How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 175 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 4% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “modern equipment” | 3% | 1% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “thorough” | 3% | 2% on average |
| ABN active since | 2021 | 2014 at the middle of 1,143 clinics |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 362 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: all-On-X full-arch implants; range of implant types (single, immediate, All-On-4, fixed bridge, implant dentures, pterygoid, zygomatic). (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: resin bonding; dental veneers (porcelain and composite). (its website)
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Teeth whitening
Its website: in-chair whitening with take-home custom tray kit; in-office and take-home whitening options. (its website)
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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth information (signs, early removal, infection); simple extraction. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: children's dentistry focused on prevention; fun, relaxed visits for children claim. Its listing says it sees children. (its website · its listing)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; emergency dental treatments. Its listing shows it open Saturday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: immediate dentures; flexible dentures. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Gum treatmentits website
- Sedation & nervous patientsits website
What 175 written reviews mention
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34Friendly team
Close to the Melbourne average.
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15Gentle treatment
Close to the Melbourne average.
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12Explains things clearly
Close to the Melbourne average.
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6Modern equipment
4.2× the Melbourne average.
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5Hygienist praised
More than 5× the Melbourne average.
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5Thorough
1.3× the Melbourne average.
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansDigital X-rayHappy gas (nitrous oxide)InvisalignPanoramic X-ray (OPG)Same-day crowns (CEREC)TMJ (jaw joint) treatment
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Established
- 2008 (its website)
- Business register
- ABN 51 912 453 914, active since Jan 2021 · unit trust
Business name registered 2024 (ABN Lookup)
“SmileWorks Dental Kensington is a locally trusted dental clinic in Kensington VIC, offering comprehensive dental care for individuals and families. Services include general dentistry, preventive care, routine check-ups, professional cleans, restorative treatments, and patient-focused dental solutions. As an experienced dentist in Kensington, the clinic emphasizes comfort, clear communication, and personalized care tailored to each patient’s oral health needs.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans. (its website)
Getting there: 481 Macaulay Rd
481 Macaulay Rd, Kensington VIC 3031Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet and LGBTQ+ friendly (its listing).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for root canal
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Genesis Dentists Melbourne
1.0 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
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Lifeline Wisdom Dental Travancore
1.3 km · 1 review
Call SmileWorks Dental Kensington
Kensington: open Saturday, emergency appointments.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · smileworksdentalkensington.com.au, Oct 2026 · ABN Lookup and ASIC business names (CC BY 3.0 AU), Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count