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What is the
CCS Orthodontia Clinic?
Once
a year, CCS coordinates a special screening clinic for children with
orthodontic needs. The goal is to identify children with malocclusion
(abnormal positioning of the teeth) that is medically handicapping and
requires correction. These children are referred to the CCS Treatment
Program to make a final determination of eligibility for treatment
services.
Does this
mean CCS will pay for braces?
For
eligible children, the answer is yes. To be eligible, a child must have
a serious (medically handicapping) malocclusion of the teeth and mouth.
In addition, the child must be financially and residentially eligible.
How is
Medically Handicapping Malocclusion determined?
This
happens at the CCS Orthodontia Clinic. The child is examined by an
orthodontist and the degree of malocclusion is diagnosed. If the degree
meets CCS criteria, the child is determined to be medically eligible.
Is there an
age requirement?
Children
must have their permanent teeth and this usually occurs between 10 and
12 years of age. Treatment must be completed before the 21st birthday.
Are there
other restrictions?
Yes,
a child must meet the same residential and financial eligibility as for
the CCS Treatment Program. And, children who have full coverage under
the Medi-Cal program are not eligible; they can receive assistance
through Denti-Cal, a part of Medi-Cal.
How does a
child obtain an appointment for the CCS Orthodontia Clinic?
The
Clinic occurs annually in February. CCS accepts referrals to the clinic
from September through December before the February clinic. Families,
dentists, physicians or any one else can refer a child. The CCS
Administrative Office will coordinate the appointment with the family.
Families are encouraged to call CCS to obtain an application or use the
CCS Referral Form.
What
happens after the child is seen at the Orthodontia Clinic?
If
the child is found to have a medically eligible malocclusion, the child
and family are referred to the CCS Treatment Program. CCS will determine
if a child is financially and residentially eligible. If the child is
eligible in all respects, the child is referred to a CCS paneled
orthodontist to begin treatment of the malocclusion.
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