hellodent integration into PC Health app gives
users access to over 430 top-rated dental practices and the
opportunity to earn PC Optimum™ points through digital oral health
programs
TORONTO, Aug. 9, 2021 /CNW/ - dentalcorp Holdings Ltd.
(TSX: DNTL) ("dentalcorp" or "the Company"), Canada's largest network of dental practices,
today announced a strategic partnership with Loblaw Companies
Limited (TSX: L) to be the exclusive provider of oral care
education and dental health services for users of the PC
Health app.
Designed to empower Canadians with convenient access to health
resources and support, the PC Health app is available
nationally (excluding Quebec) and
is the front door to the healthcare system in a digitally connected
world. Users can download the PC Health app to get
free, real-time access to virtual chats with nurses and dietitians
and earn PC Optimum™ rewards through custom digital health
programs.
With 75 per cent of Canadians located within 20 kilometres of a
dentalcorp clinic, PC Health app users will be able to have
a seamless experience finding a dentist in their neighbourhood
using hellodent. This exclusive partnership also provides
dentalcorp patients and PC Health app users with the
opportunity to collect PC Optimum™ points for key oral care
activities, such as participating in educational oral care health
programs in the app.
In addition to booking appointments, app users will be able to
access a database of oral care tips curated by dentalcorp's leading
industry professionals, and a suite of technological tools designed
to ensure a smooth and convenient dental care experience.
"There is no question that the way Canadians seek to engage with
their healthcare is changing. hellodent is aimed at
satisfying the growing trend in patients seeking providers who
offer a digital-first user-experience," said Graham Rosenberg, dentalcorp's Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer. "The strategic partnership will connect
PC Health app users with best-in-class oral health content
from some of the nation's top clinicians, while affording access to
dentalcorp's growing network of more than 430 leading dental
practices that adopt the latest technology and tools to deliver the
best possible patient experience."
This partnership is the first step for Loblaw and dentalcorp
with plans for hellodent to be fully integrated into the
PC Health app in the coming months, allowing users to
conveniently search dentists by location and schedule appointments
at leading dental clinics across Canada.
"Our purpose is to Help Canadians Live Life Well
and that means providing them with the tools that they need to
successfully manage their overall health – whether that means acute
and oral care, mental health support, or help with chronic
conditions," said Doug Bryce, vice
president, health and pharmacy programs and innovation, Shoppers
Drug Mart Inc. "We are thrilled to add dentalcorp programming and
services to the PC Health app so we can better meet the
dental and oral healthcare needs of Canadians."
The PC Health app will integrate hellodent into
its platform over the coming months. Visit hellodent.com for more
information.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking information" within
the meaning of applicable securities legislation, which reflects
the Company's current expectations regarding future events,
including statements with regard to its strategic partnership with
Loblaw Companies Limited and the integration of the PC
Health app and hellodent. Forward-looking information is
based on a number of assumptions, many of which are beyond the
Company's control. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are
not limited to, the factors discussed under "Risk Factors" in the
Company's Supplemented PREP Prospectus dated May 20, 2021 filed on SEDAR. Actual results could
differ materially from those projected herein. Unless otherwise
noted or the context otherwise indicates, the forward-looking
information contained in this news release is provided as of the
date of this news release and dentalcorp does not undertake any
obligation to update such forward-looking information, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as
expressly required under applicable securities laws.
About dentalcorp
dentalcorp is Canada's largest
network of dental practices, committed to advancing the overall
well-being of Canadians by aiming to deliver the best clinical
outcomes and unforgettable experiences. dentalcorp acquires leading
dental practices, uniting its network in a common goal: to be
Canada's most trusted healthcare
network. Leveraging its industry-leading technology, know-how and
scale, dentalcorp offers professionals the unique opportunity to
retain their clinical autonomy while unlocking their potential for
future growth. Learn more at http://www.dentalcorp.ca.
SOURCE dentalcorp Holdings Ltd.
