I'm on Medicaid and receive disability. I had oral cancer in 2010, all my teeth broken off. Will Medicaid pay for dentures?

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I'm sorry I have no picture, but I only have 2 upper teeth, which are loose and broken, about to fall out. I can't eat anything but soup, and am so embarrassed I don't go out anywhere. I Avoid class reunions, company, I have a hard time maintaining weight. I have been scared of the oral surgery, even after all I went through, it scared me to death (not literally). But I am now ready to face it, but I'm so poor it's all I can do to pay taxes on my house, which is paid for. Just the bills and taxes maxes my finances.

Vachik Danoukh, DMD · Answer

Hi there Walter Page from Duluth Georgia!  There are dentists in your town that take Medicaid. One is Marie Schweinebraten DMD  Start with this practice and go from there to any practice that takes Medicaid .  You will find someone to help you. Call a hospital in the area and they will help you locate a dentist that can help you.  You will have a serious problem if you do not get dentures to replace your teeth you are missing . You need to eat and enjoy life!  Get help!  God Bless you and get help!

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

You may be able to argue that this was due to medical reasons. I don't know how Medicaid works in Georgia, but in Texas Medicaid does not cover dental treatment for adults. You would have to check with Medicaid. They would be able to give you a list of providers that will accept your plan.

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I'm on Medicaid and receive disability. I had oral cancer in 2010, all my teeth broken off. Will Medicaid pay for dentures?

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