{"id":340,"date":"2026-09-28T22:50:12","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T12:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/check-up-and-clean-cost-sydney\/"},"modified":"2026-09-30T13:54:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T03:54:08","slug":"check-up-and-clean-cost-sydney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smilogy.com.au\/dental-clinics\/check-up-and-clean-cost-sydney\/","title":{"rendered":"Check-up and clean cost in Sydney: HICAPS, health funds and CDBS"},"content":{"rendered":"

At smilogy’s Sydney clinics in Edgecliff and Castle Hill, a check-up, clean and X-rays is $149<\/strong>, and our new patient exam, which includes an exam, clean, fluoride and any X-rays you need, is also $149<\/strong>. If you have dental extras, you can claim on the spot through HICAPS and only pay the gap, and eligible children may be covered under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).<\/p>\n

Here’s what each option includes, how health fund claiming works, and who can use CDBS.<\/p>\n

Check-up and clean prices at smilogy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Appointment<\/th>\nPrice<\/th>\nWhat’s included<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Check-up & clean<\/a><\/td>\n$149<\/td>\nFull examination, professional clean, X-rays and advice on next steps, if any<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New patient exam (Edgecliff<\/a> \/ Castle Hill<\/a>)<\/td>\n$149<\/td>\nFull oral exam, any X-rays your dentist recommends, clean and polish, fluoride application and a custom treatment plan, in about 45 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

The $149 new patient exam is for eligible new and returning patients, so if it’s been a while since your last visit, it’s a simple way to get a full picture of your oral health. Both prices are the same at Edgecliff and Castle Hill.<\/p>\n

If your dentist finds something that needs treatment, such as a filling, it’s explained and quoted before you decide. Nothing extra is added without your agreement.<\/p>\n

What happens at a check-up and clean?<\/h2>\n
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  1. A quick chat<\/strong> about your dental history and any concerns.<\/li>\n
  2. A full examination<\/strong> of your teeth, gums, jaw and soft tissues, including a gum health check.<\/li>\n
  3. X-rays<\/strong> where your dentist recommends them, to see between teeth and below the gum line.<\/li>\n
  4. A professional clean<\/strong> to remove plaque and tartar a toothbrush can’t reach.<\/li>\n
  5. Clear advice<\/strong> on what, if anything, needs doing and what can simply be monitored.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Most people benefit from a check-up and clean roughly every six months, though your dentist may suggest a different interval for you. Nervous, or haven’t been in years? Read if it’s been a while: smile! welcome back<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    How HICAPS works<\/h2>\n

    HICAPS lets your dental clinic process your private health fund claim at the time of your appointment. At smilogy it works like this:<\/p>\n

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    1. Your dentist completes your check-up.<\/li>\n
    2. At checkout, we swipe your health fund card through HICAPS.<\/li>\n
    3. Your fund confirms your benefit in real time.<\/li>\n
    4. You pay only the gap between the fee and your fund’s benefit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      There’s no paperwork to post or upload afterwards. Just bring your health fund membership card.<\/p>\n

      Will your health fund cover a check-up?<\/h2>\n

      If your extras policy includes general or preventive dental, your fund may contribute to your check-up and clean. How much you get back depends on your fund, your level of cover, any waiting periods and your annual limits. We can give you the item numbers so you can check with your fund before your visit. Most major Australian health funds are HICAPS-enabled. More details are on our private health cover page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

      What is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)?<\/h2>\n

      The CDBS is an Australian Government program that helps eligible children and teenagers get basic dental care. According to Services Australia<\/a>, a child may be eligible in a calendar year if, for at least one day that year:<\/p>\n