oral health

Liaisons with the dentist

If you are one of those people who hate the dentist then you just need to find one you really like. Adrian Ogier found a few he liked and discovered what good dental care is all about.

EPC Dental Access Scheme temporarily opens again

People with HIV (and other chronic and complex conditions) once again have access to Medicare funded dental care through private dentists, after the removal of the Enhanced Primary Care Dental program was blocked in the Senate in June.

Mouth watering

DAVID MENADUE examines the importance of saliva and good oral hygiene for people with HIV.

Smile! Medicare can now help with your dental expenses

 As part of the ‘MedicarePlus’ program announced by the federal government in March, Medicare reimbursement is now available in some circumstances for ‘allied health services,’ including dental treatment.

What's Your Problem?

 Our resident medical expert, Dr Nick Medland, answers readers’ questions about bleeding gums, hep C and oral hairy leukoplakia.