Original Medicare (parts A and B) typically does not cover the cost of braces, as they are considered a dental procedure. However, Medicare Part B might cover braces if they are deemed medically ...

I spent many hours of my childhood at the orthodontist’s office. Thanks to my cleft palate, I wore braces on and off for about 10 years. Although I never had braces as an adult (I finished my ...

Up until recently, I was pretty happy with my teeth. Were they picture perfect and snowy white? Not quite—but I was pleased enough with their appearance (especially considering I didn’t have braces as ...

Medicare considers braces a dental procedure and does not cover dental procedures except in very rare circumstances. Braces are orthodontic treatments used to help straighten and realign teeth. They ...