While Canada’s dental benefit program has been helping families across the country, dental schools are growing concerned about their lack of patients. Northeast Now recently reported that Dr. Walter Siquira from University of Saskatchewan College of Dentistry has shared that those taking advantage of the benefit seem to be going to private offices rather than … Read more
Health Canada has announced that the Canada Dental Benefit has now reached the milestone of helping 300,000 children have healthier smiles. Children must have received dental care during the first benefit period, which is October 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023, to be eligible for the benefit. The second benefit period will begin July 1, … Read more
The Western Standard has reported that the department of health has concerns that as the Canadian Dental Benefit program expands, employers currently offering private dental coverage may stop and transfer the expense to taxpayers in order to save money. The government is not able to force companies to continue to provide employer-sponsored dental care. Lindy … Read more
The Canadian Society for Disability and Oral Health (CSDH) made a submission to Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos this Spring, pointing out multiple issues related to access to dental care for people with disabilities. According to CBC News, they pointed out “a lack of mandatory disability-specific training for dental professionals; physical accessibility barriers in clinics; fee structures for dentists that … Read more
The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board has found that the Treasury Board violated a section of the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Act by not agreeing to start negotiations for the renewal of a dental care plan with the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC). The federal government is appealing this ruling. PSAC filed a … Read more
Dentists, doctors and other private healthcare workers in Manitoba are considering making changes to the face mask policies. Shared Health has announced the end of the mandate for most provincial healthcare facilities, starting May 10. Masking policies may vary depending on the practice with the exception of visits to immunocompromised patients, such as to cancer … Read more
A new legal settlement has been reached that makes it easier for millions of low-income New Yorkers to access routine dental care. The New York Department of Health must life some of it’s restrictions for Medicaid recipients, which is expected to expand dental coverage for 5 million people. In the past, “A mouth with just … Read more
According to CTV News, a new report has shown that thousands of Canadians may not have received any help from the dental and housing benefits that were implemented last year to help with the rising cost of living. David Macdonald, senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, conducted an analysis that found that … Read more
Dentists in Manitoba can now offer services such as neuromodulators and dermal fillers, like Botox. While these procedures are typically known to get rid of wrinkles, the Manitoba Dental Association (MDA) is sharing the message that “there are non-cosmetic uses for the product as well,” according to Global News. These services can be helpful for treating … Read more
A number of Indigenous Canadians are planning for a future class action lawsuit against Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), organized by the Band Members Advocacy Alliance Association of Canada (BMAAAC). CTV News reports that the interest in the case is “substantial,” with a large volume of calls and emails made to BMAAAC. The lawsuit will focus … Read more
Following the 2023 budget announcement made by the federal government regarding the $13 billion in funding for the new dental care program, Quebec is planning to opt out. Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard said that since Quebec already has its own dental program, they do not want to participate in the new program. However, they wish … Read more
The new 2023 federal budget has been announced and Canadian dentists are applauding the increased funding of $13 billion over the next five years, starting in 2023-24. Last year, the temporary dental benefit was available for uninsured children under the age of 12, in households with an income less than $90,000. This year, the program … Read more
A Colorado dentist was arrested after being accused of poisoning his wife, resulting in a “complex and calculated murder,” reports NBC News. Dr. James Toliver was arrested days after driving his wife to the hospital due to complaints of headaches and dizziness. His wife’s condition quickly worsened, leading to her being placed on a ventilator … Read more
The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario revoked the licence of a Toronto dentist Amir Haydarian who was found guilty of professional misconduct after having sex with a patient and fathering a child. Haydarian’s certificate of registration was ordered to be revoked immediately. A reprimand was issued by the panel but will not be administered … Read more
According to CTV News, Jagmeet Singh has said the New Demoncrats are using their agreement with the Liberal government to push for more money toward dental coverage in the next federal budget. The additional dental coverage is expected to include teens, seniors and people living with disabilities in the national dental program. They are also … Read more
Nearly three years after dental services were suspended in the Northwest Territories due to the pandemic, some residents are continuing to struggle to get the dental care they desperately need. Dr. Chan Chin, a dentist with practising in Inuvik, said “they started getting back to those communities in September of 2022, and have been overwhelmed by … Read more
The Yukon government is expecting a $48.2-million surplus in 2023, promising a budget for health care, inflation relief and more. The territory’s new dental program is estimated to have $3.6 million spent on it to give uninsured residents up to $1,300 a year in benefits. “This year’s budget will make life more affordable for Yukoners. … Read more
On February 28, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) released a policy roadmap for the federal government, iterating the importance of preserving private dental insurance programs with the introduction of the new dental care program. The CDA is enforcing the need to not disrupt the current system many Canadians depend on by keeping the new program … Read more
On February 13, the Government of Canada announced that the interim Canada Dental Benefit has now helped over 200,000 children have a healthier mouth. The benefit has been providing parents and guardians with the financial support needed to take their children to an oral health professional. “The Government of Canada continues to work on a comprehensive, long-term Canada-wide … Read more
The Health Standards Organization (HSO) has updated the Long-Term Care Services standard, and the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased. “This standard, produced following extensive research and consultations with stakeholders including dental hygienists, upholds high-quality resident-centred care, promotes good governance, and aims to foster a healthy and competent workforce in long-term care (LTC) homes … Read more