Does Medi-cal Cover for dental implants?!
Question: Does Medi-cal Cover for dental implants?
I'm 15 and i live in California. I'm missing 3 adult molars. My dentist says i need dental implants. Do you think medi-cal covers it. Ive heard that people under 21 have different benefits?
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No, it's considered cosmetic.
Medi-Cal does not pay for implants. They only pay for dentures. Dental implants are not medically necessary. You can get a bridge instead, ask your dentist about that. And you have to go to a Medi-Cal dentist anyway. If the missing teeth are in the back, it doesnt matter about them. Yes, if you are under 21, you still can have dental services in California, but not that one. Better start taking care of your teeth. Dental insurance is very limited and does not cover implants either. Each tooth costs about $1500.