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gmurden2
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Can you use dentures as an expense

 
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Can you use dentures as an expense

Yes, but you can only deduct a total amount of medical expenses greater than 7.5 percent of your AGI and only if you itemize. 

TeresaM
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Can you use dentures as an expense

Yes, the cost of dentures can added to your medical expenses, in the Deductions and Credits section, under Medical

 

You can also add contact lens cleaning solution, hearing aid batteries, crutches, and mileage to see your doctor. Click here to see this IRS page on medical expenses to learn more expenses you are allowed to deduct.
 

Some health-related expenses cannot be claimed per IRS rules such as nonprescription supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter medications, toothpaste, and health club memberships. Click here to see this IRS list of common, but nondeductible medical expenses.

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