Dentists and dental services
The friendly dental team at Latrobe Community Health Service operate public dental clinics in Morwell, Moe and Warragul. Private dental services are also available at these locations.
- The dental clinic hours are from 8.15am to 4.20pm – Monday to Friday (except public holidays).
- For all dental emergencies or enquiries, call 1800 242 696 between 8.15am to 4.20pm – Monday to Friday (except public holidays).
Our dental service provides a comprehensive range of treatments to manage oral health needs, including general check-ups, extractions, crowns, root canal treatments, dentures, and emergency care.
Treatment options like fillings, dentures, and crowns are recommended based on your individual needs and clinical assessment. More complex treatments are only offered when they’re clinically required, when your oral health is stable (e.g., you don’t have decay or gum disease), and the treatment can be maintained long-term. Your dentist will explain all suitable options, including their benefits, risks, and outcomes, so you can make an informed decision about your care.
What to expect when you visit our dental clinics
We have created this video to show you what to expect when you visit one of our dental clinics at Morwell, Moe, or Warragul.
If you or your loved one is feeling nervous about an upcoming dental appointment, please watch this video before your visit.
In this video, you will learn what happens during a typical dental appointment and see what our dental clinics look like.
If you want to see a dentist as a public patient needing general dental care, you will be assessed and placed on a waiting list, depending on how urgently you need treatment.
If you have a dental emergency, you will not be placed on a waiting list. You will be asked a number of questions to determine your needs.
If you require dentures, you will be placed on a separate waiting list.
Find out the cost and eligibility criteria.
If you are coming to see Latrobe Community Health Service as a public dental patient, you will need to have a current health care or a concession card.
All children aged 12 years and below, as well as children aged 13 to 17 years with a health care or a concession card, or are the dependant of a concession cardholder, are eligible to use this service.
No eligibility criteria apply. If you have private health insurance, your insurer may cover some of your costs.
If you are unsure about whether you are eligible or would like to find out about costs, phone Latrobe Community Health Service for more information.
Adults with a health care or a concession card:
- It costs $32.50 for an adult emergency dental course of care.
- For general adult dental care, the cost of your treatment is $32.50 per visit. The maximum cost per course of care is $130. How many visits you need will depend on whether you need extra care like fillings or extractions.
- If you are having dentures made, it costs $80 per denture. Prices are capped at $160 for a full or partial upper and lower denture. Other additional fees may apply depending on your needs.
Children aged between 0 – 12 years:
For children aged 12 years and below who are not listed on a health care or concession card or do not attend a Government school, it costs $40 for a general course of dental care. Fees for families are capped at $160.
Children aged between 13 – 17 years who are listed on a health care or a concession card:
It costs $40 for a general course of dental care. Fees for families are capped at $160.
What is a course of care?
You may receive multiple appointments over weeks or months as part of a single course of care. We will let you know when a course of care ends and a new one begins.