Indigenous Dental Care in Canada — NDEB AFK MCQ

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ModerateCommunity Dentistry & EpidemiologyIndigenous Dental Care in CanadaNDEB AFK

Access to dental care for Indigenous communities in Canada is primarily provided through which federal program?

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Correct answer: E — Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program

The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, administered by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), provides eligible First Nations and Inuit with coverage for dental services not covered by other programs or private insurance. The NIHB dental benefit includes preventive, restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, orthodontic (for children), and oral surgery services. Access challenges remain due to geographic remoteness, workforce shortages, and systemic barriers in many Indigenous communities.

Reference: Health Canada – Non-Insured Health Benefits Program; Indigenous Services Canada