How it compares in Geelong
| Fact | This clinic | Geelong |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 312 | 40 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 3% | 4% on average |
| ABN active since | 2017 | 2013 at the middle of 63 clinics |
| Gum treatment | Confirmed | 8 of 126 clinics confirm it |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 21 of 126 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: free Invisalign / clear aligner consultation; orthodontic treatment options. (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; children's dentistry (kids' dentist, paediatric). (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 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; sedation options for anxious patients. (its website)
What 312 written reviews mention
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44Friendly team
Close to the Geelong average.
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32Gentle treatment
Close to the Geelong average.
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17Explains things clearly
Close to the Geelong average.
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10At ease when nervous
1.8× the Geelong average.
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansGeneral anaestheticHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationIntraoral scannerInvisalignSame-day crowns (CEREC)Sleep apneaTMJ (jaw joint) treatmentZoom
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Business register
- ABN 72 846 885 216, active since Aug 2017 · trust
Business name registered 2020 (ABN Lookup)
“At Geelong West Dental, our team of experienced dentists cover all aspects of dental care including general dentistry, dental implants, digital smile design and orthodontics in a welcoming environment. Using state-of-the-art dental technology and by integrating a patient-centred approach, we are committed to ensuring your comfort. Whether you suffer from dental fear, experience anxiety, or have any other concerns, our dedicated team can provide alternative solutions.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Kids (CDBS)
- Says it bulk-bills eligible children. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans. (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
Ground Floor, 43 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Mandarin, Polish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for gum treatment
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Dr James van den Berg
2.8 km · 2 reviews
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Newtown Periodontics
2.8 km · 7 reviews
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Geelong Dentist Clinic
2.8 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
Call Geelong West Dental
Geelong West: emergency appointments, IV sedation.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · geelongwestdental.com.au, Oct 2026 · ABN Lookup and ASIC business names (CC BY 3.0 AU), Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count