Access SuperCare to Make Dental Treatments More Affordable

Manage dental treatment costs with SuperCare by accessing your superannuation. Our clinic supports this payment option to make dental care more manageable and tailored to your financial situation.

Learn About SuperCare and Its Role in
Dental Financing

SuperCare is a payment option that lets you access your superannuation to pay for dental treatments. It simplifies the financing of dental care by offering a practical, flexible way to manage expenses. This service helps make essential dental treatments more affordable, providing an easier pathway to better oral health.

Start Your Journey To a Healthier, Happier Smile

At The Prestige Smiles in Treeby, we’re passionate about helping you achieve and maintain a smile you’ll feel proud of. Whether you’re due for a routine check-up, seeking to refresh your smile’s appearance, or need urgent dental care, we’re ready to welcome you with compassion, expertise, and genuine care.

SuperCare Eligibility Guidelines for Affordable Dental Care Access

SuperCare offers a flexible way to manage dental care expenses by allowing you to access your superannuation. Understanding the eligibility guidelines is vital so that you can take full advantage of this payment option. Here are the key requirements to keep in mind:

  1. Age Requirement: You must be over 18 to qualify for SuperCare and access your superannuation.
  2. Superannuation Funds: You need to have sufficient funds in your superannuation to cover the costs of the dental treatment. The available balance will be assessed before approval.
  3. Treatment Necessity: The dental treatment must be deemed necessary and urgent by a registered dentist.
  4. No Concurrent Financial Assistance: You should not be receiving any other form of financial assistance for your dental treatment.

Payment Options Available at Prestige Smiles

Your dental health is our priority, and so is your financial comfort. That’s why we provide a range of payment options to make quality dental care accessible and affordable.
  • Child Dental Benefits Schedule
    Eligible children can access essential dental services under the Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule. Designed to support both oral and overall health, CDBS helps make early dental care more accessible for families.
  • Dental Services for DVA Card Holders
    We proudly support Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) cardholders, offering access to specific dental treatments to help maintain oral health with convenience and respect for your service.
  • Afterpay
    Enjoy the flexibility of spreading your dental costs over four equal instalments — interest-free. Afterpay lets you receive the care you need now and pay over time, making dental treatments easier to manage within your budget.
  • Zip
    With Zip, you can access dental treatments today and pay later with a flexible repayment schedule that suits you. No upfront payments needed.
  • SuperCare
    SuperCare may assist eligible patients in accessing their superannuation early to fund necessary dental treatments. Our team can guide you through the SuperCare process to make it as smooth as possible.
  • Pretty Penny Finance
    Looking for personalised dental financing solutions? Pretty Penny Finance offers tailored repayment options to help you manage treatment costs comfortably and confidently.
  • HBF
    As an HBF-preferred provider, we offer quality dental care to HBF members, helping to reduce out-of-pocket expenses across a range of treatments.
  • CBHS
    We proudly partner with CBHS Health Fund to deliver affordable, personalised dental care for members, supporting better oral health outcomes.
  • HIF
    As a preferred provider for HIF members, we make it easier to access cost-effective dental services while maintaining the highest standards of care.

We Accept All Health Funds to Make Every Visit Smooth and Stress-Free

All health funds are welcome, offering convenience and peace of mind for every patient. Our team works efficiently to simplify claims and make the entire process straightforward for covered treatments.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Understand SuperCare’s role in making dental care more affordable through our informative FAQ section. Discover how it works and how it can benefit your oral health needs.

Which dental procedures can be paid for with SuperCare?

SuperCare facilitates the early release of superannuation funds to cover a wide range of dental procedures, including:

  • General Dentistry:
    This covers routine check-ups, cleanings, fillings, and other basic dental care services essential for maintaining good oral health.
  • Crowns:
    These tooth-shaped caps are used to restore the shape, size, and strength of damaged teeth, improving both function and appearance.
  • Root Canal Therapy:
    This procedure addresses infected tooth pulp and prevents further damage, preserving teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted.
  • Periodontal Treatment:
    This type of treatment addresses issues related to the structures supporting teeth, including various stages of gum disease.
  • Orthodontics:
    This includes comprehensive treatments like braces and aligners that are designed to adjust teeth alignment and improve overall oral health.
  • Dental Implants:
    These are surgical components that replace missing teeth, providing patients with a natural-looking and fully functional option for tooth loss.

To use SuperCare at Prestige Smiles, here are the steps:

  1. Initial Consultation:
    Schedule an appointment with us. Discuss your treatment plan and obtain a cost estimate from the dentist.
  2. Application Process:
    Inform your dentist that you’re interested in using SuperCare for financing. Our team will submit your details to SuperCare using an online referral form. A SuperCare consultant will then contact you to assist with completing application forms and collecting necessary documentation.
  3. Documentation:
    SuperCare will help you gather the required documents, including:
    • Medical reports
    • An itemised quote or unpaid invoice for the treatment
    • A copy of your treatment plan
  4. Submission and Approval:
    SuperCare reviews your application for completeness. They then submit it to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for approval, usually taking up to 14 days for assessment.
  5. Funding and Treatment:
    If approved, the ATO will notify you. Funds are released and transferred directly to our dental clinic, and you can proceed with your dental treatment without delay.

The SuperCare application process usually takes between four and six weeks from start to finish. This timeline allows for various stages of the application:

  1. Initial Consultation:
    During your consultation, your dentist will develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
  2. Online Application:
    Completing the SuperCare application can take a few hours to a day, depending on your preparedness.
  3. Document Submission:
    This stage involves gathering and submitting required documents, which may take a few days to complete.
  4. Application Review:
    SuperCare will review your application, a process that is usually completed within three to five business days.
  5. Outcome Notification:
    You will receive notification of the application outcome, often within a week after the review is completed.
  6. Fund Release:
    If approved, the funds will be released and paid directly to the dental clinic. This process may take up to 14 days.

Applying for SuperCare requires providing specific personal and medical information to facilitate the early release of superannuation funds for dental treatments. The following details are usually required when submitting a SuperCare application:

  • Personal Information:
    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, and nationality. You also need to supply your contact details, including your residential address, phone number, and email address.
  • Superannuation Details:
    You must include information about your superannuation fund, including the fund name and your member number.
  • Medical Documentation:
    You must submit medical records and a treatment plan from your dental provider outlining the procedure’s necessity.
  • Financial Information:
    You need to provide evidence of financial hardship and inability to pay for the treatment through other means.
  • Identification Documents:
    You must submit copies of government-issued identification documents to verify your identity.
  • Consent Forms:
    You must sign consent forms allowing SuperCare to access your superannuation information and communicate with relevant parties on your behalf.

SuperCare allows you to access your superannuation for dental care with no explicit limit on how many times it can be used. You can apply as often as needed, provided you meet the eligibility criteria each time. However, each application is assessed individually based on specific requirements.

The early release of superannuation for dental care is granted on compassionate grounds and requires approval from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Each request is carefully reviewed so that the funds are used exclusively for the intended medical purpose.

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