The Dental care plan offers a range of options. Through SLB Flex, you will be able to choose the option that provides the level of coverage you need for your dental care. If you’re looking for more detailed information on your coverage, please go to Sun Life, or check out the mobile app.
Click on the sections below for more information.
You have four different dental care options to choose from. Note that Option 3 has a two-year lock-in period. This means you are unable to change this coverage for two years. Maximums shown are for each covered person each year. If you’re looking for more detailed information on your coverage or when you are next eligible for your next dental exam, please go to Sun Life to check out the mobile app.
| Deductible |
None |
None |
None |
No coverage |
Basic dental care services
- Recall examinations
- Periodontics – scaling and root planning
|
60%
Every 6 months
16 units |
90%
Every 6 months
16 units |
100%
Every 6 months
16 units |
|
| Major dental care services
|
50%
Included |
70%
Included |
80%
Included |
|
| Orthodontia (all ages)
|
No coverage |
50%
$2,500 |
50%
$3,500 |
|
Annual maximum
- Basic and major restorative combined (per covered member)
|
$1,500 |
$2,500 |
$3,500 |
|
| Dental Care Fee Guide* |
Current year |
Current year |
Current year plus 20% (for basic services only) |
|
* A dental care fee guide contains a summary of suggested charges for all dental services, set annually by provincial dental associations and used by Sun Life to determine the reasonable and customary charge for a service.
When choosing your dental plan coverage, keep in mind what the different services include:
- Basic Dental care Services – Includes services such as routine oral exams, cleaning, x-rays, tooth extractions, fillings, oral surgery and root canals. Sealants are also covered, but only for dependent children 18 years old and under.
- Major Dental care Services – Includes major restorative procedures such as dentures, crowns and bridgework.
Sun Life is our health and dental care provider and you should submit your claims by following these steps:
- If you haven’t already, register on the Sun Life website.
- Sign up for direct deposit.
- Download the Sun Life mobile app on your smartphone.
- Submit your claims – online, on your phone or by mail.