MAKING ORAL HEALTH MORE ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL CANADIANS
Oral health care is essential for health. In fact, the health of your mouth has a significant impact on your overall well-being. Even so, many of us aren’t getting the professional care we need. A recent oral health survey by Statistics Canada found that 24 per cent of Canadians avoided visiting an oral health professional because of the cost.
- Preventive oral care is also a savings. Regular appointments with a dental hygienist don’t just help your smile look nicer. They also help prevent diseases, like periodontitis, that can require more expensive treatments and increase your risk for other conditions, including diabetes. A dental hygienist can monitor your mouth for early warning signs of problems, helping you catch and deal with them before they become more costly.
- More Canadians are eligible for affordable oral health care. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is giving millions of people access to essential preventive care. To be eligible for coverage under the plan, your annual household income must be less than $90,000, you must be a Canadian citizen for tax purposes, and you and your partner must have filed your tax return here in the past year. You also can’t have access to private dental insurance or coverage from a source such as a pension, employment benefits or a student organization.
Through programs like the CDCP, eligible Canadians can better protect their oral health, which helps their overall health. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply at dentalhygienecanada.ca/cdcp
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2026-05-08T08:06:30Z
