How Can I Get Dental Treatment For My Child? 1. Alberta Child Health Benefit (ACHB, Alberta Works) Cost* Eligibility Many dentists accept ACHB clients - Children under age 18 Free for eligible - Targeted to low-income families (see chart below) children Single Parent Maximum Qualifying Couple with: Maximum Qualifying Household with: Income Income 1 Child $24,397 1 Child $29,285 2 Children $29,073 2 Children $34,346 3 Children $34,056 3 Children $38,997 $39,336 $44,000 4 Children + 4 Children + + Each additional child add $ 4,663 For more information call 1-877-469-5437 or check: http://humanservices.alberta.ca/financial-support/2076.html 2. ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES Calgary Community Dental Clinics: Chumir: 403-955-6888 Northeast: 403-944-9999 Cost* Eligibility Targeted to low-income families with: Basic care provided at - No dental insurance a reduced fee (20%) - No ACHB or Alberta Works for eligible families - Proof of family income and size within limits (see chart below) Family Size Family Income Family Size Family Income (including parents): (taxable income line (including parents): (taxable income): 260): 2 $29,440 5 $49,839 3 $36,193 6 $56,209 4 $43,942 7 $62,581 For more information call 22-TEETH (403-228-3384) or check: www.albertahealthservices.ca/3669.asp 3. CUPS (Calgary Urban Project Society) Eligibility Cost* Services offered include exams, cleanings, Valid government assisted insurance Government insurance fillings, x-rays, extractions, and emergency required (AISH, NHIB, Alberta will be billed directly. dental care Works, ACHB) Extra fees possible. For more information call 403-206-1060 or check http://www.cupscalgary.com/our-programs/health 4. Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Cost* Eligibility Many dentists accept this benefit; clients Registered First Nations and recognized must show “treaty status card” to dentist. Inuit persons resident in Canada For more information call 1-888-495-2516 5. Social Assistance Many dentists accept government assisted clients Eligibility Most services covered. Extra fees possible. Cost* - Supports for Independence or AISH (and their Free for eligible children (check dependants) your Service Treatment Card for “standard” or “supplementary” - Guardianship Orders - Alberta Works coverage) For more information call your family dentist or check: http://humanservices.alberta.ca/disability-services/aish.html 6. Private Practice Cost • Your family dentist Discuss fees and payment with your dental office • Pediatric Dentist (children’s specialist) (insurance may cover some of the cost). To find a dentist visit the Alberta Dental Association + College dentist locator: http://oralhealthalberta.ca/find-a-dentist/ or search “Dentists” or “Dentists - Pediatrics” online or in the yellow pages. For free a dental health professional will: Provide a fluoride varnish treatment. Provide a visual dental check. Talk about ways to protect your child’s teeth. Answer questions that you have about dental health. Appointments are available at many Calgary and area Community Health Centres. For more information or to book an appointment please call 1-855-943-1300 Talk To Your Dentist The dental office can help to answer your questions about their billing procedures and payment options. For more information on dental plans and questions to ask your dentist, please visit the Canadian Dental Association Talk To Your Dentist website at: www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/talk/
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