Helping Kids Care For Their Teeth
At Happy Chomper, we believe that empowering both kids and parents with the knowledge and skills to care for their teeth is key to building a foundation for lifelong oral health. However, we do understand that a visit to the dentist can seem daunting for both kids and their grown-ups!
That’s why our dental team has come together to implement strategies and support that make dental visits more enjoyable for kids, while helping parents establish healthy dental habits at home.
At Happy Chomper, we strive to create a welcoming, inclusive and relaxed atmosphere. Our waiting rooms feature a kid-friendly area with iPads to help entertain little ones while they wait. We also have a dedicated ‘kid-focused’ surgery room, complete with a vibrant interactive art mural by local artist Cat Dean, and a roof-mounted TV to add a bit of fun to the visit.
Many of our younger patients are cared for by our Oral Health Therapist, Jannay, who is specially trained in working with children. She has experience supporting patients who require adapted treatment approaches, including those with autism (ASD) or dental anxiety. Our experienced dentists, Dr. Chris, Dr. Hannah, and Dr. Daniel, are also highly skilled in treating children.
At Happy Chomper we believe in a collaborative approach and work closely with a number of local specialists, include Paediatric Dental Specialists and Orthodontists to bring your family the best care.
Need extra support in getting your little one (or even a bigger one!) to the Dentist? Our team is happy to discuss your needs to see if any adaptions or additional support can be provided. We are dedicated in making each visit a positive experience for all involved!
Children’s Dental Care: Costs, Fees and Health Fund Information
We strive to make dental care for children as affordable and accessible as possible. We understand that the cost of dental treatments can be a concern for many families, so we aim to provide transparent pricing and work with a variety of payment options to suit your needs.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)
The Child Dental Benefit Schedule (CDBS) is a initiative by the Australian Government aimed to assist with access to dental care. CDBS is a Medicare program that provides eligible children under the age of 17 years with up to $1,132 in benefits for basic dental services over a two-year period. Your child can receive bulk-billed checkups, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, stainless crowns, extractions and more. Families are eligible for CDBS if they receive specific government benefits such as Family Tax Benefit A or Parenting Payment. To find out if your child qualifies for the CDBS, please contact Medicare or speak with our team during your visit.
Health Fund Coverage
We accept dental extras from all major health funds and are not a health fund network provided (or ‘preferred’ provider) which you can read more about in our FAQs section! If you have private health insurance, your child’s dental care may be partially or fully covered, depending on your plan. We recommend checking with your health fund provider to confirm your level of coverage and any out-of-pocket expenses.
Payment Plans
We understand that some treatments may involve costs that are not fully covered by health insurance or CDBS. To make dental care more manageable, we offer flexible payment plans tailored to your budget. Please ask our team for more details on available options.
If you have any questions about our fees or how we can assist with your payment options, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to make your child’s dental care as stress-free as possible.