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 and Straumann Group Foundation Officially Launch Central Smiles Project
The Australian Dental Foundation (ADFi), in partnership with the Straumann Group Foundation, has officially launched Central Smiles, a new project dedicated to improving access to essential oral healthcare for communities across regional and remote Australia. The official launch marks an important milestone in ADFi’s ongoing commitment to improving access to dental care for children, families …
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Recognition at the South Australian Premier’s Business and Export Awards for delivering measurable oral health outcomes to the communities that need them most.
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The Australian Dental Foundation (ADFi), an independent national health promotion charity improving access to oral healthcare for Australians experiencing barriers to dental services, has been recognised as South Australia’s Change Awardwinner in the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards, acknowledging its impact on communities and its sustainable approach to delivering essential oral health services. Founded …
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For many people living in remote Australia, accessing dental care means travelling long distances, arranging transport and taking time away from family, school or work. When services are difficult to reach, preventable dental problems can remain untreated, affecting a person’s comfort, health and quality of life. Thanks to the generous funding support of the Straumann …
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