Dental Health Tips

Practical advice from Dr. Kaur to help you and your family keep your smiles healthy.

Will My Kid's Back-to-School Checkup Be Covered?

Will My Kid's Back-to-School Checkup Be Covered?

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 14/09/2026

Booking a back-to-school checkup? A Bloor West Village dentist explains how to tell whether the CDCP or Healthy Smiles Ontario will pay for it, and the four things to check first.

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CDCP for Kids and Healthy Smiles Ontario: How They Fit

CDCP for Kids and Healthy Smiles Ontario: How They Fit

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 30/07/2026

Can your child have both? Yes. A Toronto dentist compares CDCP and Healthy Smiles Ontario coverage for kids, income limits, and what to apply for first.

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Does OHIP Cover the Dentist in Ontario? (2026 Guide)

Does OHIP Cover the Dentist in Ontario? (2026 Guide)

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 08/06/2026

Does OHIP cover dental in Ontario? Mostly no. A Bloor West dentist explains OHIP vs private insurance vs the CDCP, plus the free programs and who qualifies.

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How Much Does a Dental Checkup Cost in Toronto? (2026)

How Much Does a Dental Checkup Cost in Toronto? (2026)

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 15/11/2025

A Bloor West Village dentist breaks down dental checkup costs in Toronto: what OHIP covers, CDCP co-pay tiers, Healthy Smiles for kids, and work benefits.

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