A Canadian Dental Care Plan is an essential service designed to help individuals and families maintain optimal oral health at affordable costs. With rising dental expenses, having a care plan can significantly reduce the financial burden of regular dental visits, treatments, and procedures. Whether you require basic dental care like cleanings and checkups or more advanced treatments such as root canals and crowns, a dental care plan ensures that you receive the
At Enhance Dental Centre, we offer a comprehensive range of dental services, all tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients. Our Dental Care Plan can help you reduce out-of-pocket expenses for dental procedures, making it easier for you and your family to maintain your dental health.
CDCP considerably reduces the cost barriers to receiving effective dental treatment. By covering a percentage of the costs of dental procedures, participants can lower their out-of-pocket expenses, making it simpler to prioritize dental health without the pressure of high prices.
The plan provides comprehensive dental coverage, including preventative care, routine check-ups, emergency services, and major dental surgeries. This comprehensive coverage guarantees that individuals get the care they need to maintain and improve their oral health.
The plan frequently provides options for family coverage, so enrolling in CDCP can benefit the entire family. This makes it a good solution for families wishing to manage their dental care costs collectively while also ensuring that all family members have access to critical dental services.
CDCP focuses on preventive care, urging members to have regular dental check-ups and cleanings. This proactive strategy helps in the early detection and treatment of oral health disorders, thereby avoiding more significant and costly problems .
Those with household incomes below $70,000 may qualify for the highest level of coverage, while households up to $89,999 may receive partial coverage. Visit Enhance Dental to receive help with financial planning.
To join the CDCP, individuals or families must enroll through an approved provider or employer program during set enrollment periods. More details are available on this website
CDCP allows you to visit any licensed dentist including us at Enhance Dental Centre. During your appointment, please display your CDCP card. We will submit the claim straight to the plan provider.
Following dental treatment, the claim is processed by the terms of the participant’s plan. Most plans cover a considerable portion of the cost of approved treatments, with the participant liable for any co-payments or deductibles at the time of the appointment.
Participants can access an online portal to check their benefits, track claims, and change personal information. The CDCP provider will regularly communicate with participants about any plan changes or extra benefits.
Looking to make dental care more affordable and accessible in Enhance Dental Centre? The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is designed to help eligible Canadians receive essential oral health care without financial strain. At Enhance Dental Centre, we are proud to support this national initiative and help our patients access the dental services they deserve.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan is a government-funded program that provides financial assistance for dental services to eligible individuals and families who do not have access to private dental insurance. The plan covers a wide range of preventive and restorative treatments, ensuring your oral health is maintained without breaking the bank.
Enhance Dental Centre is a participating CDCP provider at 2219 West Broadway in Kitsilano. Below, we break down exactly who qualifies, what is covered, what you may still pay, and how to get the most from your coverage at our clinic.
CDCP is the federal Canadian Dental Care Plan for Canadian residents without dental insurance and with an adjusted family net income under 90,000 dollars. It covers preventive, diagnostic, restorative, endodontic, periodontal, prosthodontic and oral surgery care. Enhance Dental Centre in Kitsilano, Vancouver, bills the plan directly so you only pay any co-payment that applies to you.
CDCP is organized into service categories rather than a simple dollar allowance. Each category is paid according to the plan's own fee schedule, and the categories map closely to the everyday dentistry most patients need. Here is how they translate into the care we provide at our Kitsilano office:
| CDCP category | What it includes | Related service at Enhance Dental |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic | Exams, consultations, X-rays | Panoramic X-rays and digital imaging |
| Preventive | Scaling, polishing, fluoride, sealants | Hygiene visits and preventive cleanings |
| Restorative | Fillings, select crowns | Tooth-coloured fillings and restorative crowns |
| Endodontic | Root canal treatment | Root canal treatment (endodontics) |
| Periodontal | Deep cleaning, gum therapy | Periodontal (gum) treatment |
| Prosthodontic | Removable complete and partial dentures | Dentures |
| Oral surgery | Extractions, minor surgical care | Tooth extractions and oral surgery |
| Sedation | When clinically required | Available for complex or anxious-patient cases |
Some restorative and surgical cases benefit from advanced 3D diagnostics before treatment is planned. If your dentist recommends a CBCT scan, we will explain whether that imaging falls under your CDCP coverage or is billed separately, before you agree to it.
