Preventive CDT Codes2026 Billing Reference Guide

A routine dental cleaning for adult patients that removes plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth to prevent cavities and gum disease.

A routine dental cleaning for child patients that removes plaque, calculus, and stains from primary or transitional teeth to prevent cavities and gum disease.

Professional fluoride varnish applied directly to tooth surfaces to strengthen enamel and prevent decay, most commonly billed for pediatric patients.

A professional fluoride treatment applied as a gel, foam, or rinse rather than varnish.

Covers immunization counseling provided in the dental office as part of preventive care.

Dietary counseling provided to help a patient reduce their risk of cavities and gum disease through better nutrition.

Counseling a patient on quitting tobacco to reduce their risk of oral cancer, gum disease, and other dental problems.

Covers counseling for the control and prevention of adverse oral, behavioral, and systemic health effects associated with high-risk substance use provided in the dental office as part of preventive care.

Patient education on brushing technique, flossing, and other home care practices to improve oral health.

A protective sealant applied to the occlusal surface of a permanent molar or premolar to prevent decay in the pits and fissures.

A conservative sealant-like restoration that fills a small area of early decay and seals the remaining grooves on a permanent tooth.

Repair of a previously placed dental sealant that has partially or completely worn off or chipped.

A preventive dental procedure covering interim caries arresting medicament application - per tooth.

A preventive dental procedure covering caries preventive medicament application - per tooth.

A fixed (cemented) space maintainer placed on one side of the mouth to hold space after the premature loss of a primary tooth.