April is National Oral Health Month in Canada, a time to highlight the vital role that oral health plays in our well-being and overall health.
A year ago, the Canadian Dental Care Plan expanded to all eligible Canadians. And since then, more Canadians across the country have been able to access the affordable dental care they need.
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced that more than 6.5 million Canadians are now covered under the plan, with more than 4 million already receiving the care they need.
The CDCP is helping Canadians and their families reduce expenses while accessing essential oral health care services. On average, CDCP members are saving $900 per year on their services. For many, this was their first visit to an oral health provider for the first time in years.
This latest milestone has been made possible through strong collaboration with oral health providers and their teams across the country, whose participation is improving access to care and outcomes for Canadians.
