Dental care for older Australians needs urgent overhaul
by Dr Stephen Wong | Oct 26, 2019 | Dental Care, Prevention, Risk Factors, Senior Oral Health
The oral health of older Australians is getting worse due to inadequate dental care according to the Australian Dental Association (ADA) – with the most disadvantaged group being those situated in rural and remote areas. Furthermore, the rates of decay, cavities...The Child Dental Benefits Scheme (CDBS)
In Australia, 40% of parents don't know about $1,000 Children dental benefits.
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