Dr. Jay Patel Dentist at Outdoor Dental, a Calgary SE Dental Clinic, serves the communities of Seton, Mahogany, Auburn Bay, Cranston, New Brighton & Surrounding Areas
OUTDOOR.dental is teaming up with AgeCare Seton and AgeCare Skypointe to provide dental hygiene care for residents. Maintaining good oral hygiene as you get older, is one of the healthiest things you can do for your body. To help maintain healthy, white smiles for AgeCare residents we will offer cleanings at our dental hygiene clinic in the west wing of AgeCare Seton and at AgeCare Skypointe.
Arthritis and medications used for various illnesses can make it harder to brush and floss. This can lead to changes in the mouth such as dry mouth, gum disease, tooth loss, and root decay. Challenges like restricted mobility, financial constraints, and cognitive impairments may also affect seniors.
As a result, dental care for seniors needs to look a bit different than oral care for any other age.
Our dental hygienist will remove any tartar that can cause gum disease and will finish off your cleaning with a polish & fluoride treatment, leaving your teeth feeling smooth.
Good oral hygiene paired with regular dental hygiene care can help to prevent more serious health problems. Together with our dental hygienist and Dr. Jay Patel, you can plan a daily oral care routine that will keep your teeth, and you, healthy for life.
If you need assistance covering the cost of your dental care, help is available. In many cases, health services not covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) can be paid for by Alberta Blue Cross Coverage for Seniors. This coverage is premium-free and is provided by the Government of Alberta. To sign up, click here to view Government of Alberta forms for senior coverage.
You’re eligible for Alberta Blue Cross Coverage if you’re 65 or older or if you are a recipient of the Alberta Widows’ Pension. If you have any eligible dependents, you would receive Family Coverage. Those who qualify for Single Coverage have no dependents.
To register you need to provide proof of your age (for instance, a birth certificate, passport, or naturalization certificate) and income statement.
For more information, you can download the brochure on Dental and Optical Assistance for Seniors Programs provided by Alberta Health.
Dental and Optical Assisstance for Seniors Program Brochure (PDF)
In most cases, cleaning, polishing, and exams are covered, as well as fillings, root canals, crowns and dentures. The coverage provided is spread out over a 5 year time period.
If you need help getting coverage or have general questions, OUTDOOR.dental is a Fee Guide Provider for Alberta Blue Cross Senior’s Plan. We can assist you and/or your family in the registration process.
We are now accepting hygiene appointments at our AgeCare Seton dental hygiene clinic. We’re happy to direct-bill all insurance plans including Alberta Blue Cross Seniors plan. To learn more about our services for seniors and our AgeCare Seton dental hygiene services, or to book an appointment, please contact our office. We will be happy to assist you!
If you need help getting coverage or have general questions, OUTDOOR.dental is a Fee Guide Provider for Alberta Blue Cross Senior’s Plan. We can assist you and/or your family in the registration process.
