Routine dental care should begin by age 3 and may be obtained through public or private (Medicaid) providers. Routine examinations should occur at least annually and all corrective treatment completed. If the child’s health history indicates that dental care has not been provided or has started but could not be completed before placement, you should discuss with the child’s Case Manager plans to initiate or complete the recommended treatment. 

All non-Medicaid expenses must be paid out of state or county funds, except when there is a public or private clinic available to the child at no cost. The Ben Massell Dental Clinic will provide orthodontic services for the Metropolitan Atlanta children in care. If you receive bills for dental care from a private dental care provider, attach them to your invoice at the end of the month. Additional information regarding procedures for dental care will be shared with you by the Case Manager. Orthodontic care (braces) may be available if the health of the child will be adversely affected without treatment.

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