University of Western Australia's Oral Health Centre: Comprehensive Dental Education and Community Care

The University of Western Australia UWA houses the state-of-the-art Oral Health Centre of Western Australia OHCWA, which serves as a tertiary trning hub for dentistry and offers oral healthcare services to eligible community members. It is the sole provider in Western Australia offering advanced dental education programs, attracting students from both national and international backgrounds.

Our vision at UWA’s Dental School is centered on fostering student learning through hands-on patient care under close guidance of seasoned tutors and observing established dentists addressing a myriad of oral health issues. This approach ensures that our future practitioners acquire the necessary skills for effective patient management.

The OHCWA features contemporary clinical facilities, advanced laboratories equipped with cutting-edge technology, robust computing resources, and access to UWA's comprehensive amenities. As such, students are provided with a rich environment conducive to their learning journey.

OHCWA is also an exclusive provider of specialist dental services for eligible patients across Western Australia, offering about 60,000 appointments annually.

Key Highlights:

• Dental Services: OHCWA provides dental care through its general dentistry clinics and offers specialized treatments through the expertise of our in-house specialists.

• Emergency Care: After-hours and week emergency treatment is also avlable to address urgent situations promptly.

Eligibility Requirements, Fees, Wting Lists Safety Standards

The eligibility criteria for accessing services at OHCWA vary based on residency location and personal circumstances. Detled information can be found here.

We understand that costs may deter potential patients from seeking essential care; therefore, payment options are tlored to suit various financial situations.

Patient Rights and Responsibilities:

As part of our commitment to providing the best dental experience possible for all patients, we outline comprehensive guidelines regarding patient rights and responsibilities.

FAQs

• Eligibility: If you live outside the catchment area but believe you meet eligibility criteria, please contact us directly.

• Fees: Medicare and healthcarepension card holders are entitled to certn benefits; however, full detls should be checked with our team due to varying policies.

• Wting Lists Appointments: Due to high demand for services, wting times may be longer for some treatments. We continuously m to optimize scheduling.

Inquiries:

If your question isn't addressed here, through the contact information provided at the of this guide.

For those unable to visit in person or seeking specific guidance about dental procedures and options, our staff is always ready to provide support via eml or phone.

To locate us easily, use the campus map provided. Our address is 17 Monash Avenue, Nedlands WA 6009.

The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia operates on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and may offer exted hours during specific seasons or events.

The University's dedicated staff can be reached at +61 8 6457 4400, by eml at [email protected], or via a map on our website for your convenience.

Our commitment to providing high-quality dental care continues beyond these pages. If you need any additional information or have questions about your upcoming visit, feel free to reach out anytime.

For week and after-hours emergencies, please contact +61 8 6457 7626 between specified hours for on-campus staff or 1800 098 818 for dental health services assistance.
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