Thousands more Mainers now have access to dental care, but can’t find a dentist

Even before more than 200,000 adults became eligible for MaineCare's dental benefits this summer, the state was experiencing a dearth of professionals to provide them.

MaineCare to cover preventative dental care for adults

Under the expanded program, an estimated 217,000 Maine adults will be eligible to receive coverage for diagnostic and preventative dental care, including cleanings and fillings.

Maine to expand dental coverage for nearly 220,000 adults

The new benefits will cover preventive care in addition to emergencies.

Partnership will provide free dental care to veterans in Maine

The Maine Bureau of Veterans' Service said it's working with 22 clinics to provide the service.

Committee endorses bill to monitor dental insurers in Maine

The proposal would ensure the insurers are spending enough on claims and improving care for customers.

Maine House and Senate advance bill to expand dental coverage under MaineCare

Maine is one of only 10 states that do not cover preventive and restorative dental care under their Medicaid programs.

Maine lawmakers take up new effort to expand adult dental care under Medicaid

Democrats have been trying to expand coverage since 2019, but the effort was derailed when the Legislature adjourned abruptly in 2020 in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

Maine’s 1st dental therapist intends to press for expansion of the profession

Dental therapists, likened to nurse practitioners or physician's assistants, are recognized in 13 states and 2 territories.

State reprimands a controversial Lewiston oral surgeon

Dental regulators rule Dr. Jan Kippax violated professional standards in his care of one patient.

Dental care complicated amid COVID-19 restrictions