{"id":4410,"date":"2026-03-09T14:02:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T21:02:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nowruzmedia.com\/en\/?p=4410"},"modified":"2026-04-02T10:40:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T17:40:57","slug":"too-many-californians-are-missing-out-on-free-medi-cal-dental","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nowruzmedia.com\/en\/2026\/03\/too-many-californians-are-missing-out-on-free-medi-cal-dental\/","title":{"rendered":"Immigrant Adults to Lose Full Medi-Cal Dental Coverage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"250\">The California Department of Health Care Services announced that starting July 1, 2026, some immigrant adults will lose access to free comprehensive dental care under the Medi-Cal Dental Program.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"494\">According to the department, adults over the age of 19 who are not pregnant and have specific immigration statuses will only qualify for emergency dental services, such as treatment for pain, infection, or urgent care needs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"668\">State officials said the change is part of broader federal health care reforms aimed at aligning California\u2019s benefit coverage with national Medicaid regulations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"901\"><strong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"695\">Who will be affected?<\/strong><br data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"698\" \/>Dana Durham, chief of the Medi-Cal Dental Program at the California Department of Health Care Services, said the following groups will only have access to emergency dental services after July 2026:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1124\">\n<li data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"931\">\n<p data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"931\">Undocumented individuals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"993\">\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"993\">Green card holders with less than five years of residency<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1052\">\n<p data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1052\">Individuals under temporary or humanitarian protection<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1124\">\n<p data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1124\">People covered under specific state or humanitarian relief programs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1330\">\u201cThese groups previously had full dental coverage,\u201d Durham said. \u201cAfter mid-2026, they will be eligible only for emergency treatments when they experience severe pain, infection, or other urgent needs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1637\">Durham emphasized that the policy does not affect children under 19 or pregnant individuals up to one year postpartum, who will continue to receive full Medi-Cal dental coverage, including exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, dentures, and orthodontic care for eligible children.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1810\">\u201cWe remain committed to protecting the oral health of children and mothers,\u201d she said. \u201cThey are the foundation of family health and must continue to receive full care.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"\u0647\u0645\u0647 \u0686\u06cc\u0632 \u062f\u0631\u0628\u0627\u0631\u0647 Medi-Cal Dental | \u062a\u0627\u0632\u0647\u200c\u062a\u0631\u06cc\u0646 \u0627\u0637\u0644\u0627\u0639\u0627\u062a \u062e\u062f\u0645\u0627\u062a \u062f\u0646\u062f\u0627\u0646\u200c\u067e\u0632\u0634\u06a9\u06cc \u0631\u0627\u06cc\u06af\u0627\u0646 \u062f\u0631 \u06a9\u0627\u0644\u06cc\u0641\u0631\u0646\u06cc\u0627\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NloF0N_PEto?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1852\">Encouraging use before the changes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1988\">Durham urged all Medi-Cal members who may lose coverage to take advantage of full dental benefits before the changes take effect.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2173\">\u201cWe don\u2019t want anyone to miss the opportunity to receive necessary care,\u201d she said. \u201cWe encourage all eligible members to schedule exams and preventive treatments before July 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2386\">She added that a lack of public awareness remains one of the main reasons many immigrants don\u2019t use Medi-Cal\u2019s free dental services, which include fillings, cleanings, root canals, and dentures at no cost.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2580\">The Medi-Cal Dental Program is part of the state\u2019s broader CalAIM initiative, which promotes a whole-person approach to health by integrating physical, mental, and social well-being.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2759\">\u201cCalAIM is not just about treatment \u2014 it\u2019s about prevention,\u201d Durham said. \u201cTaking care of your teeth also improves heart health, diabetes management, and even mental health.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2991\">She added that <strong data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2799\">preventive services<\/strong> \u2014 including fluoride varnish for children, sealants to prevent cavities, and silver diamine fluoride to stop decay without drilling \u2014 will remain free and available to all eligible members.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3031\">Role of community health workers<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3180\">The department said community health workers will play a vital role in educating immigrant and refugee communities about the upcoming changes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3365\">These workers, often members of the same communities they serve, help residents book dental appointments, overcome language barriers, and understand their rights under Medi-Cal.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3367\" data-end=\"3530\">\u201cWe know many newcomers avoid seeing a dentist due to fear or lack of information,\u201d Durham said. \u201cCommunity health workers are a bridge between people and care.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3559\">No costs for patients<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3653\">Officials reiterated that Medi-Cal members should never be charged for dental services.