cost of any dental needs with the exception of emergency facial reconstructive surgery. That said, however, it maybe possible to receive some dental coverage under some Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Medicare Part C. 

Please note that Medicare Advantage plans are health insurance plans that are offered by private insurance companies. By law, they are required to offer the same level of coverage as Original Medicare, but they can usually offer additional coverage for other healthcare needs as well. With a Medicare Advantage Plan, exact benefits and the price of your plan can vary, but dental needs such as those described above are usually covered in some form. 

At MedicareInsurance.com, our licensed insurance agents and Medicare Advantage experts can help you research and compare many of Medicare Advantage plans in your area in an effort to help you find one that works best for your dental care needs. 

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