Adelaide Smile Centre’s Dentistry FAQ

Adelaide Smile Centre’s Dentistry FAQ

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What to know before you arrive!

new patient in dentist chair

Q: Does Adelaide Smile Centre accept new patients?

We are always happy to see new patients at our practice. Please call us at  08 8347 2222  to arrange your first appointment with one of our dentists and one of our Oral Health Therapists.


Please also print and fill out the Patient Info PDF to bring with you to your first appointment. 

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Q: Which health funds do you accept? 
Are you a Bupa preferred provider?
A: We accept all health funds and are a preferred provider for BUPA, HCF and CBHS, which means you save more!

Q: How can I pay for my dental treatment?
A: At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. 
We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable 
financial planning. 

We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:
• Cash
• Visa
• MasterCard
• EFTPOS
Q: Which health funds do you accept? Are you a Bupa preferred provider?
A: We accept all health funds and 
are a preferred provider for BUPA, 
HCF and CBHS, which means you save more!

Q: How can I pay for my 
dental treatment?
A: At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable financial planning. 

We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:
• Cash
• Visa
• MasterCard
• EFTPOS
card transaction
Q: Which health funds do you accept? 
Are you a Bupa preferred provider?
A: We accept all health funds and are a preferred provider for BUPA, HCF and CBHS, which means you save more!

Q: How can I pay for my dental treatment?
A: At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. 
We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable 
financial planning. 

We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:
• Cash
• Visa
• MasterCard
• EFTPOS
Q: Which health funds do you accept? Are you a Bupa preferred provider?
A: We accept all health funds and 
are a preferred provider for BUPA, 
HCF and CBHS, which means you save more!

Q: How can I pay for my 
dental treatment?
A: At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable financial planning. 

We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:
• Cash
• Visa
• MasterCard
• EFTPOS
card transaction

Q: Which health funds do you accept? 

Are you a Bupa preferred provider?

We accept all health funds and are a preferred provider for BUPA, HCF, NIB and CBHS, which means you save more!


Q: How can I pay for my dental treatment?

At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. 

We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable 

financial planning. 


We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:

• Visa

• MasterCard

• EFTPOS

Q: Which health funds do you accept? Are you a Bupa preferred provider?
A: We accept all health funds and 
are a preferred provider for BUPA, 
HCF and CBHS, which means you save more!

Q: How can I pay for my 
dental treatment?
A: At Adelaide Smile Centre payment is required on day of treatment. We provide written treatment plans for our patients to enable financial planning. 

We offer HICAPS facilities for faster and efficient processing of your Health Fund Claims. We also accept the following forms of payment:
• Cash
• Visa
• MasterCard
• EFTPOS
woman brushing her teeth
Q: What is an Oral Health Therapist?
A: Oral health therapists are dental professionals who are dual qualified in dental therapy and dental hygiene. Oral health therapists provide dental care to children, adolescents and adults.

Q: How often do I need to see the Dentist and Oral 
Health Therapist?
A: We recommend patients to see our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist every six months. Hygiene appointments are performed routinely and are essential for the treatment and prevention of gum disease, as well as aid in the early detection of tooth decay. Our team of experienced Oral Health Therapists are passionate about educating patients on brushing techniques, nutrition and other lifestyle factors to help maintain
good oral health for a lifetime.
Q: What is an Oral Health Therapist?
A: Oral health therapists are dental professionals who are dual qualified 
in dental therapy and dental hygiene. Oral health therapists provide dental care to children, adolescents 
and adults.

Q: How often do I need to see the Dentist and Oral Health Therapist?
A: We recommend patients to see our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist every six months. Hygiene appointments are performed routinely and are essential for the treatment and prevention of gum disease, as well as aid in the early detection of tooth decay. Our team of experienced Oral Health Therapists are passionate about educating patients on brushing techniques, nutrition and other lifestyle factors to help maintain good oral health for a lifetime.
woman brushing her teeth

Q: What is an Oral Health Therapist?

Oral health therapists are dental professionals who are dual qualified in dental therapy and dental hygiene. Oral health therapists provide dental care to children, adolescents and adults.


Q: How often do I need to see the Dentist and Oral 

Health Therapist?

We recommend patients to see our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist every six months. Hygiene appointments are performed routinely and are essential for the treatment and prevention of gum disease, as well as aid in the early detection of tooth decay. Our team of experienced Oral Health Therapists are passionate about educating patients on brushing techniques, nutrition and other lifestyle factors to help maintain

good oral health for a lifetime.

