Civic Gentle Dental Care | Cosmetique Dental

Civic Gentle Dental Care | Cosmetique Dental holds a 4.9/5 rating across 287 public reviews. The provider consistently scores in the top tier of their category.

Civic Gentle Dental Care | Cosmetique Dental's pricing falls in the "Contact for quote" range. Exact quotes depend on the specific service and scope — request a free written quote to compare before committing.

Civic Gentle Dental Care | Cosmetique Dental is primarily based in Canberra, Australia, and serves clients across Canberra and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.

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Without insurance: $180-$320 for a check-up, scale and clean (item 011, 012, 114). With basic extras dental cover, typical out-of-pocket is $30-$100. Many private health funds offer "no gap" cleanings at preferred providers. Children under 17 may be eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) — up to $1,132 over 2 years bulk-billed if family receives Family Tax Benefit Part A.

For genuine emergencies (severe pain, swelling, knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding): call your regular dentist first — most have after-hours numbers. Capital city CBDs have dedicated emergency dentists open 7 days, evenings, and holidays (Sydney: 1300 Smiles Emergency, Melbourne: Smile Solutions, Brisbane: 1300SMILES). Hospital emergency departments handle dental trauma but rarely treat pain. Cost: $250-$450 for emergency assessment and treatment.

For most people with missing teeth, yes — implants are the gold standard. They preserve jawbone (which deteriorates after tooth loss), function like natural teeth, last 20+ years with proper care, and don't damage adjacent teeth (unlike bridges). Cost-per-year: $200-$350/year over 20 years, comparable to other dental work. Alternatives like bridges ($2,500-$4,000) or dentures ($1,200-$5,000) cost less upfront but have functional and aesthetic limitations.