Dental Services, Education & Information Links
Preventative Dentistry
> Examinations for decay, periodontal disease, orthodontic referrals, cancer screens
> Radiographs - computerised and digital system which uses up to 80% less radiation than conventional film systems.
> Fluorides - Topical fluoride is painted on to the teeth to give extra protection to parts of teeth that are more likely to decay, such as the grooves on the chewing surfaces and in between the teeth.
> Sealants - placed to prevent decay forming in groves and fissures on the tooth surface.
> Desensitisation
> Continuing care maintenance cleaning with our Dental Hygienist (local anaesthetic can be used).
> ORAQIX - an injection free numbing system designed to decrease sensitivity of the gums during the teeth cleaning process.
Family Dentistry
> All aspects of family dental care
Restorative Dentistry
> Bonded, tooth coloured light cured Fillings (composites).
> Implant Supported Crowns
> Crowns & Bridges
Cosmetic Dentistry
> Tooth Whitening - latest techniques used to prevent sensitivity
> Porcelain Veneers
> Bonded Composite facings
> Porcelain Inlays / Onlays
> Implants (permanent tooth replacement)
Endodontics
Removable Prosthetics
> Partial Dentures in plastic, metal or a combination of both
> Complete Dentures, including Dentures placed immediately after tooth removal.
Oral Surgery
> Careful Tooth Removal
> Preparation for Dentures
Nitrous Oxide Analgesia
Intravenous Sedation
> Sedation using Intravenous Medications with Medical Doctor in attendance.
Hospital Dentistry
> General Anaesthetic in conjunction with Pacific Private Hospital.
Medicare Chronic Disease Dental Scheme
> As with most general dental practitioners, we are treating a number of patients under the Enhanced Primary Care Scheme. We happily accept patients who are eligible for the Medicare allied health and dental care initiative for chronically ill patients managed by their GP under an Enhanced Primary Care Plan. However, in most cases we do not bulk bill these patients.
To fulfil the Medicare requirements we must complete an initial consultation, provide a written quote for the patient and write a report outlining our treatment plan to the GP prior to commencing any treatment. The consultation is to be paid on the day. An estimated fee is $128.00 and the item numbers are 85012, 85022 x 2. From the examination, a thorough treatment plan will be outlined showing fees and item numbers. Patients can then take this costing to Medicare to assess their rebate and determine their out of pocket expenses prior to beginning any treatment.
It is important to understand that a referral from a GP for this program does not guarantee you are eligible. You must check the following website to ensure your eligibility: http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/provider/medicare/initiatives/teendental.jsp#N10035
Once you have accepted the treatment plan then we will require full treatment fees to be paid at each appointment. You will be issued an itemised receipt which you can then take to Medicare to claim back the rebate. It is our aim to make sure you know all the costs prior to treatment by following these steps outlined.
For further information on any of the above procedures please visit these links.
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