How it compares in Melbourne
| Fact | This clinic | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 338 | 38 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 3% | 5% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “invisalign patients” | 2% | 1% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “friendly team” | 21% | 15% 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)
What 338 written reviews mention
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70Friendly team
1.3× the Melbourne average.
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30Explains things clearly
Close to the Melbourne average.
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15Gentle treatment
Below the Melbourne average.
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8Invisalign patients
3.0× the Melbourne average.
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7Fair prices
Below the Melbourne average.
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6Clean clinic
Close to the Melbourne average.
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5Hygienist praised
3.6× the Melbourne average.
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)
“Our team of dental professionals is passionate about dentistry and aspires to be the best dentists in Oakleigh. We’ve created an environment where you can feel safe knowing you will receive the best dental care. We aim to provide a great dental experience that will leave you feeling relaxed and confident. From the minute you walk into our clinic, our philosophy is to provide you with the highest level of dental care using the latest technology. We offer orthodontics, Invisalign, dental implants, teeth whitening, wisdom teeth removal, children’s dentistry and dental emergencies.”
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.
Getting there: 1-3 Burlington St
1-3 Burlington St, Oakleigh VIC 3166LGBTQ+ friendly (its listing).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for gum treatment
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Oakleigh Smiles
1.0 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Mary Dental
2.5 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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EDentist Bentleigh East
2.8 km · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
Call The Smile Collective
Oakleigh: 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