Healthy smiles ontario (HSO) is a government funded program that provides free treatment for children 17 and under for qualified families. As a dentist, I treat many patients under this plan regularly. Please do your homework in the future. There are many programs in place in Ontario for low income families or those with disabilities. The main issue is usually the average persons inability to place value on dental treatment. I see many patients who spend hundreds on highlights, regular mani/pedis, tattoos and Caribbean vacation then bemoan the $150 twice- yearly cost for a check up and cleaning. Most people would rather spend the cash on other things. Not all, but the majority!