How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 24 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 4% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “explains things clearly” | 21% | 8% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “friendly team” | 21% | 15% on average |
| Open until 6:30 pm or later on a weeknight | Yes | 446 of 1,969 clinics with listed hours |
| ABN active since | 2000 | 2014 at the middle of 1,143 clinics |
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scans3D printerDIAGNOdentDigital X-rayGeneral anaestheticIntraoral cameraIntraoral scannerInvisalignPanoramic X-ray (OPG)TMJ (jaw joint) treatmentZoom
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Established
- 1995 (its website)
- Business register
- ABN 26 007 214 093, active since May 2000 · private company (ABN Lookup)
“Dr Joseph Paino is the highly renowned principal of Enhance Dental. He has over 30 years of dental experience and uses the most comfortable and virtually pain free methods available. We offer the highest standards and technology in general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign (straight teeth - no braces) and Sedation dentistry. We also offer every type of tooth replacement procedure. This includes advanced dental implants, bridges and dentures. If you’re after a long term dentist that offers comprehensive treatment in a relaxed environment we are sure you will not be disappointed.”
Treatments it confirms (5)
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Dental implants
Its website: all-On-X full-arch implants; implants as an alternative to loose or slipping dentures. (its website)
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Braces & aligners
Its website: free Invisalign / clear aligner consultation; orthodontics for adults. (its website)
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Veneers & cosmetic
Its website: dental veneers (porcelain and composite); smile makeovers combining multiple treatments. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: children's dentistry (kids' dentist, paediatric); child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) free kids dental. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; daily slots reserved for emergencies. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Teeth whiteningits website
- Denturesits website
- Sedation & nervous patientsits website
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 the clinic to check your child's CDBS eligibility (it depends on Medicare and family payments) before you book.
Getting there: 566 St Kilda Rd
566 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: German (its website).
What 24 written reviews mention
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5Explains things clearly
2.5× the Melbourne average.
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5Friendly team
1.4× the Melbourne average.
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5Invisalign patients
More than 5× the Melbourne average.
Nearest clinics also confirmed for emergency dentist
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Enhance Dental
Same building · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Parkview Dental
0.2 km · 4+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Domain Dental:Dr Bruno Cataldo
0.9 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
Call Dr Joseph Paino
Melbourne: late on Mon, emergency appointments, bulk-bills kids (CDBS).
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · enhancedental.com, Oct 2026 · ABN Lookup and ASIC business names (CC BY 3.0 AU), Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count