A common question in our Kitsilano office is "is CDCP really free?" The honest answer is that it depends on your household income.
| Adjusted family net income | Your estimated co-payment |
|---|---|
| Under 70,000 dollars | 0 percent of the CDCP fee |
| 70,000 to 79,999 dollars | Approximately 40 percent of the CDCP fee |
| 80,000 to 89,999 dollars | Approximately 60 percent of the CDCP fee |
On top of any co-payment, CDCP pays according to its own published fee schedule. If a treatment costs more under our regular fee guide than the CDCP rate, the difference may be charged to you directly. We review this with every CDCP patient before treatment starts, so there are never surprise charges at checkout.
CDCP is designed around essential oral health, not elective or cosmetic treatment. Services generally outside routine CDCP coverage include professional teeth whitening, porcelain and composite veneers, Invisalign clear aligners, and most dental implant procedures. If one of these is on your wish list, we can still build a plan that uses your CDCP coverage for the essential work and a separate, clearly priced plan for anything cosmetic or elective.
Many of our Kitsilano patients use CDCP as the foundation for essential care, then add other treatments as their budget allows. For example, CDCP may help cover a filling or extraction, while composite bonding or whitening is planned separately once the essential work is complete. If a tooth cannot be saved, we can discuss CDCP-eligible options like a denture alongside elective alternatives like a dental implant, so you understand the full range of choices and costs before deciding. Patients with more complex restorative needs can also read about our approach to full mouth reconstruction.
If you are dealing with sudden pain, swelling or a broken tooth, do not wait for paperwork. Our emergency dental office in Kitsilano can see urgent cases quickly, and your CDCP coverage can still apply to eligible emergency treatment once you are in the chair.
Finding a CDCP-participating dentist is only the first step. What matters next is how you are treated once you are in the chair. Our team at 2219 West Broadway takes time to explain your coverage in plain language, gives you a clear estimate before any treatment, and never pressures you into work that is not urgent. We see patients from Kitsilano, Point Grey, Fairview, Mount Pleasant and across Vancouver who want straightforward, honest CDCP care close to home.
All dental care at our clinic is provided according to the standards of the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a filling, or more involved restorative work, our team coordinates your CDCP-covered treatment with any additional services you choose, so your whole dental plan stays organized in one place. Learn more about our practice on the About Us page or browse our complete list of dental services in Kitsilano.
Yes. Enhance Dental Centre at 2219 West Broadway in Kitsilano, Vancouver, is a participating CDCP provider. Bring your CDCP member card or member number to your first visit so our team can verify your coverage before treatment begins.
You may qualify if you are a Canadian resident for tax purposes, you do not have access to dental insurance through an employer, a pension, a professional association or a family member's plan, your adjusted family net income is under 90,000 dollars, and you (and your spouse or common-law partner, if applicable) have filed your most recent tax return. The federal government determines eligibility, not the dental office.
It depends on your adjusted family net income. Families under 70,000 dollars typically pay no co-payment, those between 70,000 and 79,999 dollars pay about 40 percent of the CDCP fee, and those between 80,000 and 89,999 dollars pay about 60 percent. If our fee for a service is higher than the CDCP fee schedule, you may also be responsible for the difference, which we always disclose before treatment.
No. Cosmetic treatments such as veneers and teeth whitening are not covered, and orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign and most implant placements fall outside routine CDCP coverage. Our team can walk you through covered alternatives, such as a CDCP-eligible filling, extraction or removable denture, alongside any elective options.
Many everyday services, including exams, cleanings, X-rays and fillings, do not need preauthorization. Some services, such as certain crowns, additional scaling units or more complex restorative work, require the plan administrator's approval first. We submit these requests for you and keep you updated on the timeline.
Call 604-210-3603, email care@enhancedentalcentre.com, or use our online booking form. Let our front desk know you are a CDCP member so we can confirm your eligibility and co-payment level before your visit.
We will tell you clearly which parts of your treatment plan are covered and which are not, along with an estimated cost, before any work begins. Many patients combine CDCP coverage for their essential care with a separate plan for elective services like whitening, veneers or Invisalign.
Enhance Dental Centre welcomes CDCP patients at 2219 West Broadway, Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC V6K 2E4. Bring your member number, and we will handle the coverage check and direct billing for you.
