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Toronto adults can apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan in May

Canadian adults living in Toronto won’t need to wait any longer to apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CCP). They are being phased in throughout May according to age. Adults between 18 and 64 will be able to apply for oral care coverage for the 2025 and 2026 year.

Once you are approved and have a start date for benefits, you can call Bentway Dental to schedule your dental care services. We are happy to discuss your co-payments and answer any other questions you have about using the CDCP.

It’s advised to enroll as soon as your eligibility period opens so you can be approved before the current coverage period ends on June 30, 2025, and the new period begins. That way you won’t be delayed in getting needed dental care services if you are approved.

How the CDCP Helps

The CDCP plan is a government program for lower-income Canadian residents to have access to affordable dental services. The plan benefits households with less than $90,000 a year in total household income, as well as single people, senior citizens, and children.
Specific populations were allowed to apply for the CDCP over the past year. Those who are eligible but haven’t enrolled can apply before May 1.

Those allowed in open enrollment before May 1 include:

You Must Renew

Canadian residents already receiving CDCP benefits must renew yearly to reaffirm financial status and need. You must renew to continue to receive CDCP benefits in the 2025 to 2026 coverage period. It’s best to renew now. Renewing before June 1 ensures there won’t be a lapse in coverage.

The Long-term Benefits of Using the CDCP for Bentway Dental Services

Affordable Oral Health Care

Using the CDCP for oral health care at Bentway Dental helps families maintain oral health at rates they can afford. This helps ensure a higher quality of life and long-term physical health because oral health is directly associated with overall health.

Long-term Relationship with Dentist

The government plan allows children, adults, and seniors to maintain consistent dental care with a health care provider like Bentway Dental over years rather than changing providers regularly. It allows us at Bentway Dental to get to know your family and their oral health care needs because we are providing care over their lives. This allows for more trust and personal connection between us and every member of your family.

CDCP Eligibility Requirements

You must qualify to use the CDCP at Bentway Dental. Eligibility requirements include:

Learn more about CDCP eligibility, go here. here.

Applying for the CDCP

You can apply online here. Apply when open enrollment begins for your age group.

Submit one application for your entire household, including every member who qualifies.

Those renewing their coverage should apply here before June 1.

Booking Your Appointment with Bentway Dental

Once you apply for the CDCP, you will need to wait for a start date before you can book an appointment. The CDCP doesn’t take effect immediately upon application. You will receive a benefit start date in a welcome letter from Sun Life, which manages the plan. Your start date is set after your application is received, approved, and enrollment completed.

All dental services and appointments must be booked after the benefit start date.

Bentway Dental Accepts the CDCP

Not every oral health care provider included the CDCP as an option. You will need to confirm your provider accepts the plan before you agree to oral health care services. Bentway Dental accepts the plan and can provide all services offered within the plan.

Here is a list of CDCP providers.
Do you want to know more about co-payments, start dates, or preparing for a dental visit under the CDCP? You can go here.

Preauthorization and Benefits

Health care providers have protocols for working with the CDCP and pre authorizing services and procedures.

Learn more about preauthorization and provider procedures

Oral health provider procedures

FAQs About the Canadian Dental Care Plan

What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is one of the programs the Government of Canada has offered to residents to help make the cost of oral health care services lower, and help residents access oral health care services more easily.

Who is eligible for the CDCP?

Typically, a resident’s CDCP eligibility is determined by net household income, and if the household members have dental insurance, or other forms of dental coverage.

How can I apply for the CDCP?

CDCP applications can usually be completed online. Applicants are required to provide personal information, income information, and proof of eligibility through tax returns.

Do I need to renew my CDCP coverage?

Yes, CDCP coverage must be renewed annually to allow for the documentation of ongoing eligibility and to prevent any interruptions in dental coverage.

What services are covered under the CDCP?

The CDCP seeks to finance various and integrated services in oral dentistry, incorporating, preventive dentistry, restorative dentistry, and general dentistry.

What information is required for the application?

You may be asked to provide full names, birthdates, Social Insurance Numbers (SINs) and household income for the application.

Can an entire household apply together for the CDCP?

Combining applications for all eligible household members promotes efficiency and expedites the approval process.

How can I see the status of my application for the CDCP?

In most cases, individuals can monitor the status of their CDCP application through the internet, using a client number or application code and their Social Insurance Number (SIN).