Hello, I am 18 and I plan on joining the United States Army. I am pretty confident I can pass every physical test and enlistment requirements to join but my teeth are not in the best of shape. So my question is simple:

Will the Army accept me even if I have a pretty bad tooth decay problem?

I am wanting to become a 19D Cavalry Scout. My teeth have been in a pretty bad shape ever since I was about 8. I would have had them fixed but my family and I are in the "Poor" category and my parents could care less to get me onto a dental plan or Medicaid or whatever it is.

Any and all information is greatly appreciated. Thank you

I just got through meps and they do screen for serious tooth decay.

He is right, they do check your teeth. I don't think its going to be a serious problem for you, have you tried brushing those ******s?

I am a Scout, if you have any questions you can msg me.