ACC Dental Injury Treatment
If your dental problem was caused by an accident or injury, you may be eligible for financial assistance through ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation).
ACC helps cover the cost of treatment for dental injuries caused by accidents.
What ACC May Cover
ACC may contribute to treatment such as:
- Repair of broken or chipped teeth
- Treatment for damaged teeth
- Tooth extractions caused by injury
- Treatment for jaw injuries
- Follow-up treatment related to the injury
What To Do After a Dental Injury
If you have experienced a dental injury:
- Contact a dentist as soon as possible.
- Your dentist will assess the injury.
- An ACC claim will be submitted on your behalf.
Once the claim is approved, ACC will advise what treatment costs they will cover.
Urgent Dental Injuries
Dental injuries should be treated as soon as possible.
Early treatment may help save damaged teeth and prevent complications.
If you have suffered a dental injury, please contact Avonhead Dental immediately so we can assess the situation.