Fees and Payment

Care For Smiles offers a very competitive pricing structure, however, fees can vary depending on the complexity of the treatment.

Compared to the 2011 and 2012 National Dental Fees Survey conducted by the Australian Dental Association (ADA), the Care For Smiles fee structure is lower or equal to the median fee given in the survey. We do not cut our costs by reducing the time spent with clients, or use cheaper/inferior materials, or compromise our infection control protocols. Care For Smiles only uses Australian dental laboratories.

Before commencing any work, our dentist will discuss the treatment options available and costs with you. A treatment plan to suit your needs will be created and a written estimate or quotation provided for any major dental work.

Lowering the cost of dental care

The best way to lower the cost of dental care is to prevent dental decay and gum disease through maintaining good oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing.

Regular check-ups and early intervention are a relatively inexpensive way to avoid potentially higher costs in the future.

You can also take advantage of the Special Offers available at Care For Smiles.

Children Under Six

Children under six years of age receive their first visit for free when accompanying a paying adult. Each child also receives a show bag.

Warning: Sometimes it is difficult to get the child to leave since going to the dentist is such a fun experience.

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Holders of Seniors and Carers Card

Care For Smiles offers a 10% discount to holders of a valid Seniors card or a valid Carers card (conditions apply).

Medicare Teen Vouchers accepted

Bulk Billing

DVA Gold and White Cards

Care For Smiles bulk bills (conditions apply) valid treatments to holders of a Medicare Teen Dental Plan Voucher or holders of a Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) Gold or White Cards.

Payment options

Payment is required on the day of treatment unless otherwise arranged. Where the treatment occurs in several stages, progressive payments occur.

EFTPOS, Credit cards and HICAPS accepted

Care For Smiles accepts cash, EFTPOS, American Express, Mastercard and Visa.

Care For Smiles can process private health insurance funds claims on the spot using HICAPS. You only pay the difference between the Care For Smiles fee and the amount claimed from your health fund (the gap amount). Remember to bring your health insurance card to your appointment.

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