UQ Herston Dental Clinic
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Due to the educational nature of our clinic, appointments are subject to the availability of appropriately skilled students and dentists, and waiting times may apply.
The School of Dentistry strives to provide high-quality patient treatment, dental education, in a private clinic that brings together renowned academics and clinicians, leading practitioners, and top-tier students united by their passion and commitment to oral healthcare.
Key information
8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
High-quality dental care at a fraction of the cost
Ages 16+
Clinic details
Our state-of-the-art teaching dental clinic offers affordable general dental services, primarily provided by our student body. Our students practice with direct supervision from experienced dental professional practitioners registered with the AHPRA.
Whether you need routine cleaning, filling, or more extensive dental work, our team of skilled dental students are here to provide comprehensive oral health care.
Emergency care
The UQ Herston Dental Clinic has limited emergency appointments available by appointment only. Please email hdc@uq.edu.au or call +61 7 3443 8240 directly.
Patients seeking free public dental care or emergency care who hold a Pensioner Concession Card, Department of Veterans Affairs, Centrelink Health Care, Commonwealth Seniors Card, Queensland Seniors Card, or Child Dental Benefits Schedule should make an appointment at the Oral Health Centre, Metro North Patient Clinics.
You can contact the Oral Health Centre, Metro North Patient Clinics via:
Phone: 1300 300 850
Email: MNOHS-Call-Centre@health.qld.gov.au
Availability
UQ Herston Dental Clinic will run year-round (excluding public holidays and between Christmas and New Years Day) from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Pricing
As our dental services are provided in a teaching environment, we offer high-quality, affordable care. These treatments are carried out by dental students under the supervision of qualified professionals.
In complex cases, patients may be best supported by one of our registered dentists. Fees for these services are higher than those listed for student-provided care and will be discussed with you at the time of your examination.
For more information on pricing for student-provided treatment, please refer to the price list below.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Initial comprehensive assessment (including all x-rays) | $50 |
| Dental cleaning | $65 |
| Fluoride application | Free |
| Small x-ray (if separate from first assessment) | $25 |
| Large x-ray / OPG (if separate from first assessment) | $69 |
| Periodontal deep clean (per quarter mouth) | $100 |
| Tooth extraction (simple) | $130 |
Tooth extraction (surgical) | $250 |
| Root canal treatment (front tooth) | $300 |
| Root canal treatment (premolar/side tooth) | $400 |
| Root canal treatment (molar/back tooth) | $600 |
| Fillings (depending on size) | $90–$170 |
| Crown (ceramic) | $650 |
| Crown (gold) | $1,000 |
| Dentures (acrylic base) | $650–$750 |
| Dentures (metal base) | $850–$950 |
Health insurance rebates
Please note that services delivered by dental students are not eligible for private health insurance rebates or concession card discounts.
Services provided by a registered dentist may be eligible for rebates from major private health funds. It is the responsibility of the patient to contact their health fund directly to confirm if a rebate may apply.
Address
UQ Herston Dental Clinic situated in the Oral Health Centre, Level 2, 288 Herston Road, Corner Bramston Terrace and Herston Road
Herston QLD 4006, Australia
Map
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Parking
On-street parking is available along Herston Road and Gilchrist Avenue. Time limits and parking meters may apply. For more information, please see our Parking at Herston page.
Off-street paid parking is available in the STARS Hospital Car Park 296 Herston Road Herston (Opposite Busway Herston Road).
Disability parking permits
Persons With Disability (PWD) parking spaces are reserved for people with an Australian or red disability parking permit. You can park in the designated PWD bays or in any other parking space other than Restricted or Reserved bays.
You must clearly display the permit so the permit number and expiry date are visible from outside the vehicle.
Valid overseas and interstate disability parking permits may be used on campus, and are equivalent to the Australian permit. Queensland parking rules apply.
Where to park: Herston PWD parking map (PDF, 297.1 KB)
Rates: Free
Public transport
The Oral Health Centre (OHC) is across the street from the Herston (Northern busway) station. The busway provides convenient access to public transport networks throughout Brisbane, with buses to the north and the south travelling frequently at every four minutes during normal business hours.
Travel by train
Roma Street Station is the most convenient station with a direct link to the Oral Health Centre via Platform One. The journey from Roma Street Station to the Herston (Northern busway) station is a zone 1 journey.
You can also walk to the Oral Health Centre from the Fortitude Valley (Brunswick Street) Train Station. The walk is approximately 20 minutes via Brunswick Street and Bowen Bridge Road (approximately 1.5 km).
Travel by bus
The Oral Health Centre is across the street from Herston Bus Station on the Inner Northern Busway. This station is serviced by buses on routes 330, 333, 340, 363, 376, 66 and 933.
Bramston Terrace at Weightman Street, stop 9, is also a stop directly in front of the Oral Health Centre. This stop is serviced by buses on routes 360, 361, 364 and S748.
Buses leave regularly from platforms 1D and 1E at King George Square Busway Station.
We recommend you confirm details on bus services using the Translink website or by phoning 131 230.