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2023
30
October
2023
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10:41
Australia/Melbourne
Gap-free dental fillings will be available for eligible Bupa health insurance members at Bupa Dental clinics in a new cost of living initiative.
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20
September
2023
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12:13
Australia/Melbourne
With dental practices around Australia aiming to attract new, high-performing talent[1], Bupa Dental Care is looking to inspire the next generation of dentists by giving them the opportunity to learn from and work with some of the nation’s most …
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2022
16
December
2022
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11:32
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa Dental has welcomed the extension of the Federal Government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule[1] which provides coverage for dental services to eligible children aged 0-18 years.
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12
December
2022
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11:11
Australia/Melbourne
In a move that is good for mouths and the environment, Bupa Dental Care will be moving away from using plastics across a range common dental care products such as cups, tray covers, syringe sleeves, headrest covers, barrier film and X-Ray sensor …
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25
October
2022
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09:49
Australia/Melbourne
Australians are being encouraged to exercise caution when considering a switch to alternative toothpastes. This advice comes amidst data revealing the demand for herbal and fluoride-free toothpastes is experiencing significant growth[1] with an …
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12
August
2022
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11:16
Australia/Melbourne
After 2 years of interrupted face-to-face learning as a result of COVID restrictions, Bupa is giving Australia’s next generation of dentists a chance-of-a-lifetime opportunity to gain secure employment and work side by side with some of the nation’s …
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01
August
2022
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10:43
Australia/Melbourne
Australians are being encouraged to review their oral health routines and ensure they have a dentist visit booked amidst new research[1] outlining the link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s and heart disease along with a range of other serious …
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17
June
2022
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09:25
Australia/Melbourne
With Australia shivering in the midst of a chilly start to winter, many of us have rugged up and received winter flu and COVID vaccinations to protect ourselves against nasty viruses. However, less spoken of is winters’ effect on our eyes and oral …
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05
April
2022
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09:57
Australia/Melbourne
Australians of all ages are being cautioned against trying their hand at DIY dentistry procedures as seen on popular social media platforms.
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2021
22
November
2021
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11:06
Australia/Melbourne
Australians are now able to recycle everyday oral health products such as toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes and floss containers at Bupa Dental practices around Australia as part of a new partnership with TerraCycle.
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02
August
2021
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10:54
Australia/Melbourne
As the nation continues to navigate a period of intermittent lockdowns and other COVID-19 interruptions, Australians are being encouraged to check their calendars to ensure they have a dental check-up planned for the coming months.
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21
July
2021
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12:56
Australia/Melbourne
In an Australian first trial, Bupa Dental has partnered with HitIQ to fit junior rugby players with ‘smart mouthguards’ to monitor head knocks.
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20
March
2021
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08:29
Australia/Melbourne
With Australians enjoying a prolonged period of COVID-normal conditions, many people are finding they have a lot more to smile about in 2021.
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24
February
2021
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11:31
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa Dental Corporation (BDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Cathryn Madden as Head Dentist. As part of the role, Dr Madden will be responsible for the oversight of clinical governance, safety and care across 221 practices in …
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02
February
2021
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14:30
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa Dental Corporation (BDC) has been re-awarded full accreditation in line with Australia’s National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards.
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2020
27
October
2020
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11:41
Australia/Melbourne
There are a lot of good generic resources out there to help people look after their mental wellbeing, but what about advice tailored for dentists? As part of October’s Mental Health Month, we spoke with a psychologist for her top tips specific …
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30
June
2020
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10:02
Australia/Melbourne
With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Australia, Bupa’s dental practices are open again and are encouraging patients to book in and see their dentist for a check-up.
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16
June
2020
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10:53
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa’s dental practices are open again, in line with government COVID-19 recommendations, and are encouraging patients to see their dentist for a check-up or to recommence a treatment that may have been postponed.
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14
May
2020
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14:46
Australia/Melbourne
We know this is a challenging time for everyone. Bupa Dental’s priority remains the safety and well-being of people - our patients, our people and the community.
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16
March
2020
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16:37
Australia/Melbourne
To celebrate International Women's Day we’re sharing career stories and advice from women in various roles across Bupa this month. Here we speak to Dr. Kavita Lobo, Clinical Director for Bupa Dental, ANZ.
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06
February
2020
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14:25
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa Dental is pleased to have partnered with the IRONMAN Group for two famous running events in Sydney. The new agreement will see Bupa Dental partner with The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon and The Sun-Herald City2Surf in 2020.
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2019
17
May
2019
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12:32
Australia/Melbourne
Health insurer Bupa today revealed customers had saved more than $18 million in out-of-pocket dental costs in the six months since it launched a new gap free dental scheme, Members First Platinum.
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2018
21
November
2018
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14:08
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa Dentist, Dr Don Kelly has under gone pin hole gum recession training in USA under the direct supervision of Dr Chao, a certified practitioner who invented the procedure.
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07
September
2018
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11:19
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa customers with combined hospital and extras cover* can now access 12 common preventative dental services for free, with the launch of Bupa’s new Members First Platinum dental network.
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18
June
2018
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15:17
Australia/Melbourne
Dr Sally Woods, a general dentist in Wellington, New Zealand explains what made her want to become a dentist.
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23
April
2018
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12:07
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa customers will soon be able to access increased benefits under its new Members First Platinum dental network, introduced to make dental care more affordable for our customers.
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2017
15
April
2017
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08:00
Australia/Melbourne
Bupa dentists are warning against cheap boil-and-bite mouthguards, saying the protection doesn't compare to a custom fit mouthguard. More than 10,000 kids claimed a mouthguard through Bupa last year under our gap free dental coverage for …
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