How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 40 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 5% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “gentle treatment” | 15% | 9% on average |
| Gum treatment | Confirmed | 208 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 344 of 2,585 clinics confirm it |
Treatments it confirms (11)
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Dental implants
Its website: implants to stabilise removable dentures; implant bridges and fixed bridges for missing teeth. (its website)
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Braces & aligners
Its website: orthodontic treatment options; orthodontics for adults. (its website)
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Veneers & cosmetic
Its website: cosmetic (clear or tooth-coloured) braces; smile makeovers combining multiple treatments. (its website)
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Teeth whitening
Its website: in-chair whitening with take-home custom tray kit; zoom teeth whitening. (its website)
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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth information (signs, early removal, infection); wisdom teeth assessment and removal. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: first dental visit soon after first tooth; fun, relaxed visits for children claim. (its website)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: same-day emergency appointments; emergency dental care offered. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: implants to stabilise removable dentures; implant retained dentures. (its website)
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Gum treatment
Its website: gum disease assessment, deep cleaning and maintenance. (its website)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: driver, escort and fasting rules around sedation or surgery; oral sedation or anxiety medication. (its website)
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scans3D printerClearCorrectDigital X-rayGeneral anaestheticHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationIntraoral scannerInvisalignLaserMillingPanoramic X-ray (OPG)
- Memberships it lists
- ADA (Australia)
- Established
- 2015 (its website)
“We pride ourselves on being a dental clinic that locals can rely on to deliver exceptional, non-judgemental dental and orthodontic care, ethically and compassionately. Our dental practice uses the latest technology and techniques to help patients achieve a healthy smile. With on-site parking available directly at the front of the building and wheelchair access, getting to us is easy and convenient. Step inside to see a contemporary and fully equipped dental practice, designed to offer a comprehensive range of general and cosmetic dental treatments.”
Prices on its website and health funds
- Invisalign / clear aligners from $4,500 full treatment
- Health funds
- Says it's a preferred provider for at least one health fund. Offers no-gap check-ups for some fund members. Claim on the spot with HICAPS. (its website)
- Kids (CDBS)
- Says it bulk-bills eligible children. (its website)
- Ways to pay
- Payment plans, DVA card accepted. (its website)
Before treatment, ask
- Its invisalign / clear aligners price is “from $4,500”: ask what would make yours cost more.
- Ask whether the payment plan is interest-free, and about any fees.
- Ask who gives the IV sedation, and what it adds to the cost.
- Ask the clinic to check your child's CDBS eligibility (it depends on Medicare and family payments) before you book.
What 40 written reviews mention
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7Friendly team
Close to the Melbourne average.
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6Explains things clearly
1.8× the Melbourne average.
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6Gentle treatment
1.6× the Melbourne average.
Getting there: 116 Mount Eliza Way
116 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza VIC 3930Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for gum treatment
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Ross Bastiaan - Periodontist
4.6 km · 1 review
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Bayside Perio
5.7 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Dental & Dentures on 88 Beach
6.0 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
Call The Smile Collective
Mount Eliza: emergency appointments, IV sedation.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · thesmilecollective.com.au, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count