Does CDCP cover dentures? Yes.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan covers complete and partial dentures, relines and repairs for eligible patients. We check your coverage, bill the plan directly, and explain any copay in writing first. Complete & partial dentures, relines and repairs covered for eligible patients. We bill CDCP directly.
How to apply through Service CanadaCDCP & most major Canadian insurers accepted
The Canadian Dental Care Plan, in plain terms
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a federal program that helps eligible Canadian residents without private dental insurance pay for dental care — including dentures. As of 2026 it is open to all eligible Canadians regardless of age. For denture patients, it has changed the question from “can I afford this?” to “let’s check what you’re covered for” — which is exactly where we start every consultation.
Who qualifies for CDCP
Closer to Lanark County? See CDCP at our Perth clinic or CDCP in Carleton Place.
Four things determine eligibility. If all four are true, you can likely use CDCP toward your dentures — and the quickest way to be sure is the eligibility check below.
65 or older? Ontario also runs a separate provincial program — see how the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program compares with CDCP.
Canadian resident for tax purposes
You file taxes in Canada and are a resident here for tax purposes.
Filed your latest tax return
You — and your spouse or common-law partner, if applicable — filed last year’s return.
Adjusted family net income under $90,000
The amount CDCP reimburses steps down as income rises (see the table below).
No access to private dental insurance
CDCP is a coverage of last resort — it can’t be combined with employer, pension or spousal plans.
See if you’re likely eligible — one question at a time
Five quick questions, about a minute. No email, no login, nothing saved — you’ll see your likely eligibility and coverage tier, then how to apply.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (613) 909-7979 or book a consultation and we’ll check your coverage with you.
How much will the plan pay?
Good news first: for most eligible patients, CDCP covers the large majority of the cost — your share simply depends on your family income. Here’s how the brackets break down, using the same tiers as the checker above.
Program details current as of July 2026 — CDCP rules can change, so always confirm on the official Government of Canada page.
| Adjusted family net income | CDCP covers | Your share |
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| Under $70,000 | 100% | Only the small fee-guide difference* |
| $70,000 – $79,999 | 60% | 40% of the fee, plus the small difference* |
| $80,000 – $89,999 | 40% | 60% of the fee, plus the small difference* |
| $90,000 and above | Not eligible | CDCP doesn’t apply — ask us about the most affordable path. |
*CDCP reimburses against its own fee guide, which sits slightly below the standard fee guide we bill — that small difference is your share, and every amount is shown to you in writing before any treatment starts.
Applying for CDCP — three steps with Service Canada
Applications are handled by the Government of Canada, not our clinic. It takes about 10–15 minutes online, or you can apply by phone. Once you’re approved, Sun Life mails you a CDCP member card — then you’re ready to book.
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Confirm you qualify
Use the eligibility check above, or review the four criteria on Canada.ca. You’ll need your Social Insurance Number and last year’s tax details.
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Apply online or by phone
Apply through Service Canada. You’ll get a confirmation and, once approved, a Sun Life CDCP member card by mail with your start date.
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Book with us & bring your card
Once your coverage is active, book a denture consultation — no referral needed. We confirm your tier and bill CDCP directly.
What Service Canada will ask you for
This is for the government application only — our clinic never asks for your SIN or tax details.
- Social Insurance Number — for each person applying
- Last year’s tax return — your adjusted family net income comes from it
- Date of birth & home address — for everyone on the application
- After approval: Sun Life welcome letter — includes your CDCP member card; bring the card to your first visit
Opens the official Government of Canada CDCP site in a new tab. We don’t collect or submit your application — we just help you use the coverage once you’re approved.
What the CDCP helps cover
The Canadian Dental Care Plan covers a broad range of dental care — not just dentures. Here’s what it helps pay for. We confirm your exact coverage and any copay in writing before treatment begins.
Complete dentures
Upper, lower, or complete sets to replace an arch of missing teeth.
Partial dentures
Metal-framework or flexible partials to replace several missing teeth.
