Which dental readiness classes are NMR?

• A. Dental Class 1 + 2
• B. Dental Class 2 + 3
• C. Dental Class 4 only
• D. Dental Class 3 + 4

Answer: (D)

Dental readiness classifications tell you whether a service member is fit to deploy from a dental perspective. Not medically ready means the dental condition is either urgent or extensive enough that deployment isn’t feasible until treatment is completed. The last two classes describe conditions that require care before or as a prerequisite to deploying: one indicates an urgent dental problem that would interfere with operations if deployed, and the other reflects dental issues so extensive they can’t be managed in the field and must be resolved prior to deployment. The first two classes indicate no treatment needed or only routine, planned care, so those individuals are considered ready for duty.