More children in our region can now access dental services.
Healthy Smiles Ontario is being offered through the Perth District Health Unit.
Andrea Harbin is a dental assistant educator.
She outlines the program that is now available.
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Harbin says new eligibility changes have opened the door for more kids to go see a dentist.
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She says the program is preventative in nature.
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You’re urged to contact the PDHU if you’re in a low income bracket to see if your children qualify.
More information can be found at the HSO or PDHU websites.