Dental Care For Your Family
If you are looking for a dentist that fits the oral health needs of your family, it can be helpful to know exactly what those needs are. Our Brantford dentists are here to explain what they are.
Dental Care for Children
The dentists at our Brantford practice offer dental services for children that may help them keep their smiles healthy for life.
Your child’s dental visit may be covered by the Canada Dental Benefit (CDB).
Services for Children
Children are special to us. Today, kids can grow up with pleasant memories of the dentist thanks to successful preventive care and techniques in children's dental services.
A child’s first dental visit is critical to developing the right dental attitude.We believe that regular visits to the dentist are an important part of a child’s dental health program – and they should be fun, too!
We take a long-term perspective to dental care and look forward to serving your entire family for many years to come. As your family’s needs change, we can provide or recommend the best care available.
When should you bring your child in?
We like to see little ones at about age three, unless obvious signs of tooth decay or other dental problems are noticed. After their first appointment, we recommend seeing them once every six months.
What happens at your child's first visit?
The first visit is usually a preliminary assessment and an opportunity to get acquainted. We vary our approach to any needed treatment based on the child’s age, personality and abilities. With regular dental care, children can grow up to be healthy and wonderfully well-adjusted dental patients.
Canada Dental Benefit for children under 12
Starting in December 2022, eligible families that do not have dental insurance can receive up to $650 per child to cover dental expenses, depending on household income. Eligible services include oral surgery and diagnostic, preventative, restorative, endodontic, periodontal, prosthodontic, and orthodontic services.*
| Household Income | Maximum Annual Benefit per Child** |
|---|---|
| Under $70,000 | $650 |
| $70,000 to 79,999 | $390 |
| $80,000 to $89,000 | $260 |
You can apply for the benefit through the CRA. To find out if you are eligible, visit the Government of Canada website.
*Services are subject to change, as indicated by the government of Canada.
**Benefit coverage amount is subject to adjustment, as indicated by the government of Canada.
