We are helping to improve Australia’s oral health
outcomes and well-being.
We are helping to improve Australia’s oral health
outcomes and well-being.
We are helping to improve Australia’s oral health
outcomes and well-being.
Welcome to the
Australian Dental Foundation
The Australian Dental Foundation is an independent, award-winning health promotion charity working to improve Australia’s oral health outcomes and well-being, for a future without oral disease. We address the inequalities which exist in oral health to enable quality oral care for those who need it most.
Our Programs
Aged Care Dental Program
Supports the management and prevention of oral conditions for seniors in aged care facilities and/or residential living complexes.
Products
Developed by leading Australian dentists, our exciting new oral care products are now available across selected dental clinics. All proceeds are reinvested into our local oral care and education programs.
My School Dentist Program
No out of pocket expense, onsite oral health care and education for students at kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools.
Smile Friendly Program
Smile Friendly is a partnership that recognises and rewards your commitment to improving oral health in our community.
Emergency Dental Hotline
From a broken tooth to major swelling and dental trauma, we are here to help. Our free hotline triage service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Tele-Dentistry Program
A convenient, accessible and efficient option for you to receive care where face-to-face consultations may not be possible or difficult.
Latest News
Australian Dental Foundation Supports Seniors on Brush for Good Day
The Australian Dental Foundation proudly celebrated Brush for Good Day by supporting older Australians and promoting healthy smiles across the community. Our Eastern Operations Manager, Jaldi Bendaj, recently visited Uniting AgeWell to donate toothbrushes to residents, encouraging daily oral care and highlighting the importance of good dental hygiene for seniors. Small gestures like these help …
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We are excited to welcome Elizabeth Vale Primary School as the newest member of our Smile Friendly Schools Program. By joining the program, Elizabeth Vale Primary has shown its commitment to supporting students’ oral health and promoting healthy smiles for life. Being a Smile Friendly School means creating a supportive environment where good oral hygiene …
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The Australian Dental Foundation is proud to be named a Finalist in the 2025 South Australian Premier’s Business and Export Awards (Not-For-Profit Category). This recognition celebrates our ongoing commitment to reducing barriers to high-quality oral health care and delivering innovative programs that improve the wellbeing of communities across Australia. The Premier’s Business and Export Awards …
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The Australian Dental Foundation recently visited Kadina Memorial School as part of our My School Dentist program, providing students with convenient access to high-quality oral health care. This mobile dental initiative is designed to reduce barriers to care by bringing dental professionals and equipment directly to schools. Families don’t need to take time off work …
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