Veterans Affairs at Encore
Dental care that honors your service.
We're proud VA referral partners, here to help Winston‑Salem Veterans understand their benefits and get quality care without the runaround.
Schedule your AppointmentVA dental benefits, explained plainly
Eligibility isn't one-size-fits-all — the VA sorts Veterans into classes based on service history and disability rating. Here's a quick overview of who typically qualifies for comprehensive dental care.
Compensable condition
Service-connected dental condition rated 10% or greater.
100% disability
Rated fully disabled, or paid at 100% due to unemployability.
Former POW
Any needed dental care, no additional conditions.
Recently discharged
One-time care within 180 days of discharge, after 90+ days active duty.
Eligibility details sourced from va.gov/dental. We recommend confirming your specific class directly with the VA.
Still not sure you qualify?
The VA Dental Insurance Program (VADIP)
Most Veterans don't meet the classes above — VADIP is built for exactly that. It's open to any Veteran enrolled in VA health care, no disability rating required.
Explore Financing Options0 disability rating required to enroll in VADIP
Enrolled in VA health care
Choose Delta Dental or MetLife
Compare plans directly on VA.gov
Bring your plan to your Encore visit
A VA referral partner in Winston‑Salem
Department of Veterans Affairs — Referral Program
contact us to learn moreBring your VA authorization or insurance card to your first visit. We'll handle the rest.
