Dental Costs in Ontario (2026)
Ontario has the highest suggested dental fees in Canada. Under the ODA 2026 Suggested Fee Guide, a recall exam runs $96–$182, a molar root canal $1,417–$1,579, a ceramic crown $1,349–$1,449 + lab, and a full single implant starts at $4,165. The CDCP can offset many routine costs for eligible Ontarians.
Estimate your CDCP out-of-pocket cost
Pick your income tier and procedure to estimate what the Canadian Dental Care Plan covers in Ontario and what you owe out-of-pocket.
Ontario CDCP Out-of-Pocket Calculator
Income tier × procedure — 2026 ODA guide figures in 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.
The CDCP reimburses at its own established fee rate, which is typically below the ODA guide price. Even at the under-$70,000 income tier you may owe a balance if your Ontario dentist bills at guide.
Dental costs in Ontario by procedure (2026)
Low and high = ODA 2026 Suggested Fee Guide range. Figures are verbatim from the ODA 2026 guide. Source: Real Dental Costs analysis of ODA Suggested Fee Guide 2026.
| Procedure | Ontario (CAD) | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recall exam | $139 | $58 | +$81 |
| Scaling (per unit) | $68 | $65 | +$3 |
| Composite filling (1 surface) | $342 | $205 | +$137 |
| Simple extraction | $218 | $174 | +$44 |
| Root canal (molar) | $1,498 | $1,194 | +$304 |
| Complete denture (per arch) | $1,398 | $1,140 | +$258 |
| Cast partial denture | $1,005 | $1,210 | –$205 |
| Ceramic crown | $1,399 | $1,065 | +$334 |
| Single implant (full) | $4,583 | $4,475 | +$108 |
Ontario figures = ODA 2026 Suggested Fee Guide average (midpoint of published range). National averages from Real Dental Costs Canada dataset DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20744781.
About the ODA Suggested Fee Guide
The Ontario Dental Association Suggested Fee Guide is the primary pricing benchmark for general dentists in Ontario. Published annually each January, the 2026 edition increased approximately 3.32% above the 2025 guide. Key facts:
- Dentists are not legally obligated to follow the ODA guide — it is a suggestion.
- Most Ontario practices bill at guide or above; some discount practices bill below.
- The ODA guide covers hundreds of procedure codes from routine exams through complex restorative work.
- Implants are covered in the ODA guide at code level, but most practices also factor lab and material costs.
The widest fee ranges in Ontario appear in complete dentures ($618–$2,177/arch) and composite fillings ($207–$477), reflecting significant variation in technique, material and practice location.
What the CDCP covers in Ontario
The Canadian Dental Care Plan covers many procedures for Ontarians with net family income under $90,000:
- No pre-authorization: recall exams, scaling (within frequency limits), composite fillings, simple extractions, standard root canals.
- Pre-authorization required: ceramic crowns, cast partial dentures.
- Excluded at every income tier: dental implants, implant-supported crowns, bone grafts.
Income tiers for CDCP coinsurance: under $70,000 = 100%; $70,000–$79,999 = 60%; $80,000–$89,999 = 40%; $90,000 or more = not eligible.
Why dental prices vary within Ontario
Even within the ODA guide, there is a wide band ($96–$182 for a recall exam). Reasons prices vary inside Ontario:
- Urban vs. rural: downtown Toronto practices carry higher overhead than smaller communities, and many bill above the ODA guide range.
- Specialist vs. general dentist: endodontists and periodontists use their own specialist fee guides.
- Lab costs: crown and denture fees exclude lab bills, which are invoiced separately and vary by lab.
- New patient discounts: some practices offer discounted first-visit exams not reflected in the guide.
Explore neighboring provinces
Compare Ontario fees with nearby provinces:
- Dental Costs in Quebec — ACDQ 2025, exam $61–$114 (lower than Ontario)
- Dental Costs in Manitoba — MDA 2026, implant $3,000–$4,500* (estimated)
See the full dental cost by province comparison or the CDCP coverage guide.
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.