Question 1

What will the Clinician do in the consultation?

Accepted Answer

At the first appointment, your Clinician and the team will complete a comprehensive history and examination. This includes a complete review of your medical and dental histories, and if necessary obtain imaging, clinical photographs and study models. Following this exam, the Clinician will discuss your diagnosis, and formulate a treatment plan that you are comfortable with. Subsequent appointments will be scheduled according to your needs.

Question 2

How long will my first appointment be?

Accepted Answer

We are a busy practice and try our best to run on time. However, on occasion we accommodate urgent cases and may be delayed on the day. A typical initial appointment is 40 minutes, but we ask you to allow at least 1 hour for your consultation in case we need to spend a little longer with you to provide the best care.

Question 3

Can I claim through Medicare?

Accepted Answer

Unlike medical services, Medicare does not provide a rebate for most dental services. However, your Private Health Insurance Fund will typically provide a rebate if you have dental cover. The extent of your cover depends on the type of policy you have selected, so we are unable to advise on the rebate that you will receive. We recommend that you contact your Private Health Insurance Fund prior to your appointment to determine your level of cover.

Question 4

Do I need a referral?

Accepted Answer

A referral from your medical, dental or allied health practitioner is recommended and maybe a requirement for claiming.

Question 5

Will I need scans or imaging prior to my appointment?

Accepted Answer

You do not need any prior imaging done before your consultations, however if you have had any previous scans or imaging, we would request a copy of the reports. We do not offer imaging services on site. If your Clinician requires further imaging or investigations, you will be referred accordingly.

Question 6

What treatment plan options do I have?

Accepted Answer

At Perth Oral Medicine and Dental Sleep Centre we offer a range of treatment options, individualised for your needs. This includes but is not limited to exercises, oral appliance therapy, biopsy, injectables, laser therapy, sleep devices, medication including botulinum toxin and surgery if necessary.

Question 7

Is there a “discount” for Health Care Card /Pensioner Card holders?

Accepted Answer

Health Care Card and Pension Card Holders attract a 10% courtesy reduction on our fees.

Question 8

How soon can I get in with a Clinician?

Accepted Answer

As we are a busy practice, we encourage you to call us on 9376 6789 and one of our friendly staff will confirm the earliest availability of our Clincians. We do our best to find a date, time and location that is mutually suitable.

Question 9

What do I need to bring before the consultation?

Accepted Answer

Please complete and sign the New Patient Form and submit it online or email it back to us prior to your appointment. We also kindly request that you bring any existing oral appliances, and previous consultation, biopsy and imaging reports to the appointment with you.

Frequently
Asked Questions

What will the Clinician do in the consultation?

How long will my first appointment be?

Can I claim through Medicare?

Do I need a referral?

Will I need scans or imaging prior to my appointment?

What treatment plan options do I have?

Is there a “discount” for Health Care Card /Pensioner Card holders?

How soon can I get in with a Clinician?

What do I need to bring before the consultation?

Clinic Hours

Frequently Asked Questions

What will the Clinician do in the consultation?

How long will my first appointment be?

Can I claim through Medicare?

Do I need a referral?

Will I need scans or imaging prior to my appointment?

What treatment plan options do I have?

Is there a “discount” for Health Care Card /Pensioner Card holders?

How soon can I get in with a Clinician?

What do I need to bring before the consultation?

Clinic Hours

Frequently
Asked Questions