Smile Time Dental Accepts Medi-cal/Denti-Cal

Our dental offices/dentists proudly accept medi-cal/denti-cal. Getting good dental care can be expensive, and if you are struggling financially, that just doesn’t seem fair. We believe that everybody deserves to receive superb dental assistance which is why our practice proudly accepts Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal. These dental benefits can be extremely helpful depending on your situation and we hope to provide some peace of mind by accepting it. If you have any questions regarding Medi-Cal/Denti-Cal, give our Elk Grove office a call for more clarity. If you already have a Medi-Cal ID, be sure to bring your benefits card in when you visit us. If you have questions regarding your dental benefits, you can call the call center at 1-800-322-6384. If you have your Medi-Cal ID, call any of our Smile Time Dental offices to make a dental appointment. Be sure to bring your benefits card when you visit.

What is Medi-Cal?

California offers a medical benefits program which is known as Medi-Cal. Medi-Cal give benefits to anybody in California for those who are eligible. The dental benefits program is formally called Denti-Cal. Anyone eligible for medi-cal also receives dental benefits. You will need to present your Medi-Cal ID card to acquire dental treatment.

Who Is Qualified For Medi-Cal?

Anyone with limited income can qualify for Medi-Cal if you have residency in California. To receive benefits from Medi-Cal you need to apply on Medi-Cal’s website and your eligibility will be reviewed by county social services. After accepted, The state of California will issue you a Medi-Cal ID.

Denti-Cal/Medi-Cal benefits:

• Oral evaluation 
• Exams 
• Root canals 
• Tooth extractions 
• X-rays 
• Fluoride 
• Prophylaxis 
• Oral surgery 
• Scaling and root planing 
• Periodontal maintenance 
• Filings including amalgams composites 
• Crowns 
• Emergency treatment 

If there is a service you require from a dental professional that is not already listed above, our Smile Time Dental team will be able to assess your situation to see if it falls within Medi-Cal terms. Your dentist will also inform you which services are included with Medi-Cal. They will also help you determine the proper treatment covered under your benefits.