Understanding the New Canadian Dental Care Plan
The new Canadian Dental Care Plan was introduced to make dental care more accessible and affordable for families across Canada. At Creekside Family Dental Care, we understand the importance of maintaining good dental health, and we're here to help you navigate this new plan.
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
The Canadian Dental Care Plan is a new initiative by the government to help Canadians get the dental care they need. This plan covers a wide range of dental services, including routine check-ups, cleanings, fillings, and even some major procedures like root canals and crowns. The goal is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, can maintain a healthy smile.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PLAN DOES NOT PAY YOUR DENTAL FEES 100%
Eligibility Criteria
You might be wondering if you or your family are eligible for this plan. The eligibility criteria are based on your household income and the number of people in your family. Generally, families with lower to middle incomes will benefit the most from this plan. It's designed to support those who might struggle to afford regular dental care otherwise.
Our Dental Office and the Plan
Starting in July, we are pleased to announce that our dental office will be accepting patients who are covered by the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
Our team is dedicated to providing the best care for you and your family. We believe that everyone deserves a healthy smile, and this new plan helps us make that possible for more people in our community.
Applying to the Canadian Dental Care Plan
You need to meet all the eligibility criteria to qualify for the CDCP:
Not have access to dental insurance
Have an adjusted family net income less than $90,000
Canadian resident
Filed your tax return in the previous year
When to apply? Starting June 2024:
Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate
Children under the age of 18
To complete your application, you’ll need to provide the following information for yourself and your spouse or common-law partner (if applicable):
Social Insurance Number
Date of Birth
Full Name
Home and Mailing Address
List of the dental coverage you have through government social programs (if applicable)
To apply online go to the following link: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan/apply.html#apply-online
If you are unable to apply online, please call the CDCP call centre at 1-833-537-4342.
If you have any questions or need more information, please reach out to our office. We're here to help!