Prostheses

Prostheses are artificial body parts designed to restore function or appearance. Basic prostheses are available through the public health system.

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Dental implant procedure

A dental implant is a device used to replace missing teeth. Find out how a titanium screw is used to replace the root of one or more teeth.

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Dental bridge

A dental bridge permanently replaces missing teeth with false teeth. Learn about this procedure and how to care for your dental bridge.

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Inserting an internal cardioverter defibrillator

An abnormal heart rhythm can cause cardiac arrest. Having an ICD inserted may save your life by giving you a shock to make your heart beat normally again.

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Inserting a pacemaker

An abnormal heart rhythm can cause cardiac arrest and even death. Having a pacemaker inserted may save your life by preventing you from having a cardiac arrest.

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Dentures

Dentures are false teeth that you can wear to replace missing teeth. This can make eating and speaking easier. Find out what the procedure involves.

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Guide to dental procedures

Dental procedures help with pain, infection, injury or disease in your teeth or gums. Here are some questions to ask your dental practitioner.

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Orthodontic treatments

Orthodontic treatments are dental procedures that help to straighten teeth and correct problems with your bite. Learn about orthodontic treatments.

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Dental crown procedure

A dental crown covers an existing tooth. It can improve the way a decayed or broken tooth looks and functions. Learn about dental crown procedures.

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Veneers

Veneers are thin coverings that can make your teeth look whiter and more regular. Learn about this procedure and how to care for your veneers.

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Pacemaker

A pacemaker is a medical device put in the chest to correct heart problems, such as irregular heartbeat or heart muscle problems.

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Cochlear implant

Cochlear implants are electronic devices that stimulate the hearing nerve to provide sounds directly to the brain. They are are designed to recognise signals as sound, which in turn help understand speech.

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Dental braces and retainers

Dental braces, aligners and retainers are used to improve the appearance of your teeth or to correct your bite - learn about the different options.

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Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD)

You may need an ICD, or ACID (automated implantable cardioverter defibrillator) if you have an abnormally fast or irregular heartbeat. Learn why here.

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Breast augmentation (breast implants)

Women may have breast implant surgery for cosmetic or medical reasons. Learn about breast implants and some questions to ask your doctor.

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Breast reconstruction with latissimus dorsi flap

A breast reconstruction with latissimus dorsi flap is an operation to recreate a breast shape. You should consider the options carefully and have realistic expectations about the results.

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Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

A breast reconstruction with a breast implant or tissue expander is an operation to recreate a breast shape. You should consider the options carefully and have realistic expectations about the results.

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Private health insurance

Private health insurance can cover ambulance transport, hospital stays and extras, such as optical and dental. Learn more about health insurance here.

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