30 Aug 2018

This Month in AFMS History: Air Force dentists responded to 1981 explosion at Ramstein Air Base

Two bombs exploded in a parking lot outside the U.S. Air Forces in Europe headquarters building at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, on August 31, 1981, injuring 15 people. When they heard the blasts, Air Force dentists and their staff ran out to help.

29 Aug 2018

Airmen provide care during Tropic Care Maui County 2018

More than 350 Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen deployed to Maui, Molokai and Lanai, Hawaii this summer for Tropic Care Maui County 2018, an Innovative Readiness Training exercise to provide no-cost health services to local residents.

9 Jul 2018

FEDVIP is coming: Get to know dental and vision plans today

The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) ends on Dec. 31, 2018. Beginning in 2019, dental and vision plans will be available through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). Now is a good time to become familiar with FEDVIP options.

23 May 2018

Barksdale medical team supports exercise in Panama

Five members of the 2nd Medical Group, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, joined an expert team of U.S. Airmen, Marines and Soldiers in support of Exercise New Horizons 2018 in Panama.

20 Mar 2018

Take command: Changes coming to the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program

Do you have TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) coverage now? If so, then you need to know that the TRDP will end on Dec. 31, 2018.

10 Feb 2018

Children's Dental Health Month: What parents need to know

February is Children’s Dental Health Month and parents need to know what to look out for to make sure their children have great dental health. Teaching children about taking care of their teeth can be challenging, but it’s important to ensure a good foundation for building lifelong habits of oral hygiene and health for them as they grow up.

8 Feb 2018

Dentist approved for readiness requirement

Airman Briana Wilson, newest member of the 932nd Airlift Wing dental team, takes bitewing X-rays of Master Sgt. Chris Wagoner, aircraft hydraulic shop, 932nd Maintenance Squadron, Jan. 6, 2018, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. This was Wilson's first Reserve weekend and she kept busy with taking X-rays and 360 Pano X-rays in support of her fellow dental technicians.

5 Feb 2018

“No bite, no fight:” Reserve Citizen Airman balances dentistry career in and out of uniform

Growing up, Maj. Lindsey Merchant, 301st Medical Squadron general dentist, spent her summers volunteering in her aunt’s dental office. From cleaning to sterilizing equipment, this introduction to the field greatly influenced her desire to one day become a dentist herself.

20 Oct 2017

Say “aaaaaah” – Air Force deployed dental teams support readiness

Dental health is a critical component of overall health and wellness, which means dental readiness is vital to overall Airmen readiness.From the moment an Airman joins the Air Force until they retire, the Air Force Medical Service strives to ensure members maintain optimal oral health. The Air Force also deploys teams of dentists, dental

3 Oct 2017

Medical technicians act as enlisted physician extenders

Every component of Misawa needs to stay fit to fight and ready to immediately execute orders, sorties and missions across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.