DO YOU KNOW A CHILD/TEEN WHO IS IN NEED OF URGENT DENTAL CARE --- BUT WHOSE FAMILY CANNOT AFFORD TO GO TO THE DENTIST?
The CINOT (Children In Need Of Treatment) program is a dental treatment program, paid for by the province of Ontario, and managed locally, by the City of Hamilton Public Health Dental Program.
Who is eligible?
Children, who are Ontario residents, up to their 18th birthday:
- who have an urgent dental condition:
-large cavities
-dental pain
-infection
-mouth injury
- who are permanent residents of the municipality (Hamilton), and have a valid Ontario Health Card
- whose parents/guardians have no dental insurance through work, and do not receive Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) benefits
- whose parents/guardians cannot afford to pay for dental treatment
How can a child/teen apply for the CINOT Program?
- A screening appointment can be booked at the dental clinic, or on the Community Health Bus. A dental hygienist or a dentist will do a brief visual assessment, using a mirror and a light source. If the child/teen is found to have an urgent dental need, and financial eligibility is determined, the child will be enrolled in the CINOT Program.
What treatment is covered by CINOT?
- Basic Care - xrays, fillings, extractions, root canal therapy
- Some preventive services are available, and offered based on individual need
- Braces, teeth whitening, polishing and regular check-ups are NOT covered.
Where do you go for screening?
City of Hamilton Public Health Dental Clinic - 1447 Upper Ottawa St., Unit 10, 905-546-2424 ext 3789
Community Health Bus call for a schedule - 905-546-CITY (2489)
For more information about the CINOT program, please call 905-546-3566.