Dental Care in Canada: A Question of Access
- Krista Dufour RDH
- May 4, 2023
- 1 min read
Coalition for Dental Care and Canadian Doctors for Medicare talk access to Oral healthcare in Canada.
Those Canadians experiencing the greatest barriers to care are also our most vulnerable:
Our Elders, especially those living in long term care, Our very young, Our loved ones living with disabilities, Refugees, Indigenous peoples and Canadians living in remote Communities.
Access to dental care in Canada remains a critical issue, particularly for the country’s most vulnerable populations. According to the Coalition for Dental Care and Canadian Doctors for Medicare, groups facing the greatest barriers include elders in long-term care, young children, individuals with disabilities, refugees, Indigenous communities, and residents of remote areas. These Canadians often struggle to access affordable, consistent oral healthcare, leading to significant health disparities. Advocates argue that oral health is essential to overall well-being and that inclusive, accessible dental care policies are needed to support equitable health outcomes for all Canadians, especially those at higher risk.
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