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  • Hanscom officer selected for Air Force dental program

    An officer from the 66th Medical Squadron was recently selected to attend the Graduate Dental Education program at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Maj. Thomas O’Connor, 66 MDS Dental Operations Flight chief, will participate in the periodontics residency in 2022.

  • FEDVIP is coming: Get to know dental and vision plans

    The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) ends on Dec. 31, 2018. Beginning in 2019, dental and vision plans will be available through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). Now is a good time to become familiar with FEDVIP options.

  • Improvements to the TRICARE Dental Program

    Beginning on May 1, 2017, United Concordia Companies, Inc. (United Concordia) will manage the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP). Beneficiaries don’t need to take any actions to continue their coverage.The TDP is a voluntary dental benefit for eligible active duty family members, National Guard and

  • Proper dental care can prevent disease

    More than fighting bad breath or preventing gingivitis, research shows that dental health also contributes to the overall well-being of Airmen. Good dental care includes an annual checkup, brushing and flossing, drinking fluoridated water and making sure everyone in the family is covered by dental