What Does Medi-Cal Dental Actually Cover in California?

What Is Denti-Cal (Medi-Cal Dental)?

Denti-Cal is the dental component of California’s Medi-Cal program. It covers a range of preventive, restorative, and emergency dental services — often with no out-of-pocket costs for eligible patients.

At our office, we are proud to be a Medi-Cal provider and welcome patients with full-scope benefits.

What Dental Services Are Covered by Medi-Cal?

Here are some of the services covered by Medi-Cal that we offer at Diamond Springs Dental Center:

Preventive Care

• Dental exams and cleanings (1–2 per year)
  
• Fluoride treatment for children and eligible adults
  
• Sealants for children to prevent cavities
  
• Digital X-rays and oral cancer screenings
  

Restorative Services

• Tooth-colored fillings
  
• Tooth extractions, including wisdom teeth removal
  
• Root canals (on front teeth; others require pre-authorization)
  
• Dentures and partials
  

Emergency Dental Care

• Same-day emergency appointments
  
• Swelling, pain, infections, abscesses
  
• Broken teeth or damaged dental work
  
• Urgent extractions
  

What’s Not Covered?

While Medi-Cal offers broad coverage, some procedures are not automatically covered or require pre-authorization. These may include:

• Dental implants
  
• Cosmetic procedures (like teeth whitening or veneers)
  
• Crowns on molars (unless medically necessary)
  
• Some deep cleanings (covered only under certain conditions)
  

Not sure if a treatment is covered? Our team can check your benefits before any care begins — and walk you through what’s included, what requires approval, and what options are available if something isn’t covered.

Do You Accept Medi-Cal Patients?

Yes! We accept full-scope Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal patients of all ages and are committed to making high-quality care accessible — especially for underserved communities across:

• El Dorado
  
• El Dorado Hills
  
• Placerville
  
• Shingle Springs
  
• Cameron Park
  

Our front office team will help you understand your eligibility and schedule treatments based on what’s approved.

Using Medi-Cal at Diamond Springs Dental Center

Here’s how it works:

1. Provide your Medi-Cal ID when scheduling your appointment.
   
2. We verify your eligibility and benefits before your visit.
   
3. You’ll receive a clear explanation of what’s covered — with no surprises.
   
4. We submit all claims on your behalf.
   

We also make it easy for patients to combine Medi-Cal benefits with personal care plans for services not fully covered.