The BC Healthy Kids Program provides comprehensive dental coverage for eligible children under the age of 19, offering up to $1,400 in benefits every two years. The program focuses on essential care to maintain oral health and prevent serious issues.

Specific services covered include:

• Preventive Care: Routine dental examinations, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants to protect back teeth from decay.
• Diagnostic Services: Necessary dental X-rays to assess oral health.
• Basic Restorative Services: Fillings to treat cavities and tooth extractions when a tooth cannot be saved.
• Emergency Dental Care: Coverage for emergency tooth extractions and treatments to address pain caused by infection, severe decay, or trauma.
• Major Services: Limited coverage for procedures such as crowns and root canals. These typically require pre-approval and are subject to biennial frequency limits (e.g., one crown every 24 months).

It is important to note that orthodontics (such as braces or Invisalign) and major restorative work like dental implants are not covered by this program. At Parkside Dental Group, we provide direct billing for these covered services to minimize out-of-pocket costs for families.

• Top Squamish BC Healthy Kids Program: 2026 Benefits & Eligibility Guide