Oral Health Benefits in Medicare and Medicaid

Abstract

It is important the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) continues to advocate for access to oral healthcare – especially for pediatric, special needs and senior patients. With the recent political changes that have occurred in Washington, DC, and increased calls to have dental benefits added to Medicare, the stakes are high. In a recent poll by the University of Michigan, 93% of adults 65 to 80 years of age favor adding a policy to add dental coverage to Medicare.1 Our specialty has a responsibility to be part of this discussion, communicating ideas that advance sustainable access to safe and effective oral and maxillofacial surgical care.