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Dental costs are biting down hard on already struggling patients, new survey reveals


Dental costs are hurting eight out of 10 Australians in the pocket with one in eight saying it leaves them unable to pay for essentials like food. And the call is out for greater funding in the upcoming Federal Budget due to be released on May 12. The Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) today released a new national survey about oral health and dental care. It says that respondents talked about cutting back on groceries, drawing on superannuation, flying overseas for treatment and relying on food charities to afford dental care.



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ATO and Ahpra sound the alarm on dodgy super dental offers


The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) are warning Australians to be wary when considering applying for compassionate release of superannuation to pay for dental treatment. ATO Deputy Commissioner Ben Kelly said the ATO and Ahpra are concerned that some health practitioners and third parties are using predatory practices to get individuals to inappropriately access their super early.


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Health practitioner register updated under landmark reforms


Under landmark changes to the National Law, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency has begun adding sexual misconduct findings to the public register of practitioners and the register of cancelled practitioners. Ahpra CEO Justin Untersteiner said: ‘Sexual misconduct by registered health practitioners is an unacceptable breach of trust that undermines public health and safety.


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Artificial saliva made from sugarcane protein protects teeth from acid and decay


Scientists have created an artificial saliva using a sugarcane protein that can protect teeth and fight bacteria. The key ingredient, CANECPI-5, binds directly to enamel, forming a shield against acids that cause decay. Early tests show it works even better when paired with fluoride and xylitol, significantly reducing damage to teeth. The innovation could be especially life-changing for cancer patients who lose saliva production after treatment.


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New toothpaste stops gum disease without killing good bacteria


Scientists have developed a new way to fight gum disease without wiping out the mouth’s helpful bacteria—a major shift from traditional treatments. Instead of killing everything, this targeted approach blocks only the harmful microbes that drive periodontitis, allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive and restore balance naturally.


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