Melbourne Services & Moving Here Dentists

The 6 Best Dentists & Dental Clinics in Melbourne (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 6 picks

Good dentists in Melbourne in 2026 include Smile Solutions in the Manchester Unity Building for general and specialist care under one roof, Brighton Dental Group, operating since 1897, for bayside families, Docklands Dental Studio for Saturday appointments, Fitzroy Dental in the inner north, and the public Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne for eligible patients.

How we chose

This is a shortlist of established Melbourne dental practices, not a ranking, and it is not medical advice. Each practice is currently operating, has its own website, a published address and clear information about its services; we favoured practices with a long track record and transparent information, and included the public Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. We did not rank by clinical outcome. Nobody paid to be included and there are no affiliate links.

Every dentist in Australia must be registered with the Dental Board of Australia. Check any dentist by name on the Ahpra register of practitioners before treatment; only registered specialists may call themselves specialists. Ask for a written treatment plan and quote, with item numbers, before major work.

Most adult dental care in Australia is private: Medicare does not cover routine check-ups, so you pay the practice and claim back through private health insurance extras cover if you have it. Eligible children can use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, and public dental care in Victoria is available to eligible adults, mainly concession-card holders.

1. Smile Solutions — CBD (Collins Street)

A large CBD practice, founded in 1993, with general dentists and board-registered specialists under one roof.

Specialty General, cosmetic and children's dentistry, orthodontics, implants, specialist careBest for Patients wanting general and specialist care in one place

Smile Solutions has operated since 1993 from the Manchester Unity Building on the corner of Collins and Swanston streets. It brings general dentists, hygienists and oral health therapists together with board-registered specialists in orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and paediatric dentistry.

It suits patients with complex needs who want everything co-ordinated in one practice, and it opens on Saturday mornings. Payment plans are available for larger treatment.

Good to know: Its complimentary cosmetic consultation needs a $50 refundable deposit to book.

Level 1, 220 Collins Street (Manchester Unity Building), Melbourne VIC 3000

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2. Brighton Dental Group — Brighton

A bayside family practice that has been operating since 1897.

Specialty Preventive, children's and restorative dentistry, orthodontics, whitening, sleep devicesBest for Bayside families and long-term patients

Brighton Dental Group says it has been operating since 1897, making it one of Melbourne's longest-running practices. Its team covers preventive and children's dentistry, crowns, root canal treatment, orthodontics, whitening, wisdom teeth and sleep devices.

It suits families in Brighton and the bayside suburbs who want a long-established local practice, with free street parking nearby.

Good to know: Book online through its site; parking is free on New Street.

313 New Street, Brighton VIC 3186

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3. Docklands Dental Studio — Docklands

A Docklands practice with about 20 years behind it and Saturday hours.

Specialty General, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, implants, InvisalignBest for Docklands residents and city workers

Docklands Dental Studio has been building its practice for around 20 years and covers check-ups, children's dentistry, root canals, crowns and bridges, implants, dentures, Invisalign, veneers and whitening.

It suits Docklands residents and CBD workers, opening late on Thursdays and on Saturdays until 3pm.

Good to know: Cancel at least 48 hours ahead — it charges $50 for late cancellations.

57 Merchant Street, Docklands VIC 3008

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4. Fitzroy Dental — Fitzroy

An inner-north general practice on Brunswick Street that accepts all major health funds.

Specialty General, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, clear aligners and bracesBest for Inner-north residents and families

Fitzroy Dental is a general practice at the city end of Brunswick Street, covering check-ups, children's dentistry, fillings, root canals, wisdom teeth, crowns, implants, whitening and orthodontics, including clear aligners and traditional braces.

It says it accepts all major private health insurers, which suits locals in Fitzroy, Collingwood and Carlton who want straightforward claiming.

Good to know: Ask which clear-aligner system it recommends for you — it works with several brands.

15 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065

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5. Richmond Dental Surgery — Richmond

A Richmond general practice open on Saturdays, with a children and teens program.

Specialty General, cosmetic and specialised treatments, children and teensBest for Families and workers in Richmond and the inner east

Richmond Dental Surgery is a general practice on Elizabeth Street in Richmond, whose dentists are mostly University of Melbourne graduates. It offers general and cosmetic dentistry, specialised treatments and a children and teens program.

It opens weekdays until 6pm and on Saturdays, which suits working families in Richmond, Cremorne and Abbotsford.

Good to know: Saturday appointments make it a good option if you can't get away during the week.

85 Elizabeth Street, Richmond VIC 3121

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6. Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne — Carlton

Victoria's public dental teaching hospital, for eligible patients and specialist referrals.

Specialty Public general, emergency and specialist dental careBest for Eligible public patients (mainly concession-card holders) and children

The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, run by Dental Health Services Victoria, is the state's main public dental and teaching hospital, on Swanston Street in Carlton. It provides general, emergency and specialist dental care to patients who meet Victoria's eligibility criteria, usually concession-card holders and children.

It is the place to start if you hold a concession card or need specialist care through the public system. Expect waiting lists for non-urgent treatment.

Good to know: Check eligibility and how to book on Dental Health Services Victoria's website before you go.

720 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC 3053

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist cost in Melbourne?

Each practice sets its own fees. A check-up, clean and X-rays commonly costs a few hundred dollars without insurance, and crowns or implants run into the thousands. Extras cover pays part of each item; ask for a quote with item numbers so you can check your rebate.

Does Medicare cover dental in Victoria?

Not for most adults. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule pays a capped amount toward basic dental care for eligible children aged 0–17 over two calendar years. Victoria's public dental services, including the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and community dental clinics, treat eligible adults (mainly concession-card holders) and children.

How do I check a dentist is registered?

Search the dentist's name on Ahpra's public register. It shows registration with the Dental Board of Australia, any specialist registration and any conditions on practice.

What should I do in a dental emergency in Melbourne?

Call your dentist first — many hold emergency slots, and some CBD practices open on weekends. For severe swelling, breathing difficulty or uncontrolled bleeding, go to a hospital emergency department. Eligible public patients can contact the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne about emergency care.

Can I find a dentist who speaks my language?

All Australian dentists practise in English, and many Melbourne practices have staff who speak other languages — ask when booking. The free Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) can also help.

1. Smile Solutions — CBD (Collins Street)

2. Brighton Dental Group — Brighton

3. Docklands Dental Studio — Docklands

4. Fitzroy Dental — Fitzroy

5. Richmond Dental Surgery — Richmond

6. Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne — Carlton

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