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DENTAL
Does Medical Assistance cover dental care?
Yes. Minnesota Health Care Programs cover dental services, including checkups, fillings and some other care. Some dental services need prior authorization. Call MinnAssist at (866) 655-6606 for free help.
What is covered
- Diagnostic services
- Preventive services
- Restorative services (like fillings)
- Endodontic services (like root canals)
- Periodontal services
- Prosthodontics (like dentures)
- Oral surgery
- Orthodontics
- Additional general dental services
Some dental services require prior authorization. Members covered under Program HH (HIV/AIDS) have additional dental benefits.
Not sure if it's covered?
Not sure if something is covered? Call your health plan (number on your ID card) or DHS Health Care Consumer Support at 651-297-3862 or 800-657-3672, TTY 711, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Common questions
- Does Medical Assistance cover dental?
- Yes. Covered dental services include diagnostic, preventive, restorative, endodontic, periodontal, prosthodontic, oral surgery and orthodontic services. Some need prior authorization.
- How do I find a dentist who takes Medical Assistance?
- Ask your health plan, or use the MHCP Provider Directory for fee-for-service members. MinnAssist can help: (866) 655-6606.
Source: Minnesota DHS, MHCP Member Evidence of Coverage (revised July 22, 2026), and the Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare Member Handbook (DHS-8646). This describes fee-for-service coverage. If you are in a health plan, your plan's evidence of coverage has your exact benefits.
Need help using your benefits? Call MinnAssist free: (866) 655-6606, 7 days a week, 9 am to 9 pm.
More help from MinnAssist
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- Rides to appointments
- Hearing aids
- Prescriptions
- Mental health
- Everything Medical Assistance covers
Call (866) 655-6606 or book a free appointment.
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