If you are one of the thousands of Edmontonians who have successfully signed up for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, congratulations! You have taken a monumental step toward securing your health. But once you have that Sun Life card in your wallet, the next natural question is: “What will happen when I actually sit in the dental chair?”
Below, we share an easy-to-understand guide on CDCP benefits and how the plan can help you maintain a healthy smile.
The Ultimate Focus on Core Preventive Care
The primary goal of the CDCP is to stop dental problems before they become costly and complicated. Because of this, the plan places a massive amount of support behind everyday preventive dentistry. When you visit our office, your plan helps cover essential care, including routine dental cleanings (scaling and polishing), detailed diagnostic examinations, low-radiation digital X-rays, and protective sealant and fluoride applications.
Extensive Restorative Solutions When Repairs Are Needed
Beyond just cleanings, the federal plan understands that life happens, and older teeth often require structural reinforcement. The CDCP covers a wide array of everyday restorative procedures to fix active issues. Common restorative services that are covered include:
- Standard dental fillings to repair cavities
- Root canal treatment to address nerve pain
- Surgical tooth removal
- Partial or full dentures to renew chewing power
Preauthorization for Complex Work
More advanced treatments, like specialized single-unit crowns or complex denture updates, require an extra step called preauthorization. Our clinical team will submit a detailed digital treatment plan, along with X-rays and structural notes, to the government for approval before starting any work.
Use Your Benefits with Our CDCP Dentist in Edmonton
As an approved, fully participating CDCP dentist, our team at Harvest Pointe Dental is here to help you make the most of your plan. We handle all the digital paperwork, insurance submittals, and benefit tracking behind the scenes.
If you haven’t applied for your benefits yet, you can do so instantly by visiting the official Government of Canada CDCP Application Page. As soon as your active start date is confirmed by Sun Life, schedule an appointment with our CDCP dental practice in Edmonton.
