12 Lagoon Street, Sandgate

smile.com.au Dentist in Sandgate

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Preferred provider for HCF, CBHS, nib and HIF; approved provider for Smile.com.au

smile.com.au at a glance

Our practice: Sandgate Family Dental is an approved smile.com.au provider, giving smile.com.au members access to reduced dental fees at our Sandgate practice.
What it is: smile.com.au is a dental discount plan — not a health fund — which means there are no waiting periods, no annual limits, and no claims to submit.
On the day: You simply show your smile.com.au membership card when you arrive, and your reduced fees are applied at the time of treatment.
Your treatment: Whether you're coming in for a check-up and clean, a filling, or something more involved, our team will explain the treatment, outline the smile.com.au member fee, and make sure you know what to expect.
Where we are: We're located at 12 Lagoon Street in the heart of Sandgate, serving patients from across North Brisbane.

What Is smile.com.au?

smile.com.au is an Australian dental discount membership plan designed to make dental care more affordable. It works differently from traditional health insurance or extras cover:

It's not health insurance

smile.com.au is a membership program, not a health fund. You pay an annual membership fee, and in return you receive access to reduced dental fees at participating practices like ours.

No waiting periods

Unlike most health fund extras policies, your smile.com.au membership is active straight away. You can book an appointment and access reduced fees from the day you join.

No annual benefit limits

There's no cap on how many times you can use your membership in a year. You receive the reduced fee every time you visit, regardless of how many appointments you've had.

No claiming process

Because smile.com.au isn't insurance, there's no rebate and no claim to submit. The reduced fee is simply your price at the time of treatment.

All dental treatments are included

Your membership applies to all dental services at our practice — from preventive care through to restorative and cosmetic treatments. There are no treatment exclusions.

How smile.com.au Works at Our Sandgate Practice

Using your smile.com.au membership at Sandgate Family Dental is straightforward:

Join smile.com.au online. You can sign up through the smile.com.au website. Membership is typically activated quickly, and you'll receive a digital membership card.
Book your appointment. Request an appointment at our Sandgate practice online or call us on (07) 3269 6252. Let us know you're a smile.com.au member when you book.
Show your card at reception. When you arrive, present your smile.com.au membership card (digital or physical). Our team will apply your reduced fee schedule.
Pay the member fee on the day. You pay the smile.com.au member price directly — there's no rebate to claim and nothing to lodge afterwards.

smile.com.au vs Traditional Health Fund Extras — What's the Difference?

If you're deciding between smile.com.au and a health fund, it helps to understand how they compare:

smile.com.au

smile.com.au is a flat-rate membership that gives you reduced dental fees at participating providers. It has no waiting periods, no treatment exclusions, and no annual limits. You pay the reduced fee directly and there's no claiming involved. It suits people who want predictable savings on dental care without the complexity of health insurance.

Health fund extras cover

Health fund extras cover involves paying a monthly or fortnightly premium to a health fund, which then reimburses a portion of your dental costs (your rebate). Your out-of-pocket cost is the gap between the full fee and what the fund pays back. Health funds typically have waiting periods, annual benefit caps, and may only cover certain treatments depending on your policy tier.

Our practice is a preferred provider for nib, HCF, HIF, and CBHS.

Can you use both? A standalone smile.com.au membership cannot be combined with health fund claims on the same treatment. You use one or the other per visit. If you hold both, you may want to compare the out-of-pocket cost under each option for the specific treatment you need.

For a full overview of health fund options at our practice, visit our health funds page.

Dental Services Available to smile.com.au Members

As a smile.com.au provider, your membership applies across our full range of dental services. There are no treatment exclusions — every service we offer is available at the smile.com.au member fee. This includes:

Preventive dental care

Dental check-ups and cleans, x-rays, fluoride treatments, and fissure sealants. Regular preventive visits are the foundation of good oral health, and your smile.com.au membership makes these visits more affordable without waiting for benefits to accrue.

General dental treatments

Fillings, extractions, and emergency dental appointments. If something unexpected comes up, you can access care at your member rate straight away.

