Learn How To Get Care From Dental Specialists With the TRICARE Dental Program

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FALLS CHURCH, Va.  –  If you’re a TRICARE Dental Program member, you might need to see different types of dentists for specific tooth and mouth problems. Luckily, the TDP, administered by United Concordia, offers a wide range of specialists in CONUS and OCONUS locations.
 
To find a specialist near you, check out the Find a Dentist tool on United Concordia’s website.
 
“Before you go to a specialist, it’s a good idea to make sure the specialist’s services are covered,” said Douglas Elsesser, a program analyst with the Dental Program Section of the TRICARE Health Plan, at the Defense Health Agency. “A TDP network dentist can submit a pre-authorization request on your behalf to determine your out-of-pocket costs.”
 
Here’s an easy-to-understand guide to these dental specialties: