DVA Dentist Brisbane

You’ve looked after our country; now it’s our turn to look after your smile.

Receive the subsidised, high-quality dental care you deserve. Newstead Smiles offers a welcoming environment for DVA Health Card holders, free from paperwork and hidden fees.

Book Your Appointment Today!

Why Choose Us

We do our utmost to cater to the needs of our veteran patients.

  • 5/5 Average Rating
  • Direct DVA Billing (No Paperwork)
  • 17+ Years of Experience
  • 10+ Team Members

How DVA Dental Coverage Works

Dealing with government departments can sometimes feel like navigating a maze, so our local Newstead clinic makes it as simple as possible. Whether you need a routine clean or more complex restorative work, your coverage depends on the type of health card you hold.

The Veteran Gold Card

If you hold a Gold Card, the DVA will generally fund all clinically necessary dental services to keep your mouth and teeth healthy. This means your coverage isn't restricted to service-related injuries.

The Veteran White Card

If you hold a White Card, your dental care is covered specifically for conditions and injuries that the DVA has accepted as service-related. If you are unsure what your White Card covers, our reception team can help you check your eligibility before we begin any treatment.

How It Works

Simple steps to a healthier, brighter smile.

Book Your Appointment.

Call us on 1300 356 777 or book online. Choose a time that suits you — simply let us know you are a DVA cardholder when booking.

Visit Our Clinic

Find us easily at the Newstead Bunnings complex with free undercover parking. Bring your Gold or White card, and our friendly team will welcome you and ensure you feel comfortable.

Smile with Confidence

We process all the DVA claims directly. For standard approved treatments, there are absolutely no out-of-pocket costs and no claim forms for you to fill out.

What DVA Treatments Are Covered?

For eligible veterans, the DVA scheme covers a massive range of preventative and restorative dental work. When you visit Newstead Smiles, your funded treatments can include:

  • Routine Check-ups & Cleans: Keeping on top of your oral health with a comprehensive dental check-up and clean, including examinations, X-rays, and preventive scaling (usually covered every 6 months).
  • General Dentistry: Fillings for cavities, tooth extractions, and root canal therapy to relieve your pain.
  • Dentures: Whether you need a brand-new set, a repair, a reline, or implant-supported dentures. Under DVA rules, you can typically have your dentures relined every two years and replaced completely every six years.
  • Major Dental Work: Restorative treatments including dental crowns, dental bridges, and in some cases, standard dental implants. (Please note that complex treatments require prior approval from the DVA, but our team handles the entire application process for you.

DVA Dental Limits (The Fine Print, Made Simple)

For everyday dental care—like your check-ups, standard fillings, and extractions—there is usually no financial limit, meaning you won’t pay a cent.

However, for high-cost items like crowns and bridges, the DVA applies a Biennial Monetary Limit (BML). Currently, this limit is capped at $5,980.30 over a two-year period. If your complex treatment goes over this amount, there might be a small co-payment required.

(Note: You are completely exempt from this financial cap if you are an ex-POW, if the treatment is for an accepted service-related condition, or if you are receiving treatment for cancer affecting the jaw or teeth).

We monitor your limits for you. Before we start any major dental work, we will always provide a clear treatment plan and discuss your balance, so you are never caught off guard.

The Newstead Smiles Difference

Gentle, modern dental care designed around you.

  • Calm environment. A modern Newstead dental studio designed for comfort and relaxation.
  • Zero judgement. Dental care should feel comfortable and open—never awkward. Haven’t been to the dentist in a while? You are in safe hands here.
  • Complete transparency. Transparent, high-quality dental care with clear treatment plans upfront.
  • Sense of community. A welcoming team of skilled hygienists, assistants, and staff who make every patient feel at home.

How to Get Started

Getting started with Newstead Smiles is simple. Just follow these three easy steps and you’ll be on your way to a healthier, brighter smile

Book Your Appointment

Call us on 1300 356 777 or book online. Choose a time that suits you — we offer same-day appointments for emergencies.

Visit Our Clinic

Find us easily at the Newstead Bunnings complex with free undercover parking. Our friendly team will welcome you, listen to your needs, and make sure you feel comfortable.

Smile with Confidence

We’ll provide a clear treatment plan, answer your questions, and get you back to smiling confidently with personalised dental care.

FAQs on Children’s Dental

Everything parents need to know about children’s dental care, from free check-ups to creating a stress-free experience at Newstead Smiles.

If you hold a DVA Gold Card, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs will fund all dental services necessary to meet your clinical needs. If you hold a DVA White Card, you are eligible for funded dental treatment provided it is directly related to your accepted service-related disabilities.

For eligible veterans receiving clinically necessary and approved treatments, services are billed directly to the DVA. This means you can generally access top-quality dental care with zero out-of-pocket expenses.

The DVA covers a comprehensive range of clinically required treatments, which typically includes:

  • Routine check-ups, cleans, and x-rays
  • General dental care (e.g., toothache relief and fillings)
  • Periodontal (gum disease) treatment
  • Dentures (repairs, relines, and brand new fabrication)
  • Major dental work like crowns, bridges, and extractions

When you visit Newstead Smiles for the first time, simply bring your valid DVA Health Card (either the physical card or the digital version) along with a valid form of photo identification. Please let the team know you are a DVA patient at the time of booking.

Most routine and general dental treatments can be provided immediately without prior approval. However, for certain complex or high-cost treatments (such as specific crowns or dental implants), the clinic may need to submit a treatment plan to the DVA for financial authorisation prior to starting the procedure. Your dentist will handle this paperwork for you.

Where to Find Us

We are located at the ground level of Bunnings Newstead complex. Entry is via Bunnings carpark.

Look out for our Newstead Smiles signage to guide you right to our clinic.

Free Parking

There's free 2 hours undercover car parking available, making it convenient for those arriving by car

3-minute Walk from Bus Stop 12

There’s a bus stop (Breakfast Creek Rd at Newstead House, Stop 12) just a 3-minute walk from our doors, providing easy access for public transport users.

If you need any help finding us, please don’t hesitate to call – our team is happy to guide you to our location.

Book Your Appointment!

Plan your visit with ease — we’re open throughout the week for your convenience.

Monday:

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday:

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday:

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Ready to Experience Professional Care?

Taking care of your teeth shouldn’t be a hassle or a financial burden. If you’re a veteran living in or around Brisbane, give our friendly reception team a call today.