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Landmark Dental Care · Truro, Nova Scotia
Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) in Truro.
Clear information for patients exploring CDCP dental care, from eligibility and coverage to what to ask before booking.
CDCP
Coverage is based on the Government of Canada plan rules, your eligibility, the service provided and CDCP-established fees.
Understanding the plan
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
The Canadian Dental Care Plan helps make oral health care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. It is administered by the Government of Canada through Service Canada and Sun Life.
CDCP coverage is not the same as free dental care or private dental insurance. The plan may pay a portion of eligible services at CDCP-established fees. Co-payments, additional clinic charges, service limits and preauthorization requirements may apply.
Read the current official CDCP information ↗Eligibility checklist
Who may qualify for CDCP?
The Government of Canada says applicants must meet all four requirements below. Rules can change, so confirm your eligibility at Canada.ca before applying.
Required tax returns filed
You and your spouse or common-law partner, if applicable, must have filed the required Canadian tax returns.
Adjusted family net income below $90,000
Your adjusted family net income must be less than $90,000 under the program’s calculation.
Canadian resident for tax purposes
You must meet the program’s Canadian residency requirement.
Before your visit
Prepare for a CDCP appointment in Truro.
Confirm your enrolment
Check your welcome package or renewal information for your member details, coverage start date and co-payment level.
Contact the office first
Tell our team that you plan to use CDCP coverage. We can confirm current participation, availability and the information needed for your appointment.
Bring your information
Bring your member information or letter, government identification, medication list and relevant health history.
Review costs before treatment
Ask what the CDCP is expected to cover and what you may need to pay. An estimate or preauthorization does not guarantee final coverage.
Coverage and costs
What CDCP coverage may include.
Depending on the plan rules, clinical need, frequency limits and any preauthorization, eligible services may include:
Exams and preventionExaminations, some X-rays, cleanings, fluoride and sealants.
Restorative careSome fillings, pain control and selected restorative services.
Gum and root careSome endodontic and periodontal services when plan criteria are met.
Dentures and oral surgerySelected removable prosthodontic and oral surgery services.
Important: Not every service is covered, and some services require preauthorization. Ask Landmark Dental Care about expected costs before proceeding.
Read the current CDCP Dental Benefits Guide ↗Common questions
CDCP questions from Truro patients.
Does Landmark Dental Care accept CDCP patients?
Please contact Landmark Dental Care before booking so our team can confirm current CDCP participation, appointment availability and billing arrangements for your situation.
Is dental care free under the CDCP?
No. The CDCP is not automatically free dental care. Depending on your adjusted family net income, the plan may cover part of eligible costs at CDCP-established fees, and you may have a co-payment or other amount to pay.
Who may qualify for the CDCP?
You generally need no access to private dental insurance or coverage, filed the required Canadian tax return, an adjusted family net income below $90,000, and Canadian residency for tax purposes. Confirm the current rules through the Government of Canada.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring your CDCP member information or enrolment letter, coverage start date, co-payment level, government identification, medication list and relevant health information.
Are all dental services covered?
No. Coverage depends on the service, clinical criteria, frequency limits, plan rules and, for some services, preauthorization. Ask about expected coverage and your portion before treatment begins.
Landmark Dental Care
Have questions about using CDCP?
Contact our Truro office before booking so we can discuss your appointment and the information needed for your visit.
125 Queen St, Truro, NS B2N 2B4
902-893-2919 · reception@landmarkdentalcare.ca