Phil GalewitzInsuranceMedicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.States expanded Medicaid dental coverage for low-income adults, but GOP budget cuts could eliminate these gains.March 6, 2026InsuranceSen. Manchin takes the teeth out of plan for dental MedicareMedicare doesn't cover most dental care, but consumer advocates had hoped that would change after Democrats took control of the White House and Congress. But chances are looking slim because at least one Democratic senator opposes adding dental and other benefits for Medicare beneficiaries.December 13, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesLegal IssuesDentist accused of assaulting 2 patients suspendedA dentist accused of unthinkable abuse at his practice has been suspended.Regulatory UpdatesCMS urges states to end coverage for mercury-containing fillingsSmile DesignDental Duets: The caries conversation dentistry isn't having, Part 1Sleep ApneaThe dental patient grinding their teeth at night is probably trying to breatheLegal IssuesDentist reprimanded for case involving 3-year-old’s death
