Our Fees

At Nundah Village Dental, we believe in providing high-quality dentistry that prioritises your long-term oral health and overall wellbeing. It is for this reason that we choose not to participate in preferred provider schemes.

While we do not participate in preferred provider programs, we gladly accept all health funds. For more information, please read ‘Health Funds & Rebates’ below.

We are neither the cheapest nor the most expensive dental provider — and that is by design. Our fees reflect the time, care, expertise, and materials required to deliver treatment to a consistently high standard.

This allows us to:

  • Spend meaningful time with each patient
  • Provide personalised, patient-centred care
  • Use high-quality materials and modern techniques
  • Focus on long-term outcomes rather than short-term fixes
 

We stand behind the quality of our work and aim for longevity. Our goal is to help our patients achieve dental health for life — and we are proud to care for patients in their 80s and 90s who continue to enjoy healthy, functional smiles.

 

Why Quality Matters

Some patients understandably want quick treatment and to be out the door. However, an important question to consider is: will that treatment last 2 years or 20 years?

Our dentists see an average of 8 to 10 patients per day, allowing adequate time for careful diagnosis, explanation of options, and high-quality treatment. In contrast, some practices may see significantly more patients per day, which can make it difficult to consistently deliver the same level of care.

We prioritise:

  • Thorough examinations and accurate diagnosis
  • Clear explanation of all treatment options and consequences
  • Preventive care to help avoid future problems
  • A calm, friendly, and unhurried environment
 

Over the years, some patients have attended other clinics for “no gap” examinations and were advised they required extensive treatment. Upon returning to us, further investigation sometimes revealed no treatment was necessary.

While others may focus on volume or profit, we focus on the patient first — doing what is right for your dental health and peace of mind.

 

Health Funds & Rebates

We accept all health funds and offer HICAPS facilities for convenient on-the-spot claiming.

If you are consistently experiencing large out-of-pocket expenses, your current health insurance may not be the best fit for your needs.

We recommend speaking with organisations such as Fair Health Care Alliance, an independent comparison service endorsed by the ADA (Australian Dental Association). They can help you:

  • Review your current level of cover
  • Compare alternative funds
  • Potentially improve your rebates
  • Change funds while maintaining waiting periods (in many cases)
 

 

 

 

 

 

Payment Options

We understand that dental treatment can sometimes feel financially overwhelming. To help, we offer a range of payment options and will work with you to find a solution that suits your treatment plan and budget.

We accept:

  • Cash
  • EFTPOS
  • Credit cards (including AMEX)
  • HICAPS for on-the-spot health fund claims
 

Apart from the above we also have Payment Plan options if you have any upcoming treatment with us. Payment Plans need to be set-up at least 1 week prior to the first treatment appointment with our team.

Payment Plans options are through Humm and Denticare and are at their discretion as to who qualifies.

 

 

 

 

Please note: Payment Plans are only available after the initial examination and clean visit. They are also not available for everyone; it is best discussed when the treatment plan is given with our reception team.

 

Children & Family Care

We are committed to making dental care accessible for families.

  • Children under 12 will receive 40% off our standard fees
  • Adolescents (12–17 years) will receive 20% off our standard fees
 

We recommend dental visits from around 2 years of age, or earlier (from 12 months) if you notice anything unusual or have concerns.

 

Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)

Nundah Village Dental is pleased to accept the Australian Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).

Eligible children aged 0–17 may receive up to $1,158 in benefits over two calendar years for basic dental services.

Eligibility criteria include:

  • Aged between 0 and 17 years
  • Eligible for Medicare
  • Receiving certain government benefits (e.g. Family Tax Benefit Part A)
 

Please note: CDBS does not cover orthodontic or cosmetic treatments.

Our team can assist you in checking your child’s eligibility or this can be checked through Medicare.

 

The Cost of Safety & Quality

As an accredited dental practice, we maintain strict systems and ongoing assessments to ensure best practice in:

  • Infection control
  • Patient safety
  • Privacy of your personal information
 

We also use single-use endodontic (root canal) instruments. While some practices sterilise and reuse these tools, single use:

  • Reduces the risk of instrument breakage
  • Minimises the risk of cross-contamination
  • Improves consistency and safety of treatment
 

This approach does increase costs, but it reflects the standard of care we would choose for our own families — and for our patients.

 

Deposits

A deposit is taken when we use an external lab to have an indirect appliance or dental prosthodontic made. This deposit is taken at the first visit when we send the scan/impression to the lab.

This amount is generally 50% of the lab costs, and this is taken off the total cost at the ‘fit’ appointment.

A health fund quote is done prior to charging the deposit for this type of treatment as some health funds can cover over the 50%. Please let our team know if you have health insurance when booking this to complete the quote.