How it compares in Hobart
| Fact | This clinic | Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 135 | 20 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 3% | 6% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “fair prices” | 9% | 3% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “friendly team” | 24% | 19% on average |
| ABN active since | 2018 | 2013 at the middle of 41 clinics |
| Gum treatment | Confirmed | 3 of 106 clinics confirm it |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 3 of 106 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (10)
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Dental implants
Its website: implants can last 25+ years or a lifetime; explanation of how dental implants work. (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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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth assessment and removal; tooth extractions. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: fun, relaxed visits for children claim; first dental visit soon after first tooth. Its listing says it sees children. (its website · its listing)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; same-day emergency appointments. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: full dentures; denture relines and repairs for loose 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: gentle, empathetic approach to anxious patients; offers IV sedation / sleep dentistry / general anaesthetic / happy gas. Its listing says it offers sedation. (its website · its listing)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Teeth whiteningits website
What 135 written reviews mention
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33Friendly team
1.3× the Hobart average.
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12Fair prices
2.9× the Hobart average.
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12Gentle treatment
Close to the Hobart average.
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8Explains things clearly
Close to the Hobart average.
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6Thorough
3.0× the Hobart average.
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- Digital X-rayInvisalignMillingSame-day crowns (CEREC)Sleep apneaTMJ (jaw joint) treatment
- Memberships it lists
- ICOIRACDS
- Established
- 2015 (its website)
- Business register
- ABN 38 626 994 250, active since Jul 2018 · private company (ABN Lookup)
“Looking for a dentist in Hobart? Island Dental offers same day appointments, emergency dentistry, cosmetic services, and dental implants. Led by Dr Girish Sasidharan, our caring team provides warm, professional family dental care in our modern CBD facility with the latest dental technology. Unique: Tasmania's only private mobile dental clinic for aged care facilities. We are passionate about making dentistry accessible and affordable. Payment flexibility with Afterpay, Smile Right, and bulk billing for eligible children.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's in the HCF More For Teeth network. 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
- With HCF More For Teeth? Ask what your gap will be for the treatment you need.
- Ask whether the payment plan is interest-free, and about any fees.
- Ask the clinic to check your child's CDBS eligibility (it depends on Medicare and family payments) before you book.
Getting there: 195 Elizabeth St
195 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet and LGBTQ+ friendly (its listing).
Languages besides English: Mandarin (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for root canal
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Dental Pod
0.3 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Hobart Endodontics
1.9 km · 4 reviews
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Innova Dental Rosny
4.2 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
Call Island Dental Hobart
Hobart: emergency appointments, bulk-bills kids (CDBS).
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · islanddentalhobart.com.au, Oct 2026 · ABN Lookup and ASIC business names (CC BY 3.0 AU), Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count