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posted May 31, 2019 10:17:50 PM

Can I deduct yearly dental insurance and dental payments to a Dentist?

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Expert Alumni
May 31, 2019 10:17:52 PM

Yes, if you itemize deductions (Schedule A) you can deduct qualifying out-of-pocket dental expenses and dental insurance premiums (but only if the insurance premiums were paid with after-tax dollars). Most dental treatments qualify for the deduction, although teeth-whitening does not. (See IRS Pub 502: Medical and Dental Expenses for more information.)

The deduction for medical/dental expenses is limited to expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI). See the FAQs below for more information.


Can I deduct medical, dental, and vision expenses?  https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301457 

Can I deduct health insurance premiums taken from my paycheck? https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3300166

[Edited 02.13.2018 I 03:03PM PST]

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Expert Alumni
May 31, 2019 10:17:52 PM

Yes, if you itemize deductions (Schedule A) you can deduct qualifying out-of-pocket dental expenses and dental insurance premiums (but only if the insurance premiums were paid with after-tax dollars). Most dental treatments qualify for the deduction, although teeth-whitening does not. (See IRS Pub 502: Medical and Dental Expenses for more information.)

The deduction for medical/dental expenses is limited to expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI). See the FAQs below for more information.


Can I deduct medical, dental, and vision expenses?  https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301457 

Can I deduct health insurance premiums taken from my paycheck? https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3300166

[Edited 02.13.2018 I 03:03PM PST]