College Street Dental accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Discover the advantages of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
The CDCP helps make dental care more affordable and easier to access for eligible Canadians. At College Street Dental, our team is here to help you understand the CDCP coverage and make the most out of it.
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
The CDCP is a government dental program designed to help make the cost of dental care more affordable for Canadian residents without dental benefits and have a household income of less than $90,000.
The program provides coverage for a range of dental services including:
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Dental examination and x-rays
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Teeth cleaning
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Fillings
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Root canal therapy
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Removal of teeth
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Crowns (requires preauthorization)
Who is eligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
In order to qualify for the CDCP, you must fulfill the following criteria:
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You are a Canadian resident
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You have filed your income tax return for the previous year
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You do not have dental insurance
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Your family income is less than $90,000
Note: If you have dental coverage through a government social program such as Health Smiles Ontario (HSO) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), you can still qualify for the CDCP. To retain eligibility, CDCP members are required to re-enroll for the program annually.
How much does the Canadian Dental Care Plan cover?
NET FAMILY INCOME
< $70,000
CDCP COVERAGE AMOUNT
100%
PATIENT PAYS
0%
NET FAMILY INCOME
$70,000 - $79,999
CDCP COVERAGE AMOUNT
60%
PATIENT PAYS
40%
NET FAMILY INCOME
$80,000 - $89,9999
CDCP COVERAGE AMOUNT
40%
PATIENT PAYS
60%
Note: The CDCP does not cover all dental services. Co-payment by the patient varies depending on the
level of coverage.
Applying for the (CDCP)
Canadian Dental Care Plan
Submit an application:
Apply through the online CDCP portal. CDCP LINK
Approval time:
It takes around three months for the approval process. Patients who qualify for the CDCP will receive a welcome package from Sun Life, which includes a member card and the start date for when their dental services will be covered.
Call us today to get started!
​Our team is here to help you go over your CDCP coverage and make the most of the benefits included in the plan. Connect with one of our friendly team members and take the first step towards better oral health.