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Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program

The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP) is a government-funded program that provides free routine dental care to seniors who qualify. Seniors are more prone to dental decay, gum disease, and oral cancer than other groups, so it is important to have regular dental checkups and prevent further issues.

KFL&A Public Health can assist with helping to understand eligibility, fill out an application form for the program and find a local participating OSDCP dental providers.

Non-emergency dental services are gradually restarting and wait times may be longer.

Seniors with an OSDCP dental card can book a dental appointment in Kingston or Napanee by calling the Kingston Community Health Centre at 613-507-6064.

If you have questions about the OSDCP program, please call KFL&A Public Health's dental team at 613 549-1232, ext. 1218.

To find out about the status of your application form, please contact the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program line at 1-833-207-4435, TTY: 1-800-855-0511.

What dental services are covered under this program?

Examinations and assessments
Preventive services including scaling, fluoride, and polishing
Restorative services to repair broken teeth and cavities
X-rays
Removal of teeth or abnormal tissue
Treatment of infection and pain such as root canals
Treatment of gum conditions and diseases
Dentures (partial coverage)

In case of urgent dental need

If you do not have an OSDCP dental card but have an emergency dental need, eligible seniors may be able to access limited services prior to enrollment. For more information call KFL&A Public Health Dental Program at 613-549-1232, ext. 1218

Who is eligible?

Seniors 65 years of age and older can apply for the program if they:

are a resident of Ontario.
have no other form of dental benefits, including private insurance or dental coverage under another government program such as Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program, or Non-insured Health Benefits.
meet income criteria (based on net income - line 236 from your tax return).
- single seniors with net annual income of $22,200 or less
- couples with a combined annual net income of $37,100 or less

How do you apply?

Apply online or by mail. If you and your spouse or common-law partner are applying to the program you must each submit your own application form.
Before you begin the online application, you need:
- your date of birth
- a valid Ontario address
- your Social Insurance Number (SIN) or Temporary Taxation Number (TTN)
- to have filed your taxes last year
If you do not have a SIN or did not file taxes in the previous year, please complete the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program application through guarantor form.

Apply online

Complete the online application.
Print and fill out the consent form.
Mail the completed consent form within 30 days to:

Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program

Station P, P.O. Box 159

Toronto, Ontario. M5S 2S7

Apply by mail

Download and print the application form. To have an application mailed to you, call KFL&A Public Health Dental 613-549-1232, ext. 1218
Fill out and complete the application form.
Mail the completed form to:

Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program

Station P, P.O. Box 159

Toronto, Ontario. M5S 2S7

How will I know if I am enrolled in the OSDCP?

Once enrolled in the Program, a welcome package and dental card will be mailed to the applicant as proof of enrollment.
To find out about the status of your application form, please contact the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program Toll-Free 1-833-207-4435, TTY: 1-800-855-0511.

Where are OSDCP dental services provided in the KFL&A region?

OSDCP dental services are provided by Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC). Seniors with an OSDCP dental card can book a dental appointment in Kingston or Napanee by calling 613-507-6064.

Kingston Community Health Centres
263 Weller Avenue
Kingston, ON K7K 2V4
613-507-6064

Napanee Community Health Centre
26 Dundas Street West
Napanee, ON K7R 1Z4

Seniors must be enrolled in the program and bring their dental card to their appointment to access OSDCP services. Private dentists are not able to offer OSDCP services at this time.

If you need transportation to and from an OSDCP dental appointment, we will try to help. Ask Kingston Community Health Centres when you call to book your appointment, or call the KFL&A Public Health Dental Health Program at 613-549-1232, ext. 1218.

How can someone get help if they do not meet OSDCP eligibility criteria?

If you experience severe dental pain and are unable to see a dentist, go to the nearest emergency room.
Call local dental offices to see if they offer payment plans or reduced fees for those without dental insurance.
Call the KFL&A Public Health Dental Health program. They can help navigate local service options available at no-cost or reduced fee, and check your eligibility for the Dental Treatment Assistance Fund.

For further information

Call KFL&A Public Health Dental Health Program 613-549-1232, ext. 1218. Toll-free 1-800-267-7875
Visit the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program web site
Call Toll-free 1-833-207-4435 for specific questions about your application