Complete Dentures Cost in Canada (2026)
A complete denture in Canada costs $618–$2,177 per arch based on the ODA 2026 Suggested Fee Guide, with a national average of approximately $1,140/arch. New Brunswick's official 2026 amount is $1,027; Nova Scotia $973–$1,174. The CDCP covers complete dentures without pre-authorization — one per arch per 96 months — making this one of the most accessible covered restorative procedures in Canada.
Estimate your CDCP out-of-pocket cost
Complete dentures are covered by the CDCP without pre-authorization at the standard coinsurance rates. Use the calculator to estimate what you owe after CDCP, based on your province and income tier.
Complete Denture CDCP Out-of-Pocket Calculator
Province × income tier — complete denture per arch, 2026 CAD
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* Estimates based on 2025–2026 provincial suggested-fee guides (CAD). Actual costs vary by province and provider; figures flagged as estimates are modelled.
Remember: the CDCP reimburses its own established fee, which is often lower than the provincial guide price. Even at the 100% tier (income under $70,000), you may owe a balance if your dentist bills at the provincial guide rate.
Complete denture cost by province (2026 dataset)
Official amounts: ON = ODA 2026 range; NB = NBDS 2026 single official amount ($1,027); NS = NSDA 2026 range; PEI = DAPEI 2025 range. Provinces marked * are modelled estimates. Source: Real Dental Costs dataset DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20744781.
| Province | Complete Denture per Arch (CAD) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $618–$2,177 | ODA 2026 (official) |
| New Brunswick | $1,027 | NBDS 2026 (official) |
| Nova Scotia | $973–$1,174 | NSDA 2026 (official) |
| PEI | $998–$1,147 | DAPEI 2025 (official) |
| British Columbia | $1,000–$3,000* | Estimate |
| Alberta | $900–$1,750* | Estimate |
| Quebec | $1,000–$2,500* | Estimate |
| Manitoba | $800–$1,500* | Estimate |
| Saskatchewan | $1,000–$3,000* | Estimate |
| Newfoundland | $900–$1,500* | Estimate |
Provinces marked with an asterisk use figures modelled from neighbouring-province guides; they are flagged is_estimate in our dataset.
CDCP coverage for complete dentures: the key advantage
Complete dentures hold a unique advantage under the CDCP compared to partials and crowns: no pre-authorization required for a standard complete denture. This means your dentist can begin treatment as soon as clinical necessity is established.
Coverage details for 2026:
- Procedure type: Standard complete acrylic denture
- Pre-authorization: Not required (standard)
- Frequency: 1 per arch per 96 months
- Income tiers: Under $70,000 = 100% of CDCP fee; $70,000–$79,999 = 60%; $80,000–$89,999 = 40%; $90,000+ = not eligible
- Overdentures (over remaining roots): pre-authorization required
- Long-term soft-liners: pre-authorization required
- Implant-supported overdentures: excluded at every income tier
What about relines and repairs?
Relines — adjusting the fit of an existing denture as the underlying bone changes — are covered under separate CDCP codes and do not reset the 96-month frequency clock for a new complete denture. Your dentist can also bill for denture repairs. Ask your dentist to confirm current coverage codes before proceeding.
How Ontario's price range works
Ontario's ODA 2026 Suggested Fee Guide shows the widest range in Canada for complete dentures: $618 to $2,177 per arch. This is not unusual price gouging — it reflects different procedure codes within the "complete denture" category:
- Basic complete denture: simple acrylic, standard tooth moulds — lower end of the range
- Standard complete denture: moderate quality, custom shade selection — mid-range
- Premium complete denture: high-quality acrylic teeth, custom articulation, multiple try-in appointments — upper end
The fee guide separates these by complexity code. Lab fees may or may not be included depending on the practice billing model. Always ask your dentist whether the quoted price includes lab charges.
Atlantic provinces: more transparent pricing
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and PEI publish some of the most transparent denture fee schedules in Canada:
- New Brunswick (NBDS 2026): official complete denture amount = $1,027.15 per arch — a single amount with no range, enabling direct comparison.
- Nova Scotia (NSDA 2026): official range $973–$1,174 per arch.
- PEI (DAPEI 2025): official range $998–$1,147 per arch.
These amounts are used verbatim in our dataset (flagged is_estimate: false) and are among the most reliable reference points for Canadian complete denture pricing.
Complete vs. implant-supported dentures
A complete (conventional) denture rests on the gum tissue and relies on suction and oral muscles for retention. An implant-supported overdenture attaches to 2–4 implants surgically placed in the jaw, providing superior stability. The trade-off:
| Factor | Complete denture | Implant-supported |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (per arch) | $618–$2,177 | $8,000–$20,000+ (estimated) |
| CDCP coverage | Yes (no pre-auth) | No — excluded entirely |
| Stability | Moderate | High |
| Bone preservation | Moderate | Better |
| Maintenance | Relines every 2–5 years | Implant check-ups |
For patients who want the stability of implants, the full cost is borne out-of-pocket. See our implant-supported dentures page for 2026 market estimates.
Our open dataset
Complete denture figures on this page come from our open dataset:
Estimated cells are flagged is_estimate: true. Official amounts (ON, NB, NS, PEI) are flagged is_estimate: false.
Related pages
- Dentures Cost Hub — Canada 2026 — overview of all denture types
- Partial Dentures Cost — cast partials, pre-auth, and province-by-province breakdown
- Implant-Supported Dentures Cost — snap-in costs; CDCP excluded
- Denture Cost by Province — complete and partial side-by-side for all 10 provinces
- Does CDCP Cover Dentures? — full rules for complete, partial, and implant-supported
- Dental Cost by Province — all 9 procedures across Canada
Frequently asked questions
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Independent dental pricing research — figures verified against provincial suggested-fee guides (ODA, ACDQ, BCDA, etc.) and the CDCP coverage rules published on canada.ca. Pricing/market research, not medical or dental advice.