Heritage Dental Welcomes CDCP Patients
Tooth decay is the most common, but preventable, childhood chronic disease both in Canada and around the world. Because oral disease most often begins in the preschool years, it is important to establish good oral hygiene habits early. Healthy teeth and gums make for a happier and healthier person. In Canada, one third of people do not have dental insurance, and as a result, many go without necessary dental care because it costs too much.
Heritage Dental Centre is pleased to tell patients about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), which helps Canadians take good care of their teeth and gums. The Government of Canada introduced the plan to make dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents, so that dental care remains accessible for everyone.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the CDCP, you must meet all 4 of the following requirements:
- You do not have access to any type of dental insurance or coverage, including through your employment benefits or a family member’s benefits, a professional or student organization, your pension benefits or a family member’s pension benefits, or coverage purchased by you or a family member or through a group plan from an insurance or benefits company,
- Your adjusted family net income is less than $90,000
- You are a Canadian resident for tax purposes
- You filed your tax return for the previous year
If you have dental coverage through government social programs, including through a provincial, territorial or federal government social program, you can still qualify for the CDCP. If you qualify, your coverage will be coordinated between the plans to ensure there are no duplications or gaps in coverage.
Facts about the CDCP
- The CDCP is a dental benefit administered by Health Canada. It is not a free dental program.
- Patients will still be required to make a co-payment (pay for a portion of their dental care under the CDCP) depending on their adjusted family net income. It is best to contact Health Canada to discuss your specific coverage.
- Patients may also have to pay costs that the CDCP does not cover
- Not all dental services are covered under the CDCP
- Before proceeding with treatment, it is important to understand your dental care costs.
Apply Online
To complete the application, you will need to provide the following information for each applicant and your spouse or common-law partner (if you have one):
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) (if available for children)
- Proof of Income
- Date of Birth
- Full name
- Home and mailing address
- List of dental coverage you have through government social programs (if any)
- You and your spouse or common-law partner (if applicable) must have filed your tax return for the previous year and received your Notice of Assessment
You are encouraged to apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan online at https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan. If you are unable to apply online, call 1-833-537-4342 to get your application started.
What Services are Covered
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help pay for a portion of the cost for a wide range of oral health services. Some services and additional treatments beyond established frequency limits will require preauthorization by the CDCP before treatment can be received. Examples of services that could be covered include:
- Diagnostic Services, including regular dental examinations and X-rays
- Preventive Services, including professional teeth cleaning (scaling), polishing, fluoride applications and dental sealants
- Restorative Services, including dental fillings
- Endodontic Services (treatment of teeth that are severely decayed, infected or broken) including root canal treatment
- Periodontal services (treatment of areas around the teeth including gums and bone), including deep scaling
- Prosthodontic Services (services that replace missing teeth), including complete and partial removable dentures
- Oral Surgery Services, including tooth extractions
- Anesthesia or Sedation Services
- Emergency Dental Care – urgent treatment to address dental infection, toothache, and other immediate dental health issues.
- Orthodontic Services
How Much will Be Covered
The CDCP will reimburse a portion of the cost of your treatment, but it may not pay the full amount. CDCP doesn't follow the Alberta Dental Fee Guide, so there may be an out-of-pocket portion. Our team is happy to look into your coverage before your appointment.
If you currently have dental insurance, you should not cancel it. You are still considered to have access to dental insurance if you choose to opt out of available benefits like these.
Heritage Dental Centre is Pleased to Accept CDCP Coverage
Our clinic is participating in the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). This means we accept all CDCP coverage, which makes it simpler for eligible patients to access the dental services they need.
If you have questions or concerns about the Canadian Dental Care Plan, we can walk you through how the plan works and whether you qualify. Good oral health matters, and we see the Canadian Dental Care Plan as an important way to help Canadians keep their teeth and gums healthy. Please call us at (403) 253-0277 and we will be happy to help.
You can contact a representative of the CDCP directly at 1-833-537-4342 (TTY:1-833-677-6262)
For more information about the Canadian Dental Care Plan, or to apply online, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan or call 1-833-537-4342.
Questions About the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
Call Heritage Dental Centre at (403) 253-0277 and we will be happy to help.
Book with Heritage Dental Centre
Six general dentists on Macleod Trail SE, open Saturdays, direct insurance billing and CDCP accepted.