Medicare would pay for dental care, including cleanings, fillings, and dentures, for millions of Americans.
Right now, Medicare generally doesn't cover most dental services or dentures. This bill would change that, allowing millions of older Americans and people with disabilities to get coverage for routine cleanings, fillings, root canals, and even dentures. The new benefits would start on January 1, 2028, with costs phased in over several years.
Currently, Medicare Part B generally does not cover most dental services or dental prostheses. If this bill passes, starting January 1, 2028, Medicare Part B would cover a broad range of dental and oral health services and dental prostheses. For most people, Medicare would gradually cover costs, reaching 80 percent after eight years, while low-income individuals would receive 80 percent coverage from the first year.
S 5089 · 119th Congress · July 22, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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