Restorative dental work

Crowns, bridges, dentures, root canal treatment, wisdom teeth removal, and dental implants. These higher-value treatments are often where smile.com.au members see notable savings compared to the standard fee.

Cosmetic dentistry

Teeth whitening, dental veneers, and dental bonding. Most health fund extras policies don't cover cosmetic treatments, so smile.com.au can be a useful option for members wanting reduced fees on these services.

Children's dental care

Your smile.com.au membership can apply to your children's dental visits too.

More about CDBS

If your child is also eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) through Medicare, CDBS-covered treatments are bulk-billed while your child's benefits remain, and smile.com.au can then reduce the fee on any services not included in that program.

Visit our children's dentistry page for more details

Protective appliances

Sports mouthguards and nightguards for teeth grinding are also included under your smile.com.au membership.

Who Is smile.com.au Suited To?

smile.com.au can be a practical option for several types of patients:

People without private health insurance who still want reduced dental fees without the commitment or complexity of an extras policy. smile.com.au offers a simple, low-cost entry point for affordable dental care.
Families who visit the dentist regularly and want a straightforward way to reduce their dental costs across multiple family members.
Patients needing cosmetic or elective treatments that aren't typically covered by health fund extras — such as teeth whitening or veneers. smile.com.au applies to all treatments without exclusions.
Anyone who dislikes claiming. If you find the health fund claiming process frustrating, smile.com.au removes that step entirely. You pay the member fee on the day and that's it.

Whether smile.com.au is the right choice for you depends on your dental needs, how often you visit, and whether you're comparing it against a health fund policy. Our team is happy to provide a fee comparison if you'd like to see what a specific treatment would cost under your smile.com.au membership. Just ask when you book your appointment.

No Cover at All? You're Still Welcome

You don't need smile.com.au, a health fund, or any form of cover to visit our practice. We offer transparent pricing and explain every treatment option and its cost upfront.

If you're a new patient, our new patient offer is designed to make your first visit straightforward and affordable. Our dental team treats every patient with the same care and attention, regardless of how they're paying.

smile.com.au Dentist in Sandgate — Serving North Brisbane

Sandgate Family Dental is located at 12 Lagoon Street, Sandgate QLD 4017, in the centre of Sandgate village. We welcome smile.com.au members and families from across North Brisbane, including:

Shorncliffe Deagon Brighton Bracken Ridge Boondall Clontarf Taigum Fitzgibbon

Frequently Asked Questions About smile.com.au

Is smile.com.au a health fund?

No. smile.com.au is a dental discount membership plan, not a health fund or insurance product. You pay an annual membership fee and receive reduced dental fees at participating providers like Sandgate Family Dental. There are no rebates, no claims, and no waiting periods.

Can I use smile.com.au and my health fund at the same visit?

With a standalone smile.com.au membership, no: you use either smile.com.au or your health fund for a treatment. If you hold both, our team can help you compare which option gives you the lower out-of-pocket cost. If your extras are with Frank, Peoplecare, GMHBA, AIA Health Insurance, RBHS or onemedifund, you’re automatically a smile.com.au member, so you get the member fee and claim your rebate at the same visit.

Are there any treatments not covered by smile.com.au?

No. One of the key features of smile.com.au is that all dental treatments at participating practices are included. There are no treatment exclusions, whether you need a standard check-up or a more complex procedure.

How do I join smile.com.au?

You can sign up through the smile.com.au website. Membership is typically activated quickly, and you’ll receive a digital membership card you can present at your next appointment. There’s no need to wait before using your benefits.

Can I use smile.com.au for my children’s dental visits?

Yes. Your smile.com.au membership can apply to your children’s dental care at our practice. If your child is also eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, CDBS-covered services are bulk billed for eligible children with benefits remaining, and smile.com.au can then reduce the fee on any additional treatments.

How much does smile.com.au membership cost?

smile.com.au membership pricing may vary, so we recommend visiting the smile.com.au website for current rates. Membership is annual and applies to dental visits at any participating provider across Australia, including our Sandgate practice.