Q: What is an Oral Health Therapist?
A: Oral health therapists are dental professionals who are dual qualified 
in dental therapy and dental hygiene. Oral health therapists provide dental care to children, adolescents 
and adults.

Q: How often do I need to see the Dentist and Oral Health Therapist?
A: We recommend patients to see our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist every six months. Hygiene appointments are performed routinely and are essential for the treatment and prevention of gum disease, as well as aid in the early detection of tooth decay. Our team of experienced Oral Health Therapists are passionate about educating patients on brushing techniques, nutrition and other lifestyle factors to help maintain good oral health for a lifetime.
Be sure to call us if you have any other questions
Be sure to call us if you have any other questions
(08) 8347 2222
Q: What simple steps can I take to achieve healthy teeth and gums?
A: 
• Brush your teeth morning and night, make sure your toothbrush is soft and has a small head in order to get back to the hard to reach areas
• Brush gently, as your aim is to only loosen up the debris and rinse
• Replace your toothbrush every three months
• Remember to floss before bed time
• Use fluoride toothpaste
• Visit us regularly for examinations and cleanings
• Avoid smoking
• Avoid excessive alcohol consumption

Q: How soon can I take my child to see the 
Dentist and Oral Health Therapist?
A: Children as young as 18 months can visit our office for their first appointment. They will meet our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist 
who will look after yourchildren’s teeth so they grow a health smile. 
We provide dental services and will follow through with oral health 
and dietary advice as well.

Q: What simple steps can I take to achieve healthy teeth and gums?
A: 
• Brush your teeth morning and night,     make sure your toothbrush is soft         and has a small head in order to get     back to the hard to reach areas
• Brush gently, as your aim is to only       loosen up the debris and rinse
• Replace your toothbrush every 
  three months
• Remember to floss before bed time
• Use fluoride toothpaste
• Visit us regularly for examinations       and cleanings
• Avoid smoking
• Avoid excessive 
  alcohol consumption

Q: How soon can I take my child to see the Dentist and Oral 
Health Therapist?
A: Children as young as 18 months can visit our office for their first appointment. They will meet our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist who will look after your children’s teeth so they grow a health smile. We provide dental services and will follow through with oral health and dietary advice as well.

Be sure to call us if you have any other questions
Be sure to call us if you have
any other questions
(08) 8347 2222
Q: What simple steps can I take to achieve healthy teeth and gums?
A: 
• Brush your teeth morning and night, make sure your toothbrush is soft and has a small head in order to get back to the hard to reach areas
• Brush gently, as your aim is to only loosen up the debris and rinse
• Replace your toothbrush every three months
• Remember to floss before bed time
• Use fluoride toothpaste
• Visit us regularly for examinations and cleanings
• Avoid smoking
• Avoid excessive alcohol consumption

Q: How soon can I take my child to see the Dentist and Oral Health Therapist?
A: Children as young as 18 months can visit our office for their first appointment. They will meet our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist 
who will look after your children’s teeth so they grow a health smile. 
We provide dental services and will follow through with oral health 
and dietary advice as well.

Be sure to call us if you have any other questions
Be sure to call us if you have any other questions
(08) 8347 2222

Q: What simple steps can I take to achieve healthy teeth and gums?

• Brush your teeth morning and night, make sure your toothbrush is soft and has a small head in order to get back to the hard to reach areas

• Brush gently, as your aim is to only loosen up the debris and rinse

• Replace your toothbrush every three months

• Remember to floss before bed time

• Use fluoride toothpaste

• Visit us regularly for examinations and cleanings

• Avoid smoking

• Avoid excessive alcohol consumption


Q: How soon can I take my child to see the 

Dentist and Oral Health Therapist?

Children as young as 18 months can visit our office for their first appointment. They will meet our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist 

who will look after your children’s teeth so they grow a healthy smile. 

We provide dental services and will follow through with oral health 

and dietary advice as well.


Q: What simple steps can I take to achieve healthy teeth and gums?
A: 
• Brush your teeth morning and night,     make sure your toothbrush is soft         and has a small head in order to get     back to the hard to reach areas
• Brush gently, as your aim is to only       loosen up the debris and rinse
• Replace your toothbrush every 
  three months
• Remember to floss before bed time
• Use fluoride toothpaste
• Visit us regularly for examinations       and cleanings
• Avoid smoking
• Avoid excessive 
  alcohol consumption

Q: How soon can I take my child to see the Dentist and Oral 
Health Therapist?
A: Children as young as 18 months can visit our office for their first appointment. They will meet our Dentist and Oral Health Therapist who will look after your children’s teeth so they grow a health smile. We provide dental services and will follow through with oral health and dietary advice as well.

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