A doctor performs a tooth extraction for a patient, who is eligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, at a dental clinic in Ottawa on Aug. 7, 2024. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang
Health Canada says that about 70,000 people were either erroneously approved for the federal dental care plan or placed in an incorrect co-payment level.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) was initially introduced for seniors in December 2023, and was expanded in phases to include children and those with disabilities. In May, the government expanded it to include all Canadian households with an income under $90,000 who do not have private insurance.
