Noone particularly likes visits to the dentist, but the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has reported that those who actively avoid the dentist are three times more likely to have tooth decay. Continue Reading
The dangers of DIY tooth whitening
We all know a beautiful white smile can dramatically improve our appearance, but how far would you go for perfect pearly whites? Many people opt for the DIY option, but The Australian Dental Association has reported that dentists are seeing an increasing number of patients with mouth injuries due to home teeth bleaching. Continue Reading
Do whitening toothpastes work?
A Choice investigation looked at 17 toothpastes and spoke to dental experts to discover if there was any truth to marketing claims. Discover their results. Continue Reading
2012 budget injects half a billion dollars in dental care
The papers have reported that the new budget will include half a billion dollars dedicated to dental care for those who need it most. Continue Reading
Medicare Teen Dental Plan
If your child is aged between 12-17 years, you could be eligible to receive a benefit from the Government to contribute towards the cost of their dental treatment under the Medicare Teen Dental Plan. Continue Reading
Health insurance and dental treatment (part 2)
Part 2 of our guide on claiming dental treatment under health insurance. Continue Reading
Health insurance and dental treatment (part 1)
Dental treatment is one of the most frequently claimed services under health insurance, but many people still don’t know how it works, or whether it’s worth it. Here’s part 1 of our guide on claiming dental treatment under health insurance. Continue Reading
Medicare’s Chronic Disease Dental Care
Did you know that you may be eligible to receive Medicare assistance for dental services? That’s right. If you receive a referral from a GP fitting certain criteria, Medicare will pay benefits up to $4,250 for dental care over two years under the Chronic Disease Dental Scheme. Continue Reading
AIHW report on oral health in Australia
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare released a report on the state of oral health and dental care in Australia for 2011. Here’s a summary. Continue Reading
Healthy teeth for a healthy heart
Could regular teeth brushing and check ups reduce your risk of having a heart attack? Some health professionals are convinced that good oral health can lead to a healthy heart. Continue Reading
