Common questions we hear at EVP Dental
Welcome to the EVP Dental FAQ page. Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we receive at our practice. Whether you’re curious about treatments, appointments, or oral care tips, we’ve got you covered.
If you don’t find the information you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. Our friendly team is here to help!
General Questions
We follow the Australian Dental Association’s recommendation that children have their first dental visit by the age of 3.
At our clinic, we encourage parents to book their children in with one of our oral health therapists for a gentle and positive introduction to the dental setting. If your child is under 3, we offer two options:
Book an appointment with an Oral Health Therapist
– Ideal for younger children to become familiar with the clinic, and for parents to discuss oral health habits, teething, and feeding concerns.
Bring your child along to your own dental check-up
– This allows your child to get used to the environment. If you have specific concerns about your child’s oral health, the dentist may perform a visual check during your appointment.
Please note: We are no longer taking new under-3 patients for solo dental visits with a dentist, as these visits are generally not productive at that age.
If you have any concerns about your child’s teeth or development, we’re happy to support you — just give us a call and we’ll recommend the best approach.
We ask for a deposit of $5000. This allows us to to secure a surgery date for you and begin ordering implant components. The final balance is due 3 weeks prior to the surgery date. You are welcome to pay in full, if preferred however it is not necessary. Treatment costs cover:
– Planning
– Laboratory work
– Implant components
– Implant Surgery
– Post-operative appointments
If you need to cancel your surgery, payment is refunded. If you cancel within 4 weeks of the surgery date, a $500 admin fee applies to cover work and planning to date. Please speak with your treatment coordinator for questions about payment or finance options.
We are a group of practices owned by a corporation. All Money is held in a separate corporate bank account.
The money only comes to the clinic and treating dentist on completion of treatment. Therefore, should anything happen to the dentist or work be incomplete they will be able to get a full refund’.
To be considered for compassionate release of superannuation, you or your dependent must:
– be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand.
– not be able to cover your expenses through other means
– be suffering from a life-threatening condition, or chronic pain or mental health difficulties as a result of a condition
– provide all necessary supporting documents with your application
Early super release may be considered to help with full or partial dental costs, depending on what you are able to pay. Eligible dental treatments can include dental implants, All-On-4 implants, oral surgery and crowns.
Super Health Ensemble charges a fee of $660, which is comparable to other early super access providers. The funds released will also be subject to tax if you are below retirement age.
Dentures can last between 5 to 10 years before needing to be relined or replaced. How long your denture lasts can depend on their quality and how well they are cared for. All dentures can eventually feel loose or uncomfortable as your jawbone changes shape over time.
No. We do not use sedation for treating children. If your child is young or uncomfortable in the dental chair, we may refer you to a paediatric dentist.
Treatment depends on the size of the cavity and the child’s age. Options can include fluoride treatments for small cavities, fillings for more extensive decay, or even crowns for severely damaged teeth.
If your child is young or not comfortable to have treatment in the chair, we may refer you to a paediatric dentist who specialises in kids dentistry.