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3809\">\u201cIf treatment is medically necessary, Medi-Cal covers 100% of the cost,\u201d Durham said. \u201cDentists are not allowed to charge patients any additional fees.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3990\">Members who are asked to pay for services can contact the Medi-Cal Member Services Center or visit <strong data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3972\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smilecalifornia.org\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3916\" data-end=\"3970\">SmileCalifornia.org<\/a><\/strong> for assistance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"4181\">The Medi-Cal Dental Program, which serves nearly 15 million Californians, aims to ensure equal access to essential oral health care regardless of immigration status or income.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The California Department of Health Care Services announced that starting July 1, 2026, some immigrant adults will lose access to free comprehensive dental care under the Medi-Cal Dental Program. According to the department, adults over the age of 19 who are not pregnant and have specific immigration statuses will only qualify for emergency dental services, such as treatment for pain, infection, or urgent care needs. State officials said the change is part of broader federal health care reforms aimed at aligning California\u2019s benefit coverage with national Medicaid regulations. Who will be affected?Dana Durham, chief of the Medi-Cal Dental Program at the California Department of Health Care Services, said the following groups will only have access to emergency dental services after July 2026: Undocumented individuals Green card holders with less than five years of residency Individuals under temporary or humanitarian protection People covered under specific state or humanitarian relief programs \u201cThese groups previously had full dental coverage,\u201d Durham said. \u201cAfter mid-2026, they will be eligible only for emergency treatments when they experience severe pain, infection, or other urgent needs.\u201d Durham emphasized that the policy does not affect children under 19 or pregnant individuals up to one year postpartum, who will continue to receive full Medi-Cal dental coverage, including exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, dentures, and orthodontic care for eligible children. \u201cWe remain committed to protecting the oral health of children and mothers,\u201d she said. \u201cThey are the foundation of family health and must continue to receive full care.\u201d Encouraging use before the changes Durham urged all Medi-Cal members who may lose coverage to take advantage of full dental benefits before the changes take effect. \u201cWe don\u2019t want anyone to miss the opportunity to receive necessary care,\u201d she said. \u201cWe encourage all eligible members to schedule exams and preventive treatments before July 2026.\u201d She added that a lack of public awareness remains one of the main reasons many immigrants don\u2019t use Medi-Cal\u2019s free dental services, which include fillings, cleanings, root canals, and dentures at no cost. The Medi-Cal Dental Program is part of the state\u2019s broader CalAIM initiative, which promotes a whole-person approach to health by integrating physical, mental, and social well-being. \u201cCalAIM is not just about treatment \u2014 it\u2019s about prevention,\u201d Durham said. \u201cTaking care of your teeth also improves heart health, diabetes management, and even mental health.\u201d She added that preventive services \u2014 including fluoride varnish for children, sealants to prevent cavities, and silver diamine fluoride to stop decay without drilling \u2014 will remain free and available to all eligible members. Role of community health workers The department said community health workers will play a vital role in educating immigrant and refugee communities about the upcoming changes. These workers, often members of the same communities they serve, help residents book dental appointments, overcome language barriers, and understand their rights under Medi-Cal. \u201cWe know many newcomers avoid seeing a dentist due to fear or lack of information,\u201d Durham said. \u201cCommunity health workers are a bridge between people and care.\u201d No costs for patients Officials reiterated that Medi-Cal members should never be charged for dental services. \u201cIf treatment is medically necessary, Medi-Cal covers 100% of the cost,\u201d Durham said. \u201cDentists are not allowed to charge patients any additional fees.\u201d Members who are asked to pay for services can contact the Medi-Cal Member Services Center or visit SmileCalifornia.org for assistance. The Medi-Cal Dental Program, which serves nearly 15 million Californians, aims to ensure equal access to essential oral health care regardless of immigration status or income.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4411,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,45,46,66],"tags":[153,169,170,171],"class_list":["post-4410","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-u-s-stories-en","category-healthcare-en","category-immigration-en","category-recent-updates-en","tag-afghan-immigrants","tag-dental-care","tag-dental-program","tag-caliifornia"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Immigrant Adults to Lose Full Medi-Cal Dental Coverage - Nowruz Media<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/nowruzmedia.com\/en\/2026\/03\/too-many-californians-are-missing-out-on-free-medi-cal-dental\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Immigrant Adults to Lose Full Medi-Cal Dental Coverage - Nowruz Media\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The California Department of Health Care Services announced that starting July 1, 2026, some immigrant adults will lose access to free comprehensive dental care under the Medi-Cal Dental Program. According to the department, adults over the age of 19 who are not pregnant and have specific immigration statuses will only qualify for emergency dental services, such as treatment for pain, infection, or urgent care needs. State officials said the change is part of broader federal health care reforms aimed at aligning California\u2019s benefit coverage with national Medicaid regulations. Who will be affected?Dana Durham, chief of the Medi-Cal Dental Program at the California Department of Health Care Services, said the following groups will only have access to emergency dental services after July 2026: Undocumented individuals Green card holders with less than five years of residency Individuals under temporary or humanitarian protection People covered under specific state or humanitarian relief programs \u201cThese groups previously had full dental coverage,\u201d Durham said. \u201cAfter mid-2026, they will be eligible only for emergency treatments when they experience severe pain, infection, or other urgent needs.