Community Notices

Goulburn Valley Dental Service

Graham St, Shepparton    3630

Dental Reception Phone:  58323 050

YOUR GUIDE TO THE SCHOOL DENTAL PROGRAM AT

GOULBURN VALLEY DENTAL SERVICE.

WHO CAN USE THE SCHOOL DENTAL SERVICE (SDS)?

• All primary school children in grades prep to six
• All children enrolled in Special or Special Development Schools
• Children in years seven to twelve whose parents hold a current Concession or Health Care Card
• All children aged 2-17 years of age eligible for the Child Dental Benefit Schedule (Funded by Medicare)

WHAT TYPE OF CARE IS OFFERED?

• Examinations (check ups)
• Treatment, including:
  • Dental sealants to prevent decay
  • Application of fluoride
  • Fillings
  • X-rays
  • Extractions

WHO PROVIDES THE TREATMENT?

• All general treatment is provided by Dental Therapists
• More complex care is performed by Dentists

HOW OFTEN CAN I USE THE SDS?

Once enrolled, your child will receive a notice of offer every 12 or 24

Months according to their identified risk status.

Low Risk:

• Children at low-risk of dental disease will  be contacted every 24 months

High Risk:

• Children at high-risk will be contacted every 12 months

WHAT DOES IT COST?

• The service is free as well as Medicare Bulk Billing

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR CHILD?

Please have your P.C.C/H.C.C (if applicable) and your Medicare card available and contact Goulburn Valley Dental Service on telephone 58 323 006 between 8.30. and 5.pm, Monday to Friday.

Your child will not be placed on a waiting list for dental care. 

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