Medicaid Adult Dental Benefits 2023

Maryland Medical Assistance Program Dental Coverage for Adults

Overview of Medicaid Adult Dental Coverage:
Starting January 1, 2023, adults enrolled in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid) will have coverage for comprehensive dental services through the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program. If you see a dentist who is a member of the Maryland Healthy Smiles dental network, you don't have to pay for dental services that are covered by the program. Learn more about Maryland Healthy Smiles here.

Who is Covered:
Available to all adults 21 years and older who receive full Medicaid benefits.

Services Covered*:
Maryland Medicaid adult dental coverage, under the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program, include but are not limited to:

Check-ups, exams, and x-rays
Some emergency (specific need) exams
Teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments
Fillings, root canals, and pulling teeth
Crowns
Anesthesia
Preventive care and periodontal therapy
Dentures adjustments

*Please note: There are no premiums, deductibles, or copays for covered services. There is no maximum benefit amount each year.

Services Not Covered Under Benefit:

Experimental procedures
Cosmetic procedures
Dentures for adults 21+

How to Find a Dentist:
To find a dentist who sees patients in the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program, you can:

Call your assigned dentist, which is listed on your Medicaid Member ID card.
Use the Dentist Search Box below.
Call Customer Service: 1-855-934-9812.
Call TDD (for hearing impaired): Relay 711
Email: outreachcoordinator@skygenusa.com
Web Portal: member.mdhealthysmiles.com
Additional resource: Maryland Oral Health Resource Guide; by county (2022)

Transportation Assistance:
To find transportation assistance to accessing dental care, please refer to this guide from the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program: Local Transportation Contacts