Dental and Oral Health

Learn more about oral health through the years

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.

Other dental financial assistance

Ontario Works

Ontario Disability Support Program

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.

View the Oral Health and Your Child video.

View the Oral Health Clinic.