Financial Options
Our Orthodontic Financial Options And Payment Plans
We are pleased to be able to provide affordable high quality specialist orthodontic treatment. Our practice offers simple treatment payment options for your convenience. Following assessment of your individual needs you will be provided with an itemised treatment quotation.
We can then offer a payment plan tailored to suit your orthodontic treatment. This consists of an initial deposit paid to the practice, followed by monthly Direct Debit payment instalments of a mutually agreed amount, once treatment commences. Payments are interest free and usually spread over 12 to 24 months.
Alternatively, a discount for payment in full may apply. This can be further discussed with our front desk staff.
We accept payment by Electronic Funds Transfer, cash, cheque, Debit and Credit card (Visa and MasterCard Credit Cards only). Our bank account and Patient reference details will be provided upon request.
A Direct Debit payment plan can help you achieve the Smile you want and deserve.
This enables us to focus on you, your orthodontic treatment and ultimately your SMILE.
Health Insurance For Orthodontic Treatments
Comprehensive itemised quotations are supplied prior to commencement of orthodontic care so you may check your health insurance entitlements. If your health insurance cover includes Orthodontic treatment, you will benefit from reduced personal costs.
Many health insurance policies have a lifetime orthodontic benefit that is distinct from regular dental insurance and waiting periods apply. However, insurance policies do vary, so it may be in your best interest to discuss your policy with your insurance company. Please Bring your Health Fund Card with you to your visits.
Accounts are finalised with our practice and you will be issued will all relevant documentation to then claim back from your fund directly yourself. Some items can be claimed immediately via our HICAPS machine, however not all. Comprehensive orthodontic specific codes, in particular Braces and Appliances are usually claimed through your health fund’s office, or their online claim process.
Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover Orthodontic treatment.
Health Industry Claims and Payment Service.