Medi-Cal · South Sacramento
Medi-Cal Dentist for Kids in South Sacramento
Our South Sacramento office welcomes children and teens with Medi-Cal. We keep young smiles healthy with gentle checkups, cavity prevention and clear answers about what your child's coverage includes.
Infants through age 20
New patients welcome
Medi-Cal accepted
We'll check your child's coverage before the visit.
Visit our South Sacramento office
7227 29th St, Suite C
Sacramento, CA 95822
Office hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Medi-Cal dental care close to home
Families from South Sacramento, Florin, Meadowview, Parkway and nearby neighborhoods choose us for kid-friendly dental care that fits the family budget. We accept Medi-Cal for patients from infancy through age 20, and our team takes time to explain each step so parents always know what to expect. Learn more about our South Sacramento pediatric dental office.
Some of our patients come to us after a long time without a regular dentist. That's okay. We start where your child is, make the first visit comfortable, and build a simple plan to get their smile back on track.
Stopping cavities early with fluoride and sealants
Cavities are one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood, and most of them can be prevented. Medi-Cal covers the tools that work best:
- Fluoride treatments strengthen enamel and can help heal early soft spots before they turn into cavities.
- Dental sealants are thin protective coatings painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, where most children's cavities start. Medi-Cal generally covers sealants on permanent molars for members under 21.
- Checkups every six months let us catch small problems while they are still quick and easy to treat.
Sealants take only a few minutes per tooth. There are no shots and no drilling, and they can protect molars for years.
What Medi-Cal covers for your child
Children and teens under 21 with full-scope Medi-Cal generally have full dental benefits, including:
- Twice-yearly exams and cleanings, with X-rays when needed
- Fluoride treatments and sealants on permanent molars
- Fillings and crowns
- Nerve treatment and extractions
- Treatment for tooth pain, swelling or infection
- Sedation if medically necessary
Learn how Medi-Cal dental plans work in Sacramento County in our Medi-Cal dental guide.
How to book a Medi-Cal visit in South Sacramento
- Call our team at (916) 226-6767 or register online.
- Have the Medi-Cal BIC card and your child's dental plan ID card in hand.
- Let us know the plan name and member ID, and we'll confirm benefits ahead of the visit.
- Arrive 15 minutes before a first appointment and bring a list of medications and health conditions.
Don't know your child's dental plan, or want a different one? Medi-Cal Health Care Options can sort it out at (800) 430-4263 (TTY 1-800-430-7077).
South Sacramento Medi-Cal dentist FAQs
Does Kids Dentist Plus in South Sacramento accept Medi-Cal?
Yes. Our South Sacramento office sees children and teens with Medi-Cal. Call (916) 226-6767 with your child's dental plan name and member ID, and we'll confirm coverage.
Are dental sealants covered by Medi-Cal?
Yes. Sealants on permanent molars are generally covered for members under 21. Most children get their first permanent molars around age 6 and the second set around age 12.
Does Medi-Cal cover fluoride treatments for kids?
Yes. Medi-Cal generally covers fluoride treatments for children at set intervals. Your child's dentist will recommend how often based on their risk for cavities, and we'll confirm what's covered.
Does the Medi-Cal dental plan matter for my child's visit?
Children's dental benefits are generally the same in every Sacramento County Medi-Cal dental plan. Tell us the plan name and member ID, and we'll confirm coverage before your child's visit.
What should I bring to my child's first visit?
Bring your child's Medi-Cal BIC card, dental plan ID card and a list of any medications or health conditions.
Is Denti-Cal different from Medi-Cal Dental?
No, they're the same program. Medi-Cal Dental is the dental part of Medi-Cal, and Denti-Cal is simply its former name. Families can read about children's benefits on SmileCalifornia.org, and before the visit, we'll confirm coverage.
Other Kids Dentist Plus offices near South Sacramento
Other Kids Dentist Plus offices near South Sacramento that welcome Medi-Cal:
Book your child's Medi-Cal visit in South Sacramento
Call (916) 226-6767 or register online to book.