What is the difference between 'general dental', 'major dental' and 'Orthodontics'?

Dental services are typically split into three different groups – “General Dental”, “Major Dental” and "Orthodontic". The dental treatments or procedures you can claim for depends on your level of Extras Cover. 

What does General Dental include?

The term general dental refers to routine dental treatments such as:

  • oral exams
  • scale and clean
  • removal of plaque
  • minor fillings
  • bleaching
  • x-rays, and
  • bi-maxillary mouthguards

What does Major Dental include?

In comparison, the term Major Dental refers to more complex procedures, such as:

  • dentures
  • crowns and bridges. 

What does Orthodontic include?

The term orthodontics refers to complex procedures, such as:

  • passive removable appliance
  • active removable appliance
  • functional orthopaedic appliance
  • partial banding
  • full arch banding

Where can I find a registered dentist with HIF?

You don’t need to. At HIF, we pride ourselves on maximising your choices, which means you're free to visit whichever provider you choose within Australia. Our only requirement is that Members must use healthcare providers who are legally qualified to practice in Australia, and are therefore considered 'approved' by HIF.

Need a dental benefit estimate?

If you have received a quote from your dentist for a particular set of item numbers and would like a benefit estimate from HIF, please complete our dental estimate form or call our contact centre on 1300 134 060 .

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