Relines & repairs
Refitting a loose denture or fixing a cracked one — relines are covered on a yearly basis.
Tooth extractions
Removing teeth that can’t be saved — often the first step before new dentures.
Fillings & restorations
Repairing teeth affected by decay or damage.
Exams, cleanings & X-rays
Routine check-ups, scaling, and diagnostic imaging.
At Smile Denture, our licensed denturists provide the denture treatment and tooth extractions in our Ottawa clinic. Fillings, cleanings, and other general dental care are covered through your dentist — we’ll happily point you in the right direction.
From coverage check to new dentures
We handle the CDCP side so you don’t have to decode it. Here’s the path from your first call to finished dentures.
Check coverage
Use the eligibility check or call us. We confirm your CDCP tier and what your dentures are likely to cost you.
Consultation
A licensed denturist examines your needs and recommends the right denture — no referral required.
Written estimate
You get the plan in writing, with CDCP billing codes and any out-of-pocket amount, before anything begins.
Treatment & direct billing
Our denturists and on-site lab make your dentures, and we bill CDCP directly — you settle only any remaining portion.
Hurt at work? WSIB may cover your dentures
If your tooth loss or denture damage came from a workplace injury, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) may cover your denture treatment — separately from CDCP. Here’s how it works.
A simple repair or reline can often go ahead without prior authorization; replacements need WSIB approval. The details are in the common questions below — and we handle the WSIB paperwork with you.
Not sure which coverage applies to you? We’ll help you sort out CDCP, WSIB or private insurance at your consultation.
Common questions about CDCP & dentures
If you don’t see your question here, ask Smiley or bring it to your consultation.
Can’t find your question?
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Yes. CDCP covers complete dentures, partial dentures, and denture relines and repairs for eligible patients. Dental implants themselves aren’t covered by CDCP. We’re a participating provider and bill the plan directly.
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You must be a Canadian resident for tax purposes, have filed your latest tax return (and your spouse, if applicable), have an adjusted family net income under $90,000, and not have access to private dental insurance. As of 2026 the plan is open to all eligible ages.
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Applications are handled by the Government of Canada, not the clinic. You can apply online at Canada.ca or by phone at 1-833-537-3537. Once approved, Sun Life mails you a CDCP member card — bring that member ID to your consultation.
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It depends on income: under $70,000 reimburses 100% of eligible fees, $70,000–$79,999 reimburses 60%, and $80,000–$89,999 reimburses 40%. CDCP pays against its own established amounts, so there can still be a small difference — we show any out-of-pocket cost in writing first.
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We bill CDCP directly for eligible treatment, so in most cases you pay only any remaining portion at your visit rather than paying in full and waiting for reimbursement.
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No — CDCP is a coverage of last resort and can’t be combined with private insurance through work, a pension or a spouse. If you have private coverage, we’ll coordinate billing with that plan instead.
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No referral is needed. Once your CDCP coverage is active, you can book a consultation directly with a licensed denturist at any of our clinics.
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WSIB is Ontario’s workplace insurance. It provides a range of benefits to injured workers, which can include payments for lost earnings and coverage for health-care costs related to a workplace injury.
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If a workplace injury caused your tooth loss or damage, WSIB will most likely cover your denture treatment. It does not cover restorative work for cosmetic reasons alone, and it assesses whether the loss or damage was pre-existing — the amount of coverage depends on that assessment. WSIB authorizes services in advance, except for emergencies.
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WSIB pays for necessary dental services according to an approved fee schedule, when they’re required as a direct result of a work-related injury or disease.
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If you broke an existing denture in a work-related accident, WSIB limits restoration to the denture’s pre-accident fit and durability. A simple repair or reline can usually be done without prior authorization; a full replacement needs WSIB approval, and entitlement is limited to the average cost of restoring the denture.
Find out what you’re covered for
Check your likely CDCP coverage in five questions, ask Smiley, or call and we’ll walk you through it and book your denture consultation.