Dentist

• Colorado dentist on trial, accused of killing wife with poisoned shakes

  James Craig is also accused of placing a hit on the lead investigator in the case from behind bars.

  Crime

  Jul 17
  
• Almost one-quarter of Canadians avoided the dentist over cost: StatCan

  Canadians say cost remains a significant barrier for them to access dental care, with some avoiding a dentist visit for as long as a year.

  Canada

  Feb 12
  
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• Canada’s dental plan has officially kicked in. Who is eligible?

  More than 1,200 seniors have already visited a dentist and had their claims processed by the federal government's new dental care plan, the Liberals announced Wednesday.

  Health

  May 2, 2024
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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, 2024
• ‘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, 2024
• Dentist sued for performing 4 root canals, 8 crowns, 20 fillings in one day

  Patient Kathleen Wilson says the 32 procedures done in one visit resulted in pain and suffering, as well as emotional distress and disfigurement.

  Trending

  Dec 29, 2023
• Calgary police charge dentist with insurance fraud

  Calgary police have charged a woman with submitting multiple fraudulent dental insurance claims worth nearly $100,000.

  Crime

  Nov 23, 2023
• Cost, lack of insurance keeping Canadians from seeing the dentist: StatCan

  More than one-third of Canadians reported not having any dental insurance effectively making it difficult for them to get the care they need.

  Canada

  Nov 6, 2023
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• Dentists decry being left in the dark about federal dental insurance plan

  Canadian dental associations say they want more details about Ottawa's plan to provide dental insurance while preserving existing private and public care.

  Health

  Oct 27, 2023
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• Wheelchair-accessible dental clinic opens in Nova Scotia

  A dentist in Dartmouth has opened what advocates are calling the first wheelchair-accessible dental clinic in Nova Scotia.

  Health

  Oct 9, 2023