How it compares in Canberra
| Fact | This clinic | Canberra |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 184 | 33 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 4% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “friendly team” | 20% | 15% on average |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes | 66 of 199 clinics with listed hours |
| Gum treatment | Confirmed | 15 of 269 clinics confirm it |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 42 of 269 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (11)
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Dental implants
Its website: implants to stabilise removable dentures; implant bridges and fixed bridges for missing teeth. (its website)
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Braces & aligners
Its website: orthodontic treatment options; orthodontics for adults. (its website)
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Veneers & cosmetic
Its website: cosmetic (clear or tooth-coloured) braces; smile makeovers combining multiple treatments. (its website)
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Teeth whitening
Its website: in-chair whitening with take-home custom tray kit; zoom teeth whitening. (its website)
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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth information (signs, early removal, infection); wisdom teeth assessment and removal. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: first dental visit soon after first tooth; fun, relaxed visits for children claim. (its website)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: dedicated emergency phone line; same-day emergency appointments. Its listing shows it open Saturday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: implants to stabilise removable dentures; implant retained dentures. (its website)
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Gum treatment
Its website: gum disease assessment, deep cleaning and maintenance. (its website)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: oral sedation or anxiety medication; invitation for anxious patients to tell staff beforehand. (its website)
What 184 written reviews mention
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37Friendly team
1.4× the Canberra average.
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27Gentle treatment
1.5× the Canberra average.
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17Explains things clearly
Close to the Canberra average.
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansDigital X-rayGeneral anaestheticHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationIntraoral scannerInvisalignLaserMillingPanoramic X-ray (OPG)Same-day crowns (CEREC)Sleep apnea
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Established
- 1997 (its website)
“Kaleen Family Dental Surgery is dedicated to provide all patients with high quality dentistry. As soon as you enter our family dental clinic, you’ll instantly sense the relaxing atmosphere and you’ll be greeted warmly by our friendly and professional team.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's a preferred provider for at least one health fund. Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Kids (CDBS)
- Says it bulk-bills eligible children. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans, Help with early super release. (its website)
Before treatment, ask
- Ask whether the payment plan is interest-free, and about any fees.
- Ask who gives the IV sedation, and what it adds to the cost.
- Ask the clinic to check your child's CDBS eligibility (it depends on Medicare and family payments) before you book.
Getting there
Kaleen Shopping Centre, Gwydir Square, Kaleen ACT 2617Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Polish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for gum treatment
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My Dentist Canberra
1.3 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Canberra Implant and Periodontal Centre (CIPC)
3.0 km · 3.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Elfar Dental
3.2 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Call Kaleen Family Dental Surgery
Kaleen: open Saturday, emergency appointments, IV sedation.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · kaleenfamilydental.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count