Private Dental Prices Australia 2026 — Compare Dentists
Compare private dental prices. Check-up from $150. Filling from $150. Implant from $3,000. No Medicare for general dental. All prices in AUD.
No Medicare for dental: General dental is NOT covered by Medicare in Australia. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule provides up to $1,095 over 2 years for eligible children. Private health insurance extras cover is the main funding mechanism.
Treatment prices
Check-up & Clean
$250
$150 – $350
A comprehensive dental examination including oral cancer screening, scale and clean (tartar removal), