Advancing Oral Health Through Minimally Invasive Dentistry and Medicaid
Thursday, January 29, 2026
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Course Code:
431TL
Credits:
2
CE Hours
This course explores how minimally invasive dentistry and disease management principles can be applied in dental practices that serve Medicaid populations. Rooted in prevention and early intervention, minimally invasive care focuses on preserving natural tooth structure, improving long-term oral health outcomes, and reducing the need for invasive restorative procedures. Medicaid dental programs promote oral health equity by providing essential dental services to low-income individuals and underserved communities, ensuring that everyone has access to quality oral health care regardless of socioeconomic status. Participants will learn how to integrate caries management techniques and patient education strategies into care models that align with Medicaid guidelines and goals. While this course will focus primarily on the Massachusetts Medicaid program (MassHealth), the concepts and strategies discussed are broadly applicable to Medicaid programs in other states. All are welcome to attend.
Speakers
After this course attendees will be able to:
- Describe the core principles of minimally invasive dentistry and a disease-management approach and their relevance to caring for patients with Medicaid coverage
- Gain an understanding of the key principles and goals of Medicaid dental programs in promoting oral health equity and addressing the needs of low-income and underserved populations
- Learn that Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities
- Apply minimally invasive and individualized disease management strategies to improve outcomes for Medicaid-enrolled patients
- Identify conservative treatment modalities—such as silver diamine fluoride, sealants, and topical fluoride—that are supported by Medicaid programs
- Incorporate preventive technologies and patient-centered communication techniques to engage and empower Medicaid patients in their oral health
- Understand how minimally invasive, prevention-focused care supports Medicaid goals around value-based care, cost-efficiency, and health equity
- Appreciate how participating dental providers are vital to ensuring access to high-quality and compassionate services for children and adults with Medicaid coverage
The Massachusetts Dental Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
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