How it compares in Bendigo
| Fact | This clinic | Bendigo |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 364 | 35 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 3% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “quick and efficient” | 1% | 1% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “gentle treatment” | 11% | 9% on average |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes | 8 of 40 clinics with listed hours |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 8 of 57 clinics confirm it |
| Teeth whitening | Confirmed | 8 of 57 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (8)
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Dental implants
Its website: implant bridges and fixed bridges for missing teeth; dental implants. (its website)
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Braces & aligners
Its website: orthodontic treatment options; invisalign. (its website)
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Veneers & cosmetic
Its website: natural-looking cosmetic results; dental veneers (porcelain and composite). (its website)
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Teeth whitening
Its website: zoom teeth whitening; philips Zoom! whitening gels. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: first dental visit soon after first tooth; children's dentistry. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; same-day emergency appointments. Its listing shows it open Saturday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: full dentures; denture relines and repairs for loose dentures. (its website)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: oral sedation or anxiety medication; sedation options for anxious patients. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Wisdom teeth & oral surgeryits website
- Gum treatmentits website
What 364 written reviews mention
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62Friendly team
Close to the Bendigo average.
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42Gentle treatment
1.3× the Bendigo average.
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17Explains things clearly
Below the Bendigo average.
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7Great with kids
Close to the Bendigo average.
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6Fair prices
Close to the Bendigo average.
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5Quick and efficient
1.4× the Bendigo average.
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's in the Medibank Members' Choice network. 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 Medibank Members' Choice? 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.
Equipment it lists
- On its website
- Digital X-rayHappy gas (nitrous oxide)Intraoral cameraIntraoral scannerInvisalignSame-day crowns (CEREC)Zoom
“Welcome to Bendigo Smiles – a place where high quality dental care is delivered with a gentle and caring touch. At Bendigo Smiles, our vision is to contribute to the growth of our community. We are always looking for new ways to give back, and so far we have been privileged to help out in our own little way. We understand that most people are anxious about visiting a dentist, so we make every effort to ensure that your experience at our practice is a pleasant one.”
Getting there: 78 Arnold St
78 Arnold St, Bendigo VIC 3550Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Polish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for sedation & nervous patients
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Bendigo Dental Group
0.3 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Bendigo Family Dental Care
2.0 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Kennington Dental
2.2 km · 18 reviews
Call Bendigo Smiles Dentist
Bendigo: open Saturday, emergency appointments, bulk-bills kids (CDBS).
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · bendigosmilesdentist.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count