Yes, Arkansas Medicaid does cover root canals for adults, but eligibility and coverage can vary based on individual circumstances and specific Medicaid plans. Generally, these services are available for members who meet certain dental health criteria and who have a demonstrated need for the procedure. It's advisable to check with the specific Medicaid plan or a dental provider to confirm coverage details and any necessary pre-authorization requirements.
Medicaid will pay for root canals, partials, crowns, etcetera regardless of state and pregnancy status. There are only specific offices that offer these treatments for medicaid patients, though, so make sure you visit an accredited dentist that accepts this form of payment.
I live in New York and Medicaid will do root canal therapy on all teeth except the molars. There are fine lines with that as if you are missing other specific anterior teeth (front teeth) in your mouth, they will actually do root canals on molars if you fit this demographic. There is another fine line here as they will NOT pay for root canal teeth until it can be proven that there is an abscess, and this means pretty much it has to abscess at the root for Medicaid to cover the cost on the root canal therapy. Most teeth cannot be proven, as 2d radiographs don't show anything normally until the abcess at the root occurs. They will also not pay for crowns if you want to crown a root canal therapy tooth. Waiting for an abcess to occur is not good, and teeth should never be let go till that point. It dimishes the root canal therapy success rates and you're dealing with pain and discomfort for elongated periods of time with a higher potential for tooth loss as an abcess damages the jawbone.
A DMD is the same as a DDS - it just depends where you went to school. Since both degrees are dentists...YES, a DMD can do root canals. The specific specialist that does root canals is an endodontist, but general dentists can do them as well.
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NO, certainly not.
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The doctor specializing in root canals is an Endodontist.
Root canal surgery is done by an endodontist.
Root canals can sometimes lead to health problems if there is an infection that is not properly treated. It is important to follow up with your dentist if you experience any issues after a root canal procedure.
Yes, teeth that have root canals frequently turn dark over time.
Any dentist that has a dental office and currently works will give you services such as root canals. If they cannot deal with your probably individually, they can recommend you to a dentist that can.
Root canals are generally safe and effective procedures, but in rare cases, they can lead to health issues such as infection or complications. It is important to follow proper dental care and consult with a dentist if you have concerns.