How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 53 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 6% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “friendly team” | 21% | 15% on average |
| Gum treatment | Confirmed | 208 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (7)
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Dental implants
Its website: custom-made crowns, bridges and implant restorations; implant bridges and fixed bridges for missing teeth. (its website)
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Braces & aligners
Its website: braces-free orthodontic option offered alongside braces; invisalign. (its website)
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Veneers & cosmetic
Its website: resin bonding; dental veneers (porcelain and composite). (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: children's dentistry focused on prevention; children's dentistry (kids' dentist, paediatric). Its listing says it sees children. (its website · its listing)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; emergency dental appointments for pain and infection. Its listing shows it open Saturday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: complete (full) dentures; full dentures. (its website)
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Gum treatment
Its website: gum disease assessment, deep cleaning and maintenance. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Teeth whiteningits website
- Wisdom teeth & oral surgeryits website
- Root canalits website
- Sedation & nervous patientsits website
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- Digital X-rayIntraoral scannerInvisalignMillingSame-day crowns (CEREC)Sleep apneaTMJ (jaw joint) treatment
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
“Welcome to Elwood Family Dentist, your trusted partner for comprehensive dental care in Elwood. Our warm and caring dentists in Elwood ensures comfort throughout your visit, whether for preventive, restorative, or cosmetic dentistry. At our dental clinic in Elwood, our dedicated team provides exceptional clinical care with a commitment to high-quality service, delivering a unique dental experience.”
What 53 written reviews mention
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11Friendly team
1.4× the Melbourne average.
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8Gentle treatment
1.7× the Melbourne average.
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's in the Bupa Members First, HCF More For Teeth networks. 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
- With Bupa Members First? 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: 87 Brighton Rd
87 Brighton Rd, Elwood VIC 3184On-site parking (its listing).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for gum treatment
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Dentistry in Elwood
1.2 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Capital Dental Care
1.8 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Central Dental Elsternwick
1.9 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
Call Elwood Family Dentist
Elwood: open Saturday, emergency appointments, bulk-bills kids (CDBS).
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · elwoodfamilydentist.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count