Dentists in Melbourne 2026 — Find Clinics & Emergency Care

Dentists in Melbourne 2026 — Overview

Melbourne is served by a large network of dental practices — from CBD specialist clinics to affordable suburban family dentists. This guide covers emergency dental care, public dental access and how to find a dentist near you in Melbourne. health.vic.gov.au/dental-health

Emergency Dental Care in Melbourne

• Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM) — 720 Swanston Street, Carlton. The public emergency dental facility for Victoria. Accepts walk-ins for dental emergencies. Open weekdays and select weekend hours. (03) 9341 1000. dhsv.org.au
• Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) — operates 57 community dental clinics across Greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. dhsv.org.au

Public and Bulk Billing Dental Care

The Victorian Dental Program covers eligible Victorians — Health Care Card holders, Pensioner Concession Card holders and children up to 12. Community dental clinics run through DHSV are the primary access point. dhsv.org.au

The federal Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) also applies — up to $1,095 in dental benefits for eligible children aged 2-17. servicesaustralia.gov.au

Finding a Private Dentist in Melbourne

Search the ADA Find a Dentist directory by Melbourne suburb for registered practitioners. ada.org.au/find-a-dentist

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