Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program
The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) is a provincial program that provides dental care to those who are eligible. For more information about where to access services, contact the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. To be eligible you must:
- be an Ontario resident aged 65 and over
- have an annual net income of $25,000 or less for a single senior
- a combined annual net income of $41,500 or less for a couple
- not have dental benefits
Eligibility for the OSDCP is assessed by the Ministry of Finance based on information obtained for Line 236 (net income) of the individual tax return form. A dental card will be mailed to the applicant once the application is approved.
There are three ways to apply to the program:
The health unit provides services to eligible seniors by appointment. Dental care is available at:
- 80 Bradford St. - Barrie
- 5 Pineridge Gate - Gravenhurst
The following services are available:
- Examinations
- X-rays
- Preventive care (cleanings, fluoride)
- Restorations (fillings)
- Extractions (tooth removal)
- Root canals
- Dentures (through authorized denturists with a small co-pay)
Appointments may be limited.
For more information about the OSDCP, please call the Health Unit Dental Clinic at 705-721-7520, extension 8804 or 1-877-721-7520.
Canadian Dental Care Plan
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a publicly funded federal program that helps lower the cost of dental care for eligible Canadians. Seniors aged 65 and over without access to private dental insurance may be eligible.
Learn more about CDCP.
Seniors may be eligible to receive dental care under the ODSCP and CDCP. Individuals may enroll in both programs, but coordination of benefits is not supported. For continuity of care, it is recommended to use one dental provider.