Canadian Dental Care Plan

• Most Canadian youth visit dentists, but lack of insurance a barrier

  According to a report released Wednesday, there were 89.6 per cent of Canadian children and youth aged five to 17 in 2019 who visited a dental professional within 12 months.

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• Dentists hesitant to sign up for federal dental plan; seniors advised to look at all options

  The Alberta Dental Association said dentists need further clarity on the new Canadian Dental Care Plan before they sign up to treat patients.

  Canada

  Apr 14
  
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• Head of Manitoba Dental Association raises concerns about federal dental care plan

  The president of the Manitoba Dental Association believes the Canadian Dental Care Plan is great in theory, but that its design is flawed.

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  Apr 5
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• ‘More barriers’: Dentists raising questions on federal dental plan

  The Alberta Dental Association believes when the plan is operational, it could create more red tape and if not all dentists participate, it may be harder for patients to find care.

  Health

  Mar 29
• Can you apply for Canada’s dental plan? Eligibility rules get update

  Canadians with dental insurance coverage are ineligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, but depending on your current plan there may be a way to be eligible.

  Health

  Mar 6
• Federal dental insurance plan details unveiled. What to know

  The federal plan offers dental care benefits directly to Canadian residents who are uninsured with a household income under $90,000.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2023
• Canada’s dental care plan: Experts urge feds to provide timeline, more details

  Despite the over $5 billion set aside by the government, a parliamentary budget officer has estimated the plan to cost nearly double that at $9 billion.

  Health

  Aug 18, 2022