Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO)
Healthy Smiles Ontario offers free dental care to children and youth 17 and under. They must qualify for the program. Healthy Smiles Ontario covers basic or emergency dental needs.
Services include:
- X-rays
- Fillings
- If necessary, removal of teeth
- Cleanings
- Fluoride treatment
- Pit and fissure sealants
- Mouthguard fittings
If you have questions about Healthy Smiles Ontario, call 1-866-853-1326 ext. 4569.
Dental Screening Program
Dental screening is a quick look at the teeth and surrounding gums. A registered dental hygienist performs the screening using a sterilized dental mirror. We offer screenings once a year to all publicly funded schools. You can also request a screening from the Durham Region Health Department's Oral Health Clinic.
We'll send a note home with your child if we find any issues with recommendations about dental services your child needs.
A dental screening does not replace a regular check-up by a dentist.
If you received a note from the school dental screening program and want to book an appointment, please call 1-866-853-1326 ext. 4567.
Durham Region Health Department Oral Health Clinic
The Durham Region Health Department's Oral Health Clinic is free for any child in the Healthy Smiles Ontario program. Also, any parent that has a concern about their child's dental health can call and book an appointment for a free dental screening help with applying to the program.
Oral Health Clinic location:
1615 Dundas Street East, Suite 210
Whitby, Ontario
LIN 2L1
1-866-853-1326 ext. 4567
Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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