Time's Running Out: How to Make the Most of Your Health Fund for Dental Care in Tamworth

Can you believe it''s almost the end of the year? As the year draws to a close, this is your chance to prioritise your dental health needs. If you have been putting off dental treatment because you''re too busy or trying to avoid the dentist, the countdown is on to make the most of your hard-earned health fund benefits before they expire.

Why Use Your Benefits Before Year-End

Benefits Don''t Roll Over

Most health funds:

• Reset on December 31st or your anniversary date
• Don''t carry unused benefits to the next year
• Have annual limits for dental services
• Cover preventive care at higher rates

Maximise Your Investment

You''re paying for these benefits, so:

• Schedule your check-up and clean
• Complete any recommended treatment
• Use your orthodontic allowance
• Get preventive treatments covered

Treatments to Consider

Preventive Care

Often 100% covered:

• Check-ups and examinations
• Professional cleaning
• X-rays
• Fluoride treatments

General Treatments

Typically covered at 60-80%:

• Fillings
• Extractions
• Root canals
• Gum treatments

Major Dental

Usually covered at 50-60%:

• Crowns and bridges
• Dentures
• Implants (with some funds)
• Orthodontics

Planning for Multiple Treatments

If you need extensive work:

• Start treatment before year-end
• Continue in the new year
• Split costs across two benefit periods
• Maximise your total coverage

We Accept All Health Funds

At Oasis Smiles Dental:

• HICAPS on-site for instant claims
• We work with all major funds
• No gap for preventive care with many funds
• Easy payment options available

Book now before the year-end rush!