: Additional coverage for those with disabilities or medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, HIV/AIDS, or radiation treatment) that severely impact oral health [9.7, 14].
| Program | Target Population | Coverage Level | |---------|------------------|----------------| | ODSP Dental | Disabled adults (18–64) | Basic only; no root canals, crowns, orthodontics | | Ontario Seniors Dental Care (65+) | Low-income seniors | More comprehensive (endodontics, periodontics, major restorations) | | Healthy Smiles Ontario | Children/youth (0–17) | Full preventive, restorative, emergency, orthodontic referral | | Ontario Works (OW) Dental | Social assistance (non-disabled) | Similar to ODSP but slightly more preventive frequency | odsp dental
: Cosmetic procedures (teeth whitening, veneers), dental implants (unless in rare medically necessary cases), and orthodontics (braces) are typically excluded [10, 14, 23]. 💳 How to Access Your Benefits : Additional coverage for those with disabilities or
for the Dental Special Care Plan.