Cowan Heights Dental Centre’s CDCP in St. John’s
Maintaining good oral health is crucial for your overall health and well-being. Regular visits to a dental professional can lower the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and other serious health issues like cardiovascular disease and stroke. However, a third of Canadians lack dental insurance; in 2022, one in four Canadians reported avoiding dental care due to cost. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) aims to reduce financial barriers by providing access to oral health care for Canadian residents with a family net income below $90,000 who do not have dental insurance.
Cowan Heights Dental is proud to be a provider under the CDCP. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare.
To qualify for the CDCP, you must meet all eligible requirements. More information is available on the Canadian government website at
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan/qualify.html
The application process is easy and can be completed on the Government of Canada website
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan/apply.html
The Phases of CDCP
The CDCP is being rolled out in phases. The phases are listed below.
Group | Application Open |
|---|---|
Seniors aged 87 and above
| December 2023
|
Seniors aged 77 to 86 years
| January 2024
|
Seniors aged 72 to 76 years
| February 2024
|
Seniors aged 70 to 71 years
| March 2024
|
Seniors aged 65 to 69 years
| May 2024
|
Adults aged 18 to 64 with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate
| June 2024
|
Children under 18 years
| June 2024
|
All remaining Canadian residents
| Starting 2025
|
Our office will bill Sunlife directly for payment. However, there will be a co-pay after each appointment. Our team will gladly help you to determine the cost of each appointment.
For more information, visit Canada.ca/dental or call 1-833-537-4342 using option 1.