Alberta Dental Fee Guide
The Alberta Dental Fee Guide, also called the ADA Fee Guide, is a yearly list of suggested prices for common dental treatments in Alberta. Beacon Hill Dental follows the 2026 guide for our patients in Beacon Hill and across NW Calgary. This keeps our pricing clear, fair, and easy to match against your insurance.
Learn more about the ADA Fee Guide
What is the Alberta Dental Fee Guide?
The Alberta Dental Fee Guide is a set of suggested fees for dental services in Alberta. It is published each year by the Alberta Dental Association. It lists a recommended price for many everyday procedures, from exams and cleanings to fillings, crowns, and root canals.
The goal is transparency. When a clinic follows the guide, patients, dentists, and insurance companies are all working from the same reference. That means fewer surprises when your bill and your insurance statement arrive.
Is "ADA Fee Guide" the same thing?
Yes. In Alberta, “ADA” stands for the Alberta Dental Association, not the American Dental Association. So when people search for the “ADA Fee Guide” in Alberta, they mean the Alberta Dental Fee Guide. The two names point to the same document. You may also see it referred to under the older name ADA&C (Alberta Dental Association and College).
Is the fee guide mandatory?
No. The guide is a suggested, voluntary reference, not a fixed price list. Dentists are not required by law to follow it, and fees in larger cities like Calgary can sit at or slightly above the guide. Beacon Hill Dental chooses to follow it because it keeps our pricing consistent and easy for you to understand.
What changed in the 2026 guide?
The 2026 Abbreviated Alberta Dental Fee Guide was published on December 1, 2025. It is updated each year to reflect the real costs of running a dental practice, such as staff, equipment, rent, and materials. The public abbreviated version covers the most common procedures. The full line-by-line guide is now available to Alberta Dental Association members only, but we are always happy to walk you through the fees for any treatment we recommend.
Example fees from the guide
| Treatment | Rough guide fee (2026) |
|---|---|
| Recall (checkup) exam | around $80 |
| Scaling (cleaning) | around $87 per unit |
| Cast or porcelain crown | around $1,070 (plus lab fees) |
| Root canal | around $1,000 to $1,400, depending on the tooth |
How the fee guide helps with insurance
Most dental insurance plans in Alberta base their coverage on the Alberta Dental Fee Guide. When your clinic follows the same guide your insurer uses, your claims are easier to read and your out-of-pocket amount is easier to predict. Beacon Hill Dental offers direct billing to most insurers, so in most cases you only pay your share at the visit.
What about the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
Beacon Hill Dental is a participating CDCP provider. The CDCP uses its own set fees, which may differ from the Alberta guide, and some services need pre-approval. If you are covered under the CDCP, we will direct-bill your benefits and explain any amount that is not covered before we begin.
Why choose Beacon Hill Dental in NW Calgary?
- We follow the 2026 Alberta Dental Fee Guide for clear, consistent pricing.
- We offer direct billing to most insurance plans, plus CDCP.
- We give you a written estimate before treatment, so there are no surprises.
- Our team speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Filipino, Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, and Vietnamese.
- We are open six days a week, with evening and Saturday appointments.
Have a question about the cost of a specific treatment? Call us at (403) 295-1182 or book online, and we will give you a clear estimate based on the current fee guide.
FAQ
Curious to know more about the Alberta Dental Fee Guide? We’ve got you covered.
Who publishes the Alberta Dental Fee Guide?
The Alberta Dental Association publishes it once a year. It lists suggested fees for common dental procedures in Alberta.
Is the ADA Fee Guide the same as the Alberta Dental Fee Guide?
Yes. In Alberta, “ADA” means the Alberta Dental Association. The ADA Fee Guide and the Alberta Dental Fee Guide are the same document.
Do dentists have to follow the fee guide?
No. It is a suggested, voluntary guide. Beacon Hill Dental chooses to follow the 2026 guide to keep pricing clear and easy to match with your insurance.
When was the 2026 Alberta Dental Fee Guide released?
The 2026 Abbreviated Alberta Dental Fee Guide was published on December 1, 2025.
Will my insurance cover the full guide fee?
It depends on your plan. Most Alberta insurers base coverage on the fee guide, but your percentage of coverage and any yearly limits vary. We will review your coverage and give you an estimate before treatment.
Contact Us to Book Your Dental Appointment
Take the first step towards better dental health today. Because we follow the Alberta Dental Fee Guide (ADA Fee Guide), your pricing stays clear and easy to match with your insurance.
Contact us to book your visit and get a straightforward estimate before any treatment begins. Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, we’re here to take care of your smile.