\u201d Durham emphasized that the policy does not affect children under 19 or pregnant individuals up to one year postpartum, who will continue to receive full Medi-Cal dental coverage, including exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, dentures, and orthodontic care for eligible children. \u201cWe remain committed to protecting the oral health of children and mothers,\u201d she said. \u201cThey are the foundation of family health and must continue to receive full care.\u201d Encouraging use before the changes Durham urged all Medi-Cal members who may lose coverage to take advantage of full dental benefits before the changes take effect. \u201cWe don\u2019t want anyone to miss the opportunity to receive necessary care,\u201d she said. \u201cWe encourage all eligible members to schedule exams and preventive treatments before July 2026.\u201d She added that a lack of public awareness remains one of the main reasons many immigrants don\u2019t use Medi-Cal\u2019s free dental services, which include fillings, cleanings, root canals, and dentures at no cost. The Medi-Cal Dental Program is part of the state\u2019s broader CalAIM initiative, which promotes a whole-person approach to health by integrating physical, mental, and social well-being. \u201cCalAIM is not just about treatment \u2014 it\u2019s about prevention,\u201d Durham said. \u201cTaking care of your teeth also improves heart health, diabetes management, and even mental health.\u201d She added that preventive services \u2014 including fluoride varnish for children, sealants to prevent cavities, and silver diamine fluoride to stop decay without drilling \u2014 will remain free and available to all eligible members. Role of community health workers The department said community health workers will play a vital role in educating immigrant and refugee communities about the upcoming changes. These workers, often members of the same communities they serve, help residents book dental appointments, overcome language barriers, and understand their rights under Medi-Cal. \u201cWe know many newcomers avoid seeing a dentist due to fear or lack of information,\u201d Durham said. \u201cCommunity health workers are a bridge between people and care.\u201d No costs for patients Officials reiterated that Medi-Cal members should never be charged for dental services. \u201cIf treatment is medically necessary, Medi-Cal covers 100% of the cost,\u201d Durham said. \u201cDentists are not allowed to charge patients any additional fees.\u201d Members who are asked to pay for services can contact the Medi-Cal Member Services Center or visit SmileCalifornia.org for assistance. 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According to the department, adults over the age of 19 who are not pregnant and have specific immigration statuses will only qualify for emergency dental services, such as treatment for pain, infection, or urgent care needs. State officials said the change is part of broader federal health care reforms aimed at aligning California\u2019s benefit coverage with national Medicaid regulations. Who will be affected?Dana Durham, chief of the Medi-Cal Dental Program at the California Department of Health Care Services, said the following groups will only have access to emergency dental services after July 2026: Undocumented individuals Green card holders with less than five years of residency Individuals under temporary or humanitarian protection People covered under specific state or humanitarian relief programs \u201cThese groups previously had full dental coverage,\u201d Durham said. \u201cAfter mid-2026, they will be eligible only for emergency treatments when they experience severe pain, infection, or other urgent needs.\u201d Durham emphasized that the policy does not affect children under 19 or pregnant individuals up to one year postpartum, who will continue to receive full Medi-Cal dental coverage, including exams, cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, dentures, and orthodontic care for eligible children. \u201cWe remain committed to protecting the oral health of children and mothers,\u201d she said. \u201cThey are the foundation of family health and must continue to receive full care.\u201d Encouraging use before the changes Durham urged all Medi-Cal members who may lose coverage to take advantage of full dental benefits before the changes take effect. \u201cWe don\u2019t want anyone to miss the opportunity to receive necessary care,\u201d she said. \u201cWe encourage all eligible members to schedule exams and preventive treatments before July 2026.\u201d She added that a lack of public awareness remains one of the main reasons many immigrants don\u2019t use Medi-Cal\u2019s free dental services, which include fillings, cleanings, root canals, and dentures at no cost. The Medi-Cal Dental Program is part of the state\u2019s broader CalAIM initiative, which promotes a whole-person approach to health by integrating physical, mental, and social well-being. \u201cCalAIM is not just about treatment \u2014 it\u2019s about prevention,\u201d Durham said. \u201cTaking care of your teeth also improves heart health, diabetes management, and even mental health.\u201d She added that preventive services \u2014 including fluoride varnish for children, sealants to prevent cavities, and silver diamine fluoride to stop decay without drilling \u2014 will remain free and available to all eligible members. Role of community health workers The department said community health workers will play a vital role in educating immigrant and refugee communities about the upcoming changes. These workers, often members of the same communities they serve, help residents book dental appointments, overcome language barriers, and understand their rights under Medi-Cal. \u201cWe know many newcomers avoid seeing a dentist due to fear or lack of information,\u201d Durham said. \u201cCommunity health workers are a bridge between people and care.\u201d No costs for patients Officials reiterated that Medi-Cal members should never be charged for dental services. \u201cIf treatment is medically necessary, Medi-Cal covers 100% of the cost,\u201d Durham said. \u201cDentists are not allowed to charge patients any additional fees.\u201d Members who are asked to pay for services can contact the Medi-Cal Member Services Center or visit SmileCalifornia.org for assistance. 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