A new study reveals that restrictive features in Medicare Advantage (MA) dental plans may create barriers to dental care access for seniors, despite the plans’ intended purpose of expanding coverage.

Unfortunately, many older adults lose company health coverage when they retire, and most Medicare-sponsored plans offer minimal or no dental coverage. This can leave a majority of aging individuals in ...

Many Medicare Advantage (MA) plans advertise dental coverage, but the benefits vary widely. In a July 2025 letter to Congress, the American Dental Association (ADA) raised concerns about these MA ...

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