Teachers Health Centres
Limited services now available at our centres
We’re now providing limited services at our Health Centres – by appointment only. As ever, the health and safety of our members, staff and community is our priority.
Learn moreTelehealth consultations during COVID-19
Eligible members can book telehealth consultations with the Health Centre team to talk about their optical and dental concerns.
Telehealth appointment enquiries
Please note: Telehealth consultations aren’t a substitute for your regular eye exams or dental check-ups.
Emergency treatment
If you need emergency treatment, please get medical attention right away. Here are some dental and optical symptoms to watch out for, and where to go for help.
Dental
Symptoms: facial swelling, trauma or excessive bleeding. If possible, go to a dental hospital. Otherwise, head to your local emergency department.
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Optical
Symptoms: sudden loss of vision, flashes and floaters or ocular trauma. Go to your local emergency department or eye hospital.
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Our services
We have five state-of-the-art centres across New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia – all providing first-rate dental and eyecare services. They're open to everyone: Teachers Health members, members of other funds, even those without Extras cover.
Dental
Teachers Health members get up to two fully covered preventative dental check-ups* each calendar year at our centres. If you're with another fund, you can still use your cover and claim on-the-spot at our centres.
At our Surry Hills and Hamilton Centres, we offer IV sedation for patients who are anxious or need major treatment.
Check-ups include
- oral exam
- X-rays
- scale, clean and polish
- fluoride and other preventative treatments
Specialists
At our Surry Hills and Parramatta centres, you can also see dental specialists, including:
- orthodontist
- endodontist^
- prosthodontist
- periodontist^
^ Only offered at Surry Hills centre
Eyecare
Time for an eye test? We use the latest technology to check your eyes* and test for a range of conditions.
Other services include
- designer frames and sunglasses
- multifocals
- contact lenses
- prescription sunglasses
- prescription goggles
* No Gap checks are subject to your level of cover and remaining limits.
Expert advice on achieving better dental health with good oral hygiene and a healthy diet.