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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GRE0248 | Last Modified: 01 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 02 Dec 2019 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Free preventive dental care and/or emergency dental treatment for children in need who are 17 and under who meet the eligibility requirements Services can include:extractions, fillings, sedation, fluoride, scaling, dental health information and more * Braces are not covered by this program Programs include preventive services, restorative services with a dentist once a month Twice-a-year free cleanings will take place at the Tobermory Meeting Place, 20 Centennial Dr * Dates in 2020 to be announced * Call to book an appointment |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Dental staff on call Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm for any inquires regarding the dental program |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 17 year(s) and under Children or youth 17 years of age or under in need of dental services and are; * residents of Ontario * members of a household that meet the income eligibility requirements Children in household are automatically enrolled in the program if you or your child receives benefits through * Ontario Works * Temporary Care Assistance * Ontario Disability Support Program * Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities For income eligibility and other criteria visit www.ontario.ca/healthysmiles or for further details, see Healthy Smiles Ontario Client Guide |
| Application | Can apply online, by mail or you can pick up an application form and obtain completion assistance if required from your local public health unit or at a ServiceOntario location. Once your child’s enrollment is confirmed, you will get a Healthy Smiles Ontario dental card in the mail. You must present your card to your dental provider at each visit to receive services under the program For online application, you will need: * access to a printer as printed copy with signature must be mailed along with online application * your child(ren)’s date(s) of birth * a valid Ontario address * your Social Insurance Number (SIN) or Temporary Taxation Number (TTN) * to have filed your taxes in the previous year |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Owen Sound |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | 2nd Ave E and 17th St E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-376-9420 * press 8 for dental |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-263-3456 * press 8 for dental |
| Fax | 519-376-6310 |
| publichealth@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca | |
| Website | https://www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Dental |
| Primary Contact | Rose Kirkland, Dental Health Educator; Phone: ext 2236; Email: r.kirkland@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca |