From October 2016, POD commenced delivery of general dental services at TAIHS on Gorden St, Garbutt. This service is complimentary for current TAIHS Medical clients.
The outsourcing agreement includes management and employment of highly qualified local graduate dentists and certified dental assistants for TAIHS.
Eligible patients referred by TAIHS Medical GPs are now seen on the day of referral for full mouth assessments and Oral Urgent Treatment (OUT). Continuing rehabilitative and preventative care commenced within the same week of referral.
TAIHS is the only medical centre in Townsville with a Dental Service available every day, 5 days a week, with regular oral health promotion activities around Townsville commencing January 2017.