Dental Care

Dental care for TRICARE beneficiaries is provided through several programs depending on the beneficiary's status: the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) for active duty family members, FEDVIP for retirees, and direct dental care at Military Treatment Facilities for active duty service members.

Dental coverage by beneficiary type: • Active duty: Comprehensive dental care at MTFs at no cost • Active duty family members: TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) with premiums • Selected Reserve and families: TDP enrollment available • Retirees and families: FEDVIP dental plans available • TRICARE For Life: FEDVIP dental plans available

TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) coverage: • Preventive care (exams, cleanings, X-rays) • Basic restorative (fillings, extractions) • Major restorative (crowns, bridges, dentures) • Endodontics (root canals) • Periodontics (gum treatments) • Orthodontics for children and adults • Oral surgery

FEDVIP dental plans: • Multiple carriers and plan options • Enrollment during Federal Benefits Open Season • Varies by selected plan • Nationwide coverage available

Medically necessary dental services: • TRICARE medical benefit may cover dental services related to trauma • Dental care required for medical treatment (e.g., radiation therapy) • Accident-related dental injuries

Maintaining good oral health is important for overall wellness, and military families have multiple options for dental coverage based on their beneficiary status.