The purpose of Filling the Gap is to improve the health and quality of life of vulnerable people with poor oral health through the provision of pro bono dental treatment. Our programs prioritise those most in need who are unable to access mainstream dental services, including asylum seekers and refugees, and disadvantaged people needing urgent dental care.

Filling the Gap collaborates with a range of partners to deliver dental aid programs using our network of volunteer dentists. Our partners include the Australian Dental Health Foundation and many charities that support disadvantaged people in the community.

Advocating for equity of access and better oral health care for all Australians is another key function of Filling the Gap.