Fully Funded URGENT and EMERGENCY treatment for Children up to 17 years of age

These services include:

• Examinations Radiographs (if required)

• Root canal fillings

• Extractions (but not orthodontic extractions)

Commonly Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Free Dental For Kids & Teens?

Children with urgent or emergency treatment need that are unable to get into their own dentist, unable to see a School Dental Therapist, or have been referred to us by a School Dental Therapist.

How often can my child visit the dentist for free?

If they have issues with their teeth such as pain, they are allowed to make fully funded appointments during which the tooth will be evaluated.

What is involved?

Our dentist or in-house Dental Therapist, will assess your child’s dental problems and treat them accordingly, if this cannot be done in-house, for example, if sedation or general anaesthetic is needed, a referral can be facilitated.

What happens if my child is 18?

Unfortunately when your child turns 18 they are no longer eligible for free dental treatment.

If your child is in pain we can treat them for FREE* 

*Child must be a NZ resident, Must have tried to be seen at the school dental nurse prior to contacting us.