Medicaid & CHIP – Mt. Pleasant, WI

Convenient Dental Care for Your Child

Our friendly and professional dental team at Sweet Smiles Family Dentistry is proud to work with both Medicaid and CHIP so that we can offer comprehensive, high-quality treatments for children. From toddlers to teenagers, we’re more than happy to provide the fundamental care they deserve to set them up for oral health success in the long run. Our team understands how difficult it can be to understand the details of these programs, so we’ve taken the time to lay some of them out for you. Feel free to read on or give us a call today to learn more!

Children’s Medicaid & CHIP: How Do They Work?

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With your child’s Medicaid plan, this federal and state program will usually help pay for typical dental treatments that your little one requires. Preventive dental care is perhaps the best way to help them avoid cavities and periodontal infection, so your child can certainly benefit from your Medicaid coverage throughout the year.

With a CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) plan, the dental expenses acquired from bringing your little one to the dentist’s office will generally be paid for. This also means you can end up paying less out-of-pocket fees while ensuring that your child gets the best care possible. Just remember that for CHIP, your child needs to be a U.S. citizen and 18 years old or younger to be eligible.

Dental Services Covered Under CHIP & Children’s Medicaid Plans

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Here is a brief look at the various services that are covered under your Medicaid & CHIP plan and what you can expect when taking your little one to their dental appointment:

Two preventive dental checkups and cleanings every year
Fluoride treatments
Dental X-rays
Minor restorative treatments such as tooth-colored fillings and dental crowns
Major restorative services like tooth extractions and root canal treatment

In many cases, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, and orthodontics won’t be included in your coverage plan, so you’ll need to seek other payment solutions.

Medicaid Dental Coverage for Adults

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Although Medicaid plans are generally utilized for the sake of younger patients, an option is available for adults who require coverage for emergency dental services. Of course, specific state requirements need to be met first. If they aren’t, you can consult our team about alternative financing with CareCredit—a third-party financier that can turn the cost of services into monthly installments with little to no interest.

Prevention is the Key to a Healthy Smile

a child smiling during a dental visit

Many patients enjoy greater peace of mind due to their Medicaid or CHIP plan. Even so, early prevention remains the best way to minimize your expenses, as it reduces the chances of needing costly restorative or emergency treatment in the future. Taking your child to their biannual checkups, helping them practice good oral hygiene every day, and ensuring they keep a nutritious diet can go a long way in maintaining their pearly whites.