How it compares in Mackay
| Fact | This clinic | Mackay |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 464 | 35 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 2% | 3% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “great with kids” | 1% | 1% on average |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes | 10 of 33 clinics with listed hours |
| Teeth whitening | Confirmed | 6 of 47 clinics confirm it |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 9 of 47 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (9)
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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: smile makeovers combining multiple treatments; smile makeover. (its website)
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Teeth whitening
Its website: zoom teeth whitening; branded whitening systems (Boutique, Zoom). (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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Emergency dentist
Its website: same-day emergency appointments; emergency dental care offered. 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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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: sedation options for anxious patients; offers IV sedation / sleep dentistry / general anaesthetic / happy gas. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Root canalits website
- Gum treatmentits website
What 464 written reviews mention
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78Friendly team
Close to the Mackay average.
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43Gentle treatment
Close to the Mackay average.
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25Explains things clearly
Below the Mackay average.
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11Fair prices
Close to the Mackay average.
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8At ease when nervous
Close to the Mackay average.
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6Quick and efficient
Below the Mackay average.
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6Great with kids
2.2× the Mackay average.
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5Clean clinic
2.6× the Mackay average.
Equipment it lists
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansClearCorrectGeneral anaestheticHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationIntraoral scannerInvisalignPanoramic X-ray (OPG)TMJ (jaw joint) treatmentZoom
- Established
- 2001 (its website)
“Ooralea Dental Care - We are family owned dental team serving Mackay since 12 years. We provide the same quality of the service which we expect for ourselves and our family members. We are proud to say that we have helped many anxious dental patients. Our team is well trained in providing the comprehensive, high quality dental care to whole family. We are also proud to mention that our dentists regularly participate in Professional development courses.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's a preferred provider for at least one health fund. Offers no-gap check-ups for some fund members. Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Kids (CDBS)
- Says it bulk-bills eligible children. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans, DVA card accepted. (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: Shop 6/67 Boundary Rd
Shop 6/67 Boundary Rd, Ooralea QLD 4740Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Polish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for teeth whitening
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Mackay Family Dental
5.4 km · 18 reviews
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Mount Pleasant Medical & Dental Centre
6.4 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
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Plaza Dental Mackay
6.5 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
Call Ooralea Dental Care Mackay
Ooralea: open Saturday, emergency appointments, IV sedation.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · ooraleadentalcare.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count