Seniors Dental Program
York Region, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Health, provides dental services through the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) for eligible Ontario residents. Our Seniors Dental Clinics operate at five locations across York Region and are available by appointment for clients enrolled in the program.
The OSDCP covers services such as:
- Oral hygiene instruction (brushing, flossing, denture care)
- Nutrition counselling related to oral health
- Fluoride varnish application
- Examinations
- Preventive services
- Restorative services (e.g., fillings) to repair broken teeth and cavities
- Radiographs or x-rays
How to Enroll
Visit ontario.ca/SeniorsDental to apply for the OSDCP.
Contact York Region for Support
Please call York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653 or dial 711 with a TTY device if you require:
- Information about eligibility, enrollment and booking an appointment
- Assistance with your enrollment form for the OSDCP
- A paper copy of the form
Eligibility
You can apply for the OSDCP if you:
- are 65 years of age or older
- are a resident of Ontario
- meet the income requirements:
- 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
- have no other form of dental benefits, apart from the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), including private insurance or dental coverage under another government program such as Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program or Non-Insured Health Benefits
After Enrollment
Once enrolled, eligible seniors will be connected with a member of our Seniors Dental Team to schedule a New Patient Exam and access comprehensive dental services.
This differs from the Canadian dental program (CDCP) which clients can also be enrolled in at the same time as the Ontario one. CDCP and OSDCP have different eligibilities costs.
Comparing OSDCP and CDCP
| OSDCP | CDCP | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Free dental services for eligible seniors 65+ years old in Ontario | Dental coverage for eligible Canadians of all ages |
| Eligibility |
| Household net income of under $90,000 |
| Cost | Free routine dental care Dental prosthetics, including dentures, will be partially covered | May require a co-pay |
| Emergency Services | Eligible clients may access emergency services while waiting for approval* | Approval for the program required before accessing any services |
| Where to Access Services | Local Public Health Unit | Participating private dental offices |
| More Information | Visit york.ca/SeniorsDental | Visit Canada.ca/Dental |
*Eligible clients will be screened by a dental professional for emergency criteria.
Related Resources
- Canadian Dental Care Plan
- Advice for Caregivers – Denture Care
- Denture Care
- Low Cost Dental Services
- Healthy Smiles for Healthy Aging and Healthy Eating
- Eating Well - When It's Hard to Chew
Clinic Locations
York Region is currently operating Seniors Dental clinics out of five locations for clients enrolled in the Ontario Senior Dental Care Program (OSDCP):
- 4261 Highway 7 East - Markham
- 17150 Yonge Street - Newmarket
50 High Tech Road - Richmond Hill
20849 Dalton Road - Sutton
- 9060 Jane Street - Vaughan
