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Location
Shop 3, 4-20 Dickson Place
Dickson, ACT, 2602(Near Woolworths, beside Capital Chemist)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are your opening hours?
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- Monday 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Tuesday 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Wednesday 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Thursday 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Sunday 9:00am to 12:00pm (every second weekend)
Are there surcharges for after hours or weekend appointments?
No, we do not charge surcharge for after hours or weekend appointments.
Do you have payment plans?
Can I book an appointment on the day?
We normally set aside one or two appointments everyday for toothache and emergency appointments, though they do get booked up very quickly, so it is best to call as soon as we open to have the best chance in getting an appointment.
How often should I have a check up and clean?
It is recommended to have a check up and clean every 6 months, but the least that anyone with any number of teeth should come in to see the dentist is once a year. There is nothing wrong with investing in your health.
How often should I have a check up and clean?
It is recommended to have a check up and clean every 6 months, but the least that anyone with any number of teeth should come in to see the dentist is once a year. There is nothing wrong with investing in your health.
How much is dental treatment?
This is a commonly asked question that depends on many variable factors, such as what dental needs you require, if you hold private health insurance, many of which (provide link to "Health Fund Preferred Providers" section) provide free or considerably reduced costs preventive treatment, such as check up, clean, x-rays and fluoride treatment, and even interventive procedures, as such fillings, root canal therapy and extractions, etc., so we recommend to at least book a check up or contact our friendly reception to know more about the costs of dental treatment related to your needs and any private health insurance you hold.
What is an oral health therapist?
An oral health therapist is a registered dental clinician with dual qualifications in dental hygiene and dental therapy, which requires completing a three-year university degree, focusing on:
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- Preventive Care: Performing comprehensive check-ups, professional teeth scale, clean and polishing, applying fissure sealants and fluoride, and taking dental x-rays.
- Restorative Care: Placing fillings for children and adults (depending on localized scope and training), and any other treatment on baby teeth, including stainless steel crowns and extractions.
Supportive orthodontic tasks, such as placement of orthodontic attachments and retainers, under the direction of an orthodontist or dentist. - Education and Promotion: Teaching oral hygiene instructions, advising on diet, and scanning and fitting custom mouthguards and bleaching trays.
How do they differ from oral hygienists?
Oral health therapists have a broader scope than oral hygienists in that they not only do the same preventive care with professional scale, clean and polishing, with emphasis on oral hygiene education, but they can also perform independently without the need of supervision from a dentist:
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- Comprehensive check-ups
- Basic fillings and fissure sealants for anyone
- Any other dental treatment on baby teeth, including stainless steel crowns and extractions
- Supportive orthodontic tasks, such as placement orthodontic attachments and retainers, under the direction of an orthodontist or dentist.
- How do they differ from dentists?
A dentist has a broader scope of practice and can treat more complex dental treatment, including crowns, root canals, extractions, implants and orthodontic treatment.