New Federal Investments
CDHA is very pleased to see the new investments the federal government is making to ensure access to oral
health care
for millions of uninsured Canadians (Canada Dental Benefit, Canadian Dental Care Plan, Oral Health Access
Fund, Better
Dental Care Data). While these substantial investments are welcomed and needed, we know that doing so
without a
significant focus and commitment to prevention will fail to achieve the ultimate goals of contributing to
the improved
oral health of millions of Canadians. Learn
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National Oral Health Care for Seniors
CDHA welcomes a national discussion of priorities and opportunities to do better for Canadian
seniors. When it comes to national standards for oral health in long-term care homes across
Canada, and funding programs for seniors still at home, meeting the oral health care needs of
this population should not be missed. Learn
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