ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for dental
Choose a code from the options below based on the documentation.
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Dental”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding dental
The official ICD-10-CM index doesn't give a single default code for dental; the code depends on the details below.
More specific dental codes (official index)
- examination Z01.20 — Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findings
- with abnormal findings Z01.21 — Encounter for dental examination and cleaning with abnormal findings
- restoration
- aesthetically inadequate or displeasing K08.56 — Poor aesthetic of existing restoration of tooth
- defective K08.50 — Unsatisfactory restoration of tooth, unspecified
- specified NEC K08.59 — Other unsatisfactory restoration of tooth
- failure of marginal integrity K08.51 — Open restoration margins of tooth
- failure of periodontal anatomical integrity K08.54 — Contour of existing restoration of tooth biologically incompatible with oral health
Common questions about dental ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for examination dental?
- Z01.20 — Encounter for dental examination and cleaning without abnormal findings.