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Straight answers to the questions we get asked most often in the chair — what a treatment involves, what it costs, and what you can do at home.
Oral Health18 October 2026How Often Should You Go to the Dentist? A Hocking Guide
How often should you see the dentist? How we work out the right check-up interval for you, rather than applying a fixed six-month rule.
7 min read
Fees & Cover18 October 2026DVA Gold Card Dental Cover: What's Included in Hocking
A plain-English guide to DVA Gold Card dental cover, the Veteran Card entitlements, limits and what to bring to your appointment.
8 min read
Fees & Cover15 October 2026Dental Check-Up Cost: What's Included & How Claiming Works
What a dental check-up and clean in Perth involves, what it costs, and how your health fund rebate and the gap are worked out.
7 min read
Fees & Cover13 October 2026Dental Item Numbers Explained: What's on Your Quote
Confused by codes like 011, 114 or 121 on your dental quote? Here's what dental item numbers mean and how to use them with your fund.
8 min read
Fees & Cover12 October 2026What Does a Preferred Provider Dentist Mean? Hocking Guide
Confused about preferred provider dentists? We explain how the agreements work and why your gap is usually smaller, not free.
6 min read
Oral Health12 October 2026How to Clean a Mouthguard Properly: A Simple Guide
Learn how to clean a mouthguard at home the right way, so it stays fresh, fits well and lasts longer between dental visits.
8 min read
Treatments10 October 2026Custom Mouthguards: How They're Made and Why Fit Matters
Thinking about a custom mouthguard for summer sport? Here's how it's made, and how it compares to a boil-and-bite guard.
7 min read
Emergencies19 August 2026What to Do When a Tooth Gets Knocked Out
The first thirty minutes decide whether a knocked-out adult tooth can be saved. Here is exactly what to do, in order.
2 min read
Treatments11 August 2018Teeth Whitening: Which Option Suits You?
Whitening toothpaste, take-home trays, or in-chair treatment. The right answer depends on what is causing the staining.
3 min read
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