Your alternatives
- Private dental insurance — worth comparing if you're just over the income limit or recently lost coverage.
- Dental discount / membership plans — flat annual fee for reduced rates, no claims.
- Dental financing — pay-over-time options for crowns, implants, or orthodontics.
- Provincial / territorial programs — many provinces run targeted dental programs for low-income residents, kids, or seniors that are separate from the CDCP.
You can still get care now
Not qualifying for the CDCP doesn't change the fact that you need a dentist. Tell us your city and we'll connect you with practices accepting new patients, plus point you to the option that fits your situation.