How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 228 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 4% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “clean clinic” | 4% | 2% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “thorough” | 3% | 2% on average |
| ABN active since | 2014 | 2014 at the middle of 1,143 clinics |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 352 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
| Teeth whitening | Confirmed | 566 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (9)
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Dental implants
Its website: range of implant types (single, immediate, All-On-4, fixed bridge, implant dentures, pterygoid, zygomatic); implant suitability assessed with imaging and scans. (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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Teeth whitening
Its website: in-office and take-home whitening options; whitening with custom-made trays. (its website)
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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth information (signs, early removal, infection); oral surgery procedures. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: child preventive care: check-ups, sealants, fluoride; children's dentistry focused on prevention. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; downloadable or online dental emergency guides. Its listing shows it open Saturday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: complete (full) dentures; implants as an alternative to loose or slipping dentures. (its website)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: sedation options for anxious patients; invitation for anxious patients to tell staff beforehand. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Root canalits website
- Gum treatmentits website
What 228 written reviews mention
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37Friendly team
Close to the Melbourne average.
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25Gentle treatment
Close to the Melbourne average.
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20Explains things clearly
Close to the Melbourne average.
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10Fair prices
Close to the Melbourne average.
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8Clean clinic
1.8× the Melbourne average.
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7Thorough
1.4× the Melbourne average.
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5Calm atmosphere
2.2× the Melbourne average.
Equipment it lists
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansClearCorrectDamon bracesDigital X-rayHappy gas (nitrous oxide)Intraoral scannerInvisalignMillingPanoramic X-ray (OPG)Same-day crowns (CEREC)TMJ (jaw joint) treatmentTeledentistry
- Business register
- ABN 40 226 161 023, active since Mar 2014 · trust
Business name registered 2015 (ABN Lookup)
“At Fine Smiles Dental, alleviating dental anxiety is our number one priority. Our team of compassionate dentists contribute to our growing reputation as a leading dental practice in Melbourne's Inner Western area. Using the latest dental technologies and adhering to strict sterilisation protocols, we provide affordable dental care to our patients without sacrificing quality. Our personalised approach to dental care provides our patients with the resources they need to get their oral health on track — you’ll leave our clinic well informed and confident that your smile is in good hands. Our…”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Says it's a preferred provider for at least one health fund. Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Kids (CDBS)
- Says it bulk-bills eligible children. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans, Help with early super release. (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: 170/172 Barkly St
170/172 Barkly St, Footscray VIC 3011Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Cantonese, Mandarin, Polish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for sedation & nervous patients
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Ezy Dental Group
0.4 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Yarraville Dental
2.1 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Smart Choice Dental
3.0 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Call Fine Smiles Dental
Footscray: open Saturday, emergency appointments, bulk-bills kids (CDBS).
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · finesmilesdental.com.au, Oct 2026 · ABN Lookup and ASIC business names (CC BY 3.0 AU), Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count