CDCP Dentist in Downtown Vancouver
We accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and welcome new patients of all ages. Book a regular dental appointment at Coastal City Dunsmuir Dental Centre. We help check your benefits, explain your estimated costs and coordinate applicable BC assistance coverage.
The same appointment types and office fee schedule apply to all patients. We bill CDCP for eligible care; you pay the balance after CDCP and any applicable provincial benefit payments. There are no special appointment restrictions for CDCP patients.
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
The CDCP is a federal dental benefit for eligible Canadian residents. It helps with the cost of qualifying care; it does not necessarily cover your entire bill. Government eligibility decisions and plan coverage rules are separate from your dentist’s treatment recommendations.
How much will I pay with CDCP?
Your estimated balance is our treatment fee minus the payments available from CDCP and any applicable provincial dental benefits. We confirm active coverage and explain your anticipated portion before treatment. Your remaining balance is payable at your appointment, unless a payment arrangement has been agreed in advance.
Our office follows the 2026 BCDA general practitioner suggested fees where listed. Procedures marked Independent Consideration are estimated individually; applicable laboratory charges are separate. CDCP uses its own established fees, so its payment may be lower than our fee.
| Adjusted family net income | CDCP pays | Your co-payment |
|---|---|---|
| Below $70,000 | 100% | 0% |
| $70,000–$79,999 | 60% | 40% |
| $80,000–$89,999 | 40% | 60% |
These percentages apply to eligible CDCP established fees. Fee differences and non-covered services may be additional.
A simple illustration
Suppose our fee is $150 and the CDCP eligible fee is $120. With a 0% co-payment, CDCP would pay $120 and your balance would be $30. With a 40% co-payment, CDCP would pay $72 and your balance would be $78.
Illustration only—not a quote or a specific procedure. Assumes eligibility and no other limits. Applicable provincial payments could reduce the balance further.
For office fee examples, visit our BCDA Fee Guide page. For payment methods and interest-free plans, visit Financial Information.
Can CDCP work with BC assistance dental benefits?
Yes. Our team coordinates CDCP with applicable BC assistance programs. If you have both, the provincial benefits may help pay the amount remaining after CDCP. Depending on the procedure, program rules and available benefits, some or all of that balance may be covered.
Please provide details of every provincial dental benefit you have. We can check the arrangements and discuss your estimated portion; having both programs does not automatically mean every service is fully paid.
Which dental services may CDCP cover?
Coverage depends on your needs, the procedure and the plan’s limits. Common categories include:
| Care | Examples |
|---|---|
| Exams and prevention | Dental examinations, X-rays, scaling, fluoride and sealants. |
| Repairing teeth | Fillings and qualifying root canal treatment. |
| Gum care and extractions | Eligible periodontal care and removal of teeth. |
| Crowns and dentures | Qualifying crowns, complete or partial dentures, and denture repairs; requirements vary. |
What does preauthorization mean?
Some services need approval before treatment to qualify for payment. Our team can check whether your proposed care needs a submission. Approval is not automatic, and coverage limits still apply.
What about implants, whitening or Invisalign?
Dental implants and cosmetic services such as whitening are excluded. Orthodontic benefits are not currently available. Ask us to explain alternatives and costs for any care outside the plan.
What should I provide before my appointment?
Use our regular booking
Choose the appointment appropriate for your needs and tell us you have CDCP. New patients of all ages are welcome.
Provide your member number
Complete our standard medical and dental history forms. Include details of any provincial dental benefits you have.
Know the estimated balance
We check active coverage and explain estimated benefits and your remaining portion before treatment.
If you are unsure which appointment to choose, call us. Learn more about your first visit.
Who can qualify for CDCP?
Applicants must meet all four federal requirements:
- No access to private dental insurance or coverage.
- Required Canadian tax returns filed, including a spouse’s or common-law partner’s where applicable.
- Adjusted family net income below $90,000.
- Canadian residency for tax purposes.
Access to work, pension or family dental coverage may affect eligibility even if you do not use it. Government social-program dental benefits are treated differently. Check the official eligibility details; our office does not decide eligibility.
Apply through the Government of Canada. Before receiving care under the plan, confirm your coverage is active.
Does CDCP coverage renew automatically?
No. Members must renew each year and continue to qualify. Filing your tax return alone does not renew your coverage. A coverage gap can leave treatment unpaid by the plan.
Follow the official renewal instructions and current dates, and let our team know if your coverage changes.
CDCP questions patients ask
Are you accepting new CDCP patients?
Yes. We welcome new CDCP patients of all ages, with no special appointment restrictions. Book the regular appointment that suits your needs and tell our team you have CDCP coverage.
Is a CDCP appointment different from a regular appointment?
No. We use the same appointment types and office fee schedule for CDCP and other patients. Your care is based on your dental needs. CDCP payments are applied toward your bill, and you are responsible for the remaining balance after applicable benefits.
Is dental care free if my income is below $70,000?
Not necessarily. A 0% income-based co-payment applies to CDCP established fees, not automatically to our full office fees. A fee difference or non-covered service can still leave a patient balance.
Can BC assistance benefits cover the amount left after CDCP?
Sometimes. We coordinate CDCP with applicable BC assistance programs. Depending on the service and your available benefits, the provincial program may cover some or all of the remaining balance. Bring both sets of coverage details so we can estimate your portion.
Do I need to pay the full bill and claim it back?
We bill the CDCP directly for eligible care and explain your estimated patient balance before treatment. You pay your remaining portion at the appointment. CDCP does not reimburse patients directly.
Does every crown or denture automatically qualify?
No. The plan has treatment criteria, limits and preauthorization requirements. Our team can check the proposed treatment; a recommendation for care does not guarantee that the plan will cover it.
Can I book if I am still waiting for my CDCP coverage to start?
Tell us your situation when booking. We can discuss an appointment, but CDCP coverage must be active for the date of care for eligible services to be payable. If you need care sooner, ask about the estimated cost before proceeding.
Can I get help with a larger patient balance?
Interest-free payment plans are available for treatments with a patient portion over $500. Discuss arrangements before treatment. See our Financial Information page for details.
Does my CDCP coverage renew automatically?
No. You must renew each year and continue to meet eligibility requirements. Check the official renewal instructions and confirm your coverage before an appointment.
Book a CDCP appointment in downtown Vancouver
Contact Coastal City Dunsmuir Dental Centre to arrange your visit and discuss your estimated patient portion. Please mention CDCP when booking and have your member number available.
Suite 290, 885 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1N5
On the second floor, a short walk from Burrard and Granville SkyTrain stations.
Official CDCP information
Program information checked October 19, 2026. Rules and benefits can change. Use these official resources for current details: