If you have a child who is under the age of 18 and is still living with you, your son or daughter may qualify for dental care services through Colorado's Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) program. As Colorado.gov states, you and your child must be legal residents of Colorado with a total household income at or below 260% of the Federal Poverty Level for your child to qualify for CHP dental coverage. Your child must also not have other insurance coverage to qualify. If your child is eligible for the CHP+ dental program, here are some of the benefits that they can enjoy with their coverage.

Preventative Care

Prevention is key when it comes to avoiding cavities and other serious dental problems, and your child will be able to enjoy a wide range of preventative services when they are covered under Colorado's CHP+ dental program. These services include:

  • Yearly teeth cleanings
  • Sealant applications
  • Fluoride treatments

In addition to these services, your child's dentist can provide detailed information on proper brushing and flossing techniques and the importance of using mouthwash or other dental rinses at home. The at-home care instructions that your child receives can help keep teeth and gums healthy and strong in-between visits so that hopefully no further treatments will be needed at your child's next dentist appointment.

Diagnostic Services

Dental problems are not always symptomatic in the early stages and the diagnostic services that the CHP+ dental program covers can be useful for diagnosing underlying concerns. X-rays can be taken to look for signs of tooth decay (cavities) or other abnormalities inside the mouth that deserve attention. A thorough dental exam performed by a dentist can also help identify problems with teeth and gums that should be treated as soon as possible before they become more serious.

Restorative Dentistry

If fillings are needed to fill in tooth cavities, you can rest assured in knowing that your child's CHP+ dental program will cover these and other restorative dentistry services. Your child can also get any needed dental crowns under their plan. Even veneers and other treatments that are intended to hide certain dental cosmetic flaws may be covered under your child's plan.

Oral Surgery

Oral surgery may be required to alleviate pain or resolve other dental issues that require more than standard dental treatments, and the CHP+ dental program covers a variety of oral surgical procedures. If wisdom teeth or other problematic teeth inside your child's mouth need to be pulled, the CHP+ dental program will alleviate your financial burden. Endodontic therapy is also covered if your child ever needs root canal treatment.

The CHP+ dental program can help your child maintain excellent oral health and establish good dental care habits for life. You will likely be pleased with all the coverage that the plan provides if you choose to enroll your child in Colorado's CHP+ dental program.

To learn more about CHP Dental, reach out to a local insurance provider or medical health professional.

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