Fund Your Dental Care with Early Super Release

You can access any amount of your superannuation for dental treatment, provided it matches the costs of your required procedures. Superannuation early release for dental treatments depends on the actual expenses you incur. This allows you to address both minor and extensive dental needs effectively.

To apply for Early Super Release to cover dental expenses, you must complete a specific application process. Here are the steps you should follow:

1. Consult your dentist:
   Schedule an appointment with your dentist at Huntingdale-Thornlie Dental to discuss your treatment needs. Your dentist will need to provide a detailed treatment plan which outlines the procedures and their costs.
2. Obtain a quote:
   After your consultation, obtain a written quote for the necessary dental work. This quote must include all associated costs.
3. Contact your super fund:
   Reach out to your superannuation fund to request an application for early release on compassionate grounds. Each fund has specific forms and requirements.
4. Complete medical forms:
   Your dentist must complete a medical report form as part of your application. This form verifies the medical necessity of the dental treatment.
5. Submit your application:
   Compile your dentist’s report, the treatment quote, and any additional supporting documents. Submit these with your application to your super fund.
6. Follow up:
   Keep in contact with your super fund to track the progress of your application. They may request additional information as they review your case.

Our team at Huntingdale-Thornlie Dental is ready to assist you with each step of this process. We aim to make accessing your super for necessary dental treatments straightforward. Please visit our clinic or contact us to start your application for Early Super Release.

The Early Super Release approval process usually takes between 14 and 21 business days. This timeline starts once your application is lodged with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). The ATO assesses each application to verify compliance with the conditions for early access.

During this period, they might reach out to you for more details. The time it takes to receive your Letter of Approval can vary based on how complete your application is. Delays might arise if additional documentation is required or during periods of high demand for early releases. We suggest preparing all necessary documents beforehand to streamline the process.

Yes, you can use your superannuation for dental veneers if they are part of a medically necessary treatment. Accessing super for cosmetic procedures like veneers requires justification for a medical need. Your dentist must provide documentation that veneers are essential for improving dental health, not just appearance.

For instance, veneers might be necessary to protect a damaged tooth surface or address significant functional issues. It is important to discuss your specific case with your dentist at Huntingdale-Thornlie Dental. Our team will assess your dental health and determine if applying for early super release is appropriate.

Yes, you can apply for Early Super Release even if you have accessed it previously. However, each application must independently meet the eligibility criteria for compassionate grounds. You must demonstrate that the new medical condition or situation necessitates further financial support.

To make your application comprehensive, you will need to include:

• A new medical report:
  This report must come from a registered medical practitioner and outline the medical necessity for treatment.
• A dental report:
  Your dentist must provide a report verifying that the proposed treatment is necessary for maintaining dental health.
• Detailed treatment plan:
  This should include all stages of the procedure you are planning to undergo.
• Itemised quote or invoice:
  Provide a detailed financial breakdown of the costs associated with your treatment.

Our team at Huntingdale-Thornlie Dental is here to help you gather and prepare all the necessary documents to support your application. Please contact us to discuss your situation and how we can assist with your new application for Early Super Release.