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Australian Dental Association – Teeth.org.au

The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is the peak national body for dentists in Australia. Encouraging the improvement of the oral and general health of the public is a key objective of the ADA.

The ADA has created Teeth.org.au and annually leads the Dental Health Week Campaign to improve awareness and education of dental health in Australia.

Vision and mission

Teeth.org.au is Australia’s home of healthy smiles, providing accessible and up-to-date oral health information and resources to help Australian’s keep their teeth and smile for life.

How Teeth.org.au can help

  • Teeth.org.au provides information on oral health care, dental conditions, and treatments, as well as lifestyle factors linked to oral health through written articles and audio and video multimedia. All information is evidence-based and written and reviewed by dentists around Australia.
  • Teeth.org.au provides advice on accessing dental care, including Government care and Government-run schemes within Australia.
  • Dental Health Week is held annually in the first full week of August. It is an awareness campaign that aims to broaden awareness of the importance of dental health and to provide health practitioners with resources to educate their patients.

Information lines / help lines

  • Call 02 8815 3333 Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm, AEST

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Australian Dental Association – Teeth.org.au.

Last reviewed: July 2025

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How does alcohol effect your teeth and gums? Tooth erosion and oral cancer are more likely to develop in long-term, heavy drinkers.

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Alternative Therapies | teeth.org.au

Recommendations from health professionals should be backed by scientific evidence. Some advice on the internet is suggested to be safe and effective but not backed by scientific evidence.

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It is important that antibiotics are only taken when they are really needed. At the dentist, there are certain times you may need to take antibiotics. Here are three reasons you may not need antibiotics at the dentist.

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Baby and Toddler Oral Health | teeth.org.au

We’ve written this dental care guide for baby teeth, babies and toddlers, so you know what to expect as your child grows and dental health care needs change.

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Brushing Teeth | teeth.org.au

Brushing your teeth morning and night every day isn’t just to keep your mouth feeling fresh and clean. This page covers everything you need to know about brushing, how to do it correctly and other oral health tips.

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Cancer Treatment | teeth.org.au

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy treatments for cancer can lead to side effects in the mouth. Side effects can include mouth soreness and mouth ulcers (oral mucositis), a dry mouth, and a change in the ability to taste.

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Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) | teeth.org.au

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) was introduced by the Federal Government to help children access dental care. Eligible children can access $1,095 worth of dental care at private or public dental clinics.

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Factors to consider when choosing a dentist | teeth.org.au

Your dentist is your partner in looking after your teeth, gums, and mouth. It is recommended to see your dentist regularly so they can detect any problems early.

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Cleft Lip and Palate Scheme | teeth.org.au

The Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Scheme was created by the Australian Government to help patients born with a cleft lip and/or palate to access surgical and dental services.

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