The Impact of Treating Ukraine Military Personnel at U.S. Army Dental Clinics in Germany

Oral surgery accounted for 45.7% of total costs. Treatment involving CAD/CAM crowns had the highest cost per person at $2,537.63. Overall, there was a trend for resin-composite restorations with only 2 Ukrainian personnel receiving amalgam. The total cost to treat the Ukrainian military cohort was $335,100.80 in CY 2023 USD. The estimated cost for treating the Ukrainian military equated to $1,288,849.24 per 1,000 personnel per year. The $1.28M represents an estimate of the value cost of work that would be provided to this population over time. Dentists spent 31.83 hours per month treating dental emergencies among Ukrainian personnel. This study supports the need for medical planners to consider dental capabilities and support when determining MEDROE for allies and partners. U.S. military medical providers, whether in garrison or deployed, should also consider allied dental readiness and capabilities, especially since most allied and partner militaries may have limited dental support. Budgets should also account for the additional expenses associated with treating allies and partners. These findings support the assertion that U.S. dental officers must be proficient in oral surgery, restorative care with CAD/CAM utilization, and endodontics.