At King George Dental Centre, we are committed to providing our patients with the best possible dental care. We are excited to announce that we are accepting the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) in Surrey, BC, a new initiative by the Government of Canada designed to make dental care more accessible and affordable for those in need.
Who Qualifies for the CDCP?
To be eligible for the CDCP, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Canadian resident for tax purposes.
- Filed an income tax return for the previous year.
- Do not have dental insurance through a private or pension plan or with an employer.
- Have a net family income of less than $90,000 annually.
The application process is phased, beginning with seniors. Children under 18 and those with disabilities can apply starting June 2024, with all other Canadian residents eligible to apply from 2025. Learn more about the CDCP
How Can People Apply?
If you are a senior (age 65 or older), you should have been received a letter with instructions and an application code. Applications can be made over the phone. If you haven’t received a letter, ensure your address on your 2022 tax filing is current and update it with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) if necessary. Applications can also be submitted online through this link.
Receiving Confirmation of Enrolment
After applying, Health Canada will confirm eligibility and share information with SunLife, which will send a welcome package within three months, including:
- The start date of your coverage
- Your membership card
- Information about the CDCP
Annual reassessment is required to maintain eligibility.
The CDCP offers three levels of coverage based on adjusted family net income.
*Providers may charge provincial fee guide rather than the CDCP fees. To improve and maintain the oral health of our valued patients, at King George Dental Centre, we honour the CDCP fee guide for all preventive treatments including cleaning, polishing, regular recall examinations, Xrays, fillings, extractions and emergency examinations. Patients are responsible for paying the difference between the CDCP and provincial fee guide for more complicated procedures like root canal treatments, crowns and dentures.
Covered and Non-Covered Services
The CDCP covers various dental services aimed at preventing and treating oral diseases, such as diagnostic services, dental X-rays, preventive services, periodontal services, restorative services, endodontic services, prosthodontic services, sedation dentistry, and oral surgery services.Some more complicated services requiring approval(pre-authorization) from the insurance company will not be offered until November 2024.Services requiring pre-authorization include crowns, retreatment of root canaled teeth, removable partial dentures and braces.
However, certain services are not covered, including cosmetic treatments like composite resin or porcelain veneers, three-quarter crowns, teeth whitening, and dental implants. For a complete list of covered and non-covered services, please visit the Government of Canada website.
Here is the detailed timeline for eligible groups:
Contact Us
For more information, please visit our clinic or contact us directly. Our friendly staff at King George Dental Centre is ready to assist and answer any questions you may have. If you’re searching for a CDCP dentist near you, King George Dental Centre in Surrey, BC is here to help.
Our dentists Surrey, BC are proud to support the Canadian Dental Care Plan and look forward to serving you with the care and compassion you deserve. Together, we can achieve better oral health for all.