
Westbrook Family Dental
Preparing your dental care experience

Preparing your dental care experience
Important: Early release of superannuation is subject to strict eligibility criteria and government approval. Professional advice is recommended before proceeding.
Access your superannuation funds for essential dental treatment when facing financial hardship or medical necessity.
When dental care is essential for health
Unable to pay for essential treatment
Application through Australian Taxation Office
For life-threatening conditions
Departing Australia permanently
Age-based withdrawal options
• Early super access reduces your retirement savings
• Tax implications may apply to withdrawn amounts
• Strict eligibility criteria must be met
• Professional financial advice is strongly recommended
• Alternative payment options should be considered first
⚠️ Professional advice recommended ⚠️ Government approval required ⚠️ Affects retirement savings
Specialized payment solutions using your superannuation
Access your superannuation funds early for medical and dental treatment
Use substantial amounts from your super for major dental procedures
Qualify based on medical necessity for dental treatments
Payments made directly to our practice from your super fund
No interest charges when using your own superannuation funds
Specifically designed for medical and dental treatments
Who can use Supercare for dental treatment
Supercare early release is available under specific circumstances for medical and dental treatments that are not fully covered by Medicare or private health insurance.
Treatment must be medically necessary and not cosmetic in nature
Treatment not fully covered by Medicare or private health fund
Unable to pay for treatment without accessing superannuation
May require specialist referral or treatment recommendation
Medical reports and treatment quotes required
Must have sufficient superannuation balance available
Steps to access your super for dental care
Consultation with our dental team to assess your treatment needs and medical necessity.
Complete the Supercare application with required documentation and treatment quotes.
Once approved, funds are released from your super and payment is processed.
Medical dental treatments that may qualify for Supercare
Trauma repair, infection treatment, emergency extractions
Necessary crowns, bridges for function restoration
Treatment for severe gum disease affecting health
Medically necessary oral surgical procedures
Dentures and implants for essential function
Treatment for jaw joint disorders affecting health
What you need to know about early super release
Accessing your superannuation early will reduce your retirement savings and the compound growth on those funds. Consider this impact carefully before proceeding.
We strongly recommend seeking financial and tax advice before making decisions about your superannuation.
Early super release may have tax implications - consult your financial advisor
Consider the impact on your retirement savings and future financial security
Seek financial and tax advice before making decisions about your super
Explore other payment plans and financing options before using super
Strong medical evidence required to demonstrate necessity of treatment
Applications may take longer to process than other payment options
Our team can help you understand if Supercare is right for your dental treatment needs and guide you through the process.
Common questions about using superannuation for dental care