Free dental for under 18s

Children who are eligible to receive publicly funded health care are entitled to free oral health care* until their 18th birthday. For information on eligibility, visit the Ministry of Health's website.  

To enrol children from birth to Year 8 (last year of intermediate school) for free dental care click here, or for more information about dental care for children click here.  

To enrol teenagers from the Year 9 (first year of secondary school) until their 18th birthday for free dental care click here, or for more information about dental care for teenagers click here.

*Bee Healthy Regional Dental Service does not provide accident (ACC) related dental care, orthodontic treatment or teeth whitening services. Please contact your local dentist if your child requires these services.