Considering Relocating to Australia or New Zealand as a Dentist?
Meet the team helping UK dentists make the move - with clear earning potential, full patient books, and end-to-end relocation support.
Abano Healthcare is meeting UK and Irish dentists during our upcoming UK trip to the British Dental Conference in Birmingham. We'll be travelling across the UK between May 14th and 18th.
In your meeting: Understand how earnings actually work (fee splits, demand, income). Get clarity on visas, registration and relocation. Speak directly with the team supporting dentists on the ground. Free. 30 minutes. Limited spaces.
Prefer to begin with an information session? View our upcoming Webinars:
How Do You Want To Practise Dentistry Long-Term?
Across the UK, dentistry has become increasingly high-volume and contract-driven. You may feel a sense of familiarity with the following:
- 25-30 patients daily as your 'norm'
- 84% of NHS professionals have reported burnout
- Over 3000 dentists have left the NHS since the pandemic
- A contract model that feels "unfit for purpose"
Ask Yourself:
- Do you have the time you want to deliver excellent patient care?
- Do you have autonomy over treatment planning?
- Does your earning structure reflect clinical skill?
- Is your workload sustainable?
If the answer is "I'm not sure anymore", you're not alone.
What Would It Feel Like to Practise Differently?
What Would It Feel Like to Practise Differently?
Australia and New Zealand operate predominantly private dental systems. That means:
No UDA
Targets
Percentage-Based Earnings
Greater Scheduling Flexibility
Established Patient Flow
This isn't about "escaping" anything.
It's about choosing a model that aligns with how you want to practise.
Start with a simple, no-pressure online information session
Are You Concerned About Starting From Zero?
Many mid-career dentists hesitate because they have built strong patient bases across the UK or Ireland. When you join an Abano clinic as a dentist, you are joining an established network with:
- Existing patient demand
- Marketing Support
- Defined ramp-up periods
- Structured onboarding
You are not relocating to an empty chair.
What Does It Actually Feel Like?
My partner and I are new to Australia and have found the Abano team an excellent help. Moving from abroad can be a bit of a minefield when it comes to finding a job and getting all the right documents and registrations sorted, but Kimon has guided us throughout the whole process with a relaxed and gentle approach
Australian & New Zealand Dentistry Registration
Understanding the Abano Healthcare Earnings Model
In the UK, earnings often sit within capped or contract-driven frameworks. Australia and New Zealand operate predominantly on a percentage-based private model. Your income depends on case mix, percentage split, productivity, and location.
We will explain how percentage models work, typical billing structures, realistic earning expectations and cost-of-living considerations.
No inflated claims. Just clarity.
Relocation Is More Than "Just a Job Move"
As you consider a career in Australia or New Zealand, you might be thinking about:
- Partner working rights
- Schooling options
- Housing affordability
- Long-term residency pathways
These conversations are part of the process. Not an afterthought.
Our focus is long-term alignment, not short-term placement.
What Does The 1:1 Cover?
- Eligibility assessment
Registration pathway clarity
Timeline expectations
Earning structure explanation
Location suitability
Visa discussion
Family considerations
You leave with clarity, and a defined next step.
Reserve Your Confidential Consultation
Meet Us In Person In The UK
Birmingham: 14th - 17th May
Private consultation slots are limited. Relocation decisions often unfold over months - not days.
Start the conversation properly. Hear from dentists who relocated to New Zealand in the video below.
Attending the British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show?
Schedule a confidential discussion during the event.
Reserve a Meeting in BirminghamPrefer to Begin With an Information Session?
We're hosting two structured webinars:
- Moving to Australia as a Dentist
- Moving to New Zealand as a Dentist
Each session explains registration, earning models, and relocation planning. We welcome you to consider a consultation afterwards.
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