BCDA Fee Guide

What is BCDA Fee Guide?

 

In the province of BC, the British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) produces a suggested fee guide yearly for over 1,400 specific dental treatments. The fees contained in the guide are only suggestions; BC dentists can choose to follow the guide, or not, as closely as they wish.

 

Many insurance companies will use the BC dental fee guide to set their coverage amounts.

*Note: Dental plan providers do not work with the BCDA to develop the guide.

 

The BC Dental Fee Guide is updated every year in February. Generally, fees within the guide can go up between 0.23% and 20% annually, with most falling in the increasing range of about 1%-3%.

 

Do All Dentists Charge the Same Fees? 

 

Dentists in British Columbia are not required to charge the fees in the BC dental fee guide, as the guide is only intended to provide an idea of what to charge. Each dentist's office has its own set of costs that determine how much they charge for a certain type of treatment.

 

How to use the dental fee guide?

 

The fees in the dental guide are recommended but are not mandatory. Dentists continue to set the fees they charge for services. Some will charge more than the fee guide; some will charge less.

 

Because dentists charge different prices, you may wish to shop around.
 

Our Dental Fees

 

At Lux Dental, our goal is to offer the best service, yet remain competitive by providing fair and reasonable dental fees to our patients. That is why we follow the Latest 2022 British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) Fee Guide.

 

Lux Dental routinely reviews our dental fees compared to other dental practices within British Columbia and the area. With the release of the 2022 British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) Fee Guide, we are completely open with our clients about our dental fees and how they compare to the new fee guide.

 

Please be aware that not all procedures are listed as professional fees. These services’ cost varies based on the associated lab costs (for example, dental crowns and other dental appliances) and depends upon the complexity of the treatment required. We encourage you to call our office to arrange a visit with one of our dentists to evaluate your dental needs so that we can provide a more accurate estimate.

 

At Lux Dental, we feel it is essential that you understand your own specific dental insurance policy. Also, we ask that you are aware that not all procedures are necessarily covered based on your own particular dental insurance coverage. Our Dental Administration Team is here to help you understand and get the most from your insurance coverage! Please contact us with any questions you may have about our services or dental fees in British Columbia.