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Need a dentist over the June 2016 long weekend?

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nib Dental Care Centres have dentists available at selected centres over this Queen’s birthday, June long weekend, 11th to 13th June 2016.

Please see below for opening hours at your nearest nib Dental Care Centre over the 2016 June long weekend.

Click on your nearest nib Dental Care Centre to book an appointment online.

Chatswood – open Sunday 12th June from 10.00am

Glendale – open every day over June Long Weekend from 10.00am

Parramatta – open every day over June Long Weekend from 10.00am

Melbourne – open Monday, 13th June from 9.30am

 

$1,000 Child Dental Benefits Schedule

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On 23 April 2016, the Australian Government announced its intention to close the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) from 1 July 2016. As the legislation was not passed by Parliament before the Government entered into caretaker arrangements on 9 May 2016, the CDBS remains open.

What is included in the CDBS?

The CDBS provides individual benefits for a range of services including examinations, x-rays, cleaning, fissure sealing, fillings, root canals and extractions. Benefits are not available for orthodontic or cosmetic dental work and cannot be paid for any services provided in a hospital.

The total benefit entitlement is capped at $1,000 per child over a two calendar year period. The CDBS has a means test, which requires receipt of Family Tax Benefit Part A or a relevant Australian Government payment.

If you have been advised that your child was eligible in 2016 for CDBS, please call 1300 345 300 to check your eligibility or book an appointment. 

 

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Learn basic teeth cleaning facts & tips

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 What type of toothbrush should I use?

Did you know the first toothbrush was made in China in 1498 using hair from hogs, horses and badgers? Fortunately, we have come a long way since 1498 and today you have access to a wide range of toothbrushes. So which one is best for you? Dentists recommend a toothbrush with a small head (approximately 1.3 to 2.5 cms) and soft nylon bristles with rounded ends to avoid damaging your gums and teeth.

Once you have found a toothbrush that you are comfortable with, don’t forget to change them for a new toothbrush every three to four months or as soon as the brush looks like a shaggy dog with splayed bristles. If you have been sick it’s advisable to get a new toothbrush as soon as you are feeling better. You may need to change children’s toothbrushes a little more often as they tend to brush a little harder and /or chew on the brush head and the bristles quickly scuff.

If you prefer to use an electric toothbrush remember to change the heads as frequently as you would your hand held toothbrush.

How long should I brush for?

It’s important to brush your teeth at least twice a day and use toothpaste that contains fluoride to help strengthen and protect against tooth decay.

Most dentists recommend brushing for two minutes, making sure that you use short, gentle strokes to brush all surfaces of your teeth and also your gumline. You should also remember to brush the top of your tongue, where plaque can build up.

Should I use floss?
Yes, flossing is the best way to clean in between teeth which are close together. Floss either before or after you brush your teeth to remove bits of food that may be caught between your teeth. To floss effectively you should use approximately 45 to 60cm of floss, wrap the ends around your index and middle fingers and move the floss backwards and forwards and up and down to clean between each tooth.

 

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Need a dentist this ANZAC Day?

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Dental services are available at nib Dental Care Centres over the ANZAC long weekend 2016.

If you need a dentist over the ANZAC break a number of nib Dental Care Centres will be open.

The centres below will be operating to provide you with a full range of dental services, including emergency dental.

Click on your nearest nib Dental Care Centre to book an appointment online.

Chatswood – open every day over the ANZAC weekend

Glendale –  open every day over the ANZAC weekend

Parramatta  – open every day over the ANZAC weekend

Melbourne – open after 1.00pm on ANZAC Day

Wollongong – open after 1.00pm on ANZAC Day

Need a dentist over the Easter Long Weekend?

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Dental services are available at nib Dental Care Centres over the Easter Long Weekend 2016.

If you need a dentist over the Easter break a number of nib Dental Care Centres will be open.

The centres below will be operating to provide you with a full range of dental services, including emergency dental.

Click on your nearest nib Dental Care Centre to book an appointment online.

Chatswood – open every day over Easter from 10.00am

Glendale – open every day over Easter from 10.00am

Parramatta – open every day over Easter from 10.00am

Melbourne – open Easter Saturday and Easter Monday

Wollongong – open Easter Saturday

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