How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 335 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 1% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “thorough” | 4% | 2% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “explains things clearly” | 14% | 8% on average |
| Open until 6:30 pm or later on a weeknight | Yes | 446 of 1,969 clinics with listed hours |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 352 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
What 335 written reviews mention
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46Explains things clearly
1.7× the Melbourne average.
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41Friendly team
Close to the Melbourne average.
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17Modern equipment
More than 5× the Melbourne average.
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16Gentle treatment
Below the Melbourne average.
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13Thorough
1.8× the Melbourne average.
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8Answers every question
1.6× the Melbourne average.
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7At ease when nervous
1.4× the Melbourne average.
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6Fair prices
Below the Melbourne average.
Treatments it confirms (3)
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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 focused on prevention; children's dentistry (kids' dentist, paediatric). Its listing says it sees children. (its website · its listing)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: sedation options for anxious patients; offers IV sedation / sleep dentistry / general anaesthetic / happy gas. Its listing says it offers sedation. (its website · its listing)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Dental implantsits website
- Braces & alignersits website
- Wisdom teeth & oral surgeryits website
- Emergency dentistits website
- Denturesits website
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D printerGeneral anaestheticIntraoral scannerInvisalignSame-day crowns (CEREC)
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Established
- 2016 (its website)
“Welcome to Studio Smiles, a go-to destination for quality dental care in Bayside Highett. Our team of experienced and skilled dental professionals is committed to delivering personalised care tailored to meet each patient's unique needs. We cover everything from routine check-ups, wisdom teeth extraction, dental filling, and root canal treatment to emergency dental services. Our dentist uses the latest technology and techniques to ensure effective dental treatment while putting the patient's comfort and safety first.”
Health funds and ways to pay
- Health funds
- Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans. (its website)
Getting there: 497B Highett Rd
497B Highett Rd, Highett VIC 3190Languages besides English: Cantonese, French, Mandarin, Spanish (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for sedation & nervous patients
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Bright Light Dental
1.9 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Captivate Dental
1.9 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Bayside Family Dental
1.9 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
Call Studio Smiles
Highett: open Saturday, late on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, HICAPS on the spot.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · studiosmiles.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count