Using superannuation on compassionate grounds for dental treatment
Patients may be eligible to apply to the ATO for Compassionate Release of Superannuation to help pay for essential dental treatment for themselves or an eligible family member.
The ATO is responsible for assessing applications and deciding whether funds can be released. Early release superannuation applications are only available in certain circumstances, and not all dental conditions or treatments will qualify.
Eligibility for using your super to pay for treatment for a family member is determined under superannuation law (including the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 and associated regulations). For personalised information about eligibility and the application process, please refer to the ATO website or SuperCare.
Who might consider applying for Early Release of Superannuation?
Orthodontics
Orthodontics is the term used to refer to the treatment of irregularities in the teeth and jaws. The most common example of Orthodontics is the application of Braces to straighten teeth.
Implants
A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the bone of the jaw to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture, facial prosthesis or to act as an orthodontic anchor. Implants create the most natural and life-like solution to a missing tooth. The virtually indistinguishable from your other teeth.
Root Canal
A root canal is a dental procedure to treat infection or damage within a tooth’s pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. The process involves numbing the area, creating an access opening, removing the infected pulp, cleaning and shaping the root canals, and filling them with a biocompatible material to prevent further infection. Finally, the tooth is restored with a filling or crown. This procedure can save a severely damaged tooth.
Crowns
A dental crown is a cap placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to restore its shape, strength, function, and appearance. Made from materials such as porcelain, ceramic, metal, or resin, a crown fully encases the visible portion of the tooth above the gum line. It is used to protect a weak tooth, restore a broken or worn-down tooth, cover and support a tooth with a large filling, hold a dental bridge in place, or cover a dental implant. Crowns help preserve the tooth and improve oral health.
Periodontics
Periodontics services focus on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, which affects the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. We can treat conditions such as gingivitis (gum inflammation), periodontitis (severe gum disease), and gum recession. We can perform procedures like scaling and root planing (deep cleaning), gum grafts, and dental implants. Our primary goal is to maintain the health, function, and aesthetics of your teeth’s supporting tissues and structures, ensuring optimal oral health for our patients.
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of dental conditions such as the removal of impacted teeth, placement of dental implants, corrective jaw surgery, and treatment of facial trauma. It also includes addressing complex tooth extractions and surgical interventions for oral diseases and defects, ensuring both functional and aesthetic outcomes for dental patients.
Braces And Aligners
Braces and Clear Aligners can be used for a number of conditions where teeth need to move into a new position. These include crooked teeth, crowded teeth, large gaps between teeth, overbite and underbites. Braces are just not a cosmetic procedure to improve the look of your smile – they can also be a permanent orthodontic solution to serious dental conditions.
SuperCare can help you
To help you understand a bit more about who SuperCare are call us on 1300 066 427 and ask our friendly staff, we are happy to help you with your dental care needs.
For more information check out this website: https://www.mysupercare.com.au/our-services/dental/dental-one/
