Has your child had their teeth checked in the last 12 months?

Once your child is in year 9, free basic dental care is available by enrolling with a Dentist. This is usually arranged at the child’s last dental visit with the Community Oral Health Service in school year 8. The chosen Dentist should contact you directly to make an appointment, but you can call them too.

What free dental care will my child receive?

• A yearly check-up.
  
•  X-rays if necessary.
  
• Cleaning to remove plaque and staining.
  
• Fillings for teeth that have tooth decay (holes).
  
• Extractions to remove teeth that have been badly affected by tooth decay.
  

Information for your child:

Which Dentist Should I go to?

Choosing a dentist is a bit like choosing a hairdresser. You may follow the advice of a mate, health professional or family member – but it is up to you to choose. And it’s fine if you want to change to a different dentist – you’ll just need to fill out an enrolment form when you go to your new provider.

Free U18 Dental Providers

What to do?

1. Find a dentist who offers the free care in your area (most dentists in Dunedin offer the free under 18 treatment – ask when you call).

2. Phone or visit your chosen dentist to make an appointment for a check-up.

3. Turn up for your appointment. Let the receptionist know you are there and who you are. You’ll need to fill out an enrolment form when you get there.

It’s so easy – and you can take a support person with you if you like!

For More Information

· Call 0800 672 543

· Visit www.letstalkteeth.co.nz

· Talk to your local free dentist