What the Latest Public Opinion Data Tells Us About Oral Health in Canada In recent years, conversations about oral health in Canada have shifted from whether access to care can be improved, to how well new approaches are working in practice. In October 2025, CDA and Abacus Data surveyed more than 3,500 Canadians aged 18 and over to provide a snapshot of this evolving oral health care landscape. The findings indicate evidence that Canadians’ oral health is improving, that patients are satisfied with the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), and that dentists remain among the most trusted health care professionals in the country. However, the data also makes clear that system-wide change is rarely flawless. Although overall experiences are positive, patient misconceptions about CDCP coverage and ongoing preauthorization challenges continue to shape how the CDCP is experienced in dental offices across Canada. Trends 46% of survey respondents rate Canada’s dental care system positively. 65% report having a regular dentist. 58% report going to the dental of ce regularly. 50% reported having a dental visit booked within the upcoming 3−6 months. 46% 58% 65% 50% 12 | 2026 | Issue 1
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