On October 6, 2026, the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) released From Coverage to Care: An Evidence-informed Assessment of the Canadian Dental Care Plan, a comprehensive assessment of the federal government’s Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).
In this CDA Oasis discussion, Dr. Kirk Preston, CDA president, reflects on the program’s achievements to date, examines the barriers that continue to affect patients and dental practices, and outlines CDA’s recommendations for strengthening the CDCP as it enters its next phase.
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