Title I, SEC. 1126. DENTAL CARE. (a) Coverage. The dental care described in this section is the following: (1) Emergency dental treatment, including simple extractions, for acute infections, bleeding, and injuries to natural teeth and oral structures for conditions requiring immediate attention to prevent risks to life or significant medical complications, as specified by the National Health Board. (2) Prevention and diagnosis of dental disease, including oral dental examinations, radiographs, dental sealants, fluoride application, and dental prophylaxis. (3) Treatment of dental disease, including routine fillings, prosthetics for genetic defects, periodontal maintenance, and endodontic services. (4) Space maintenance procedures to prevent orthodontic complications. (5) Interceptive orthodontic treatment to prevent severe malocclusion. (b) Limitations. Coverage for dental care is subject to the following limitations: (1) Prevention and diagnosis. Prior to January 1, 2001, the items and services described in subsection (a)(2) are covered only for individuals less than 18 years of age. On or after such date, such items and services are covered for all eligible individuals enrolled under a health plan, except that dental sealants are not covered for individuals 18 years of age or older. (2) Treatment of dental disease. Prior to January 1, 2001, the items and services described in subsection (a)(3) are covered only for individuals less than 18 years of age. On or after such date, such items and services are covered for all eligible individuals enrolled under a health plan, except that endodontic services are not covered for individuals 18 years of age or older. (3) Space maintenance. The items and services described in subsection (a)(4) are covered only for individuals at least 3 years of age, but less than 13 years of age and (A) are limited to posterior teeth; (B) involve maintenance of a space or spaces for permanent posterior teeth that would otherwise be prevented from normal eruption if the space were not maintained; and (C) do not include a space maintainer that is placed within 6 months of the expected eruption of the permanent posterior tooth concerned. (4) Interceptive orthodontic treatment. Prior to January 1, 2001, the items and services described in subsection (a)(5) are not covered. On or after such date, such items and services are covered only for individuals at least 6 years of age, but less than 12 years of age.