14/10/2026
🦷 Could changes to private health insurance make dental care harder to afford for older Australians?
A recent report published by Aged Care Guide has raised concerns that proposed changes to the Private Health Insurance Rebate could increase premiums for some Australians aged 65 and over.
Why does this matter? Because the cost of dental care is already preventing many older Australians from seeking treatment.
📊 The figures are concerning:
🔹 55% of Australians aged over 65 delayed dental treatment in the previous year, with cost the main reason.
🔹 Delaying dental care can allow problems to progress and potentially require more complex treatment.
🔹 Healthy teeth and gums support comfortable eating, good nutrition and quality of life.
💙 At Bradbury Dental Surgery, we believe in clarity and care first.
Everyone deserves to understand their oral health, their treatment options and the costs involved before making decisions about their care.
If you or an older family member has been putting off a dental visit, or has questions about dental benefits through private health insurance, our team can help explain the available options.
No pressure. Just clear information to help you make informed decisions about your oral health.
Let's keep the conversation going about making dental care accessible to older Australians.
📍 Bradbury Dental Surgery
📞 (02) 4628 2151