Going to a dental school in Perth is worth it for eligible patients seeking subsidised emergency care. The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) provides specialist and general services, including an after-hours emergency clinic on weekends and public holidays. Treatment is often performed by supervised students, ensuring high standards at a lower cost.

• Eligibility: Services are primarily for Health Care or Pension Concession Card holders and school-aged children.
• Weekend Care: An emergency clinic operates at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm on weekends and public holidays.
• Appointments: You must phone ahead between 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm on weekends; walk-ins are not accepted.
• Cost: Fees apply to all emergency treatments, though subsidies are available for valid concession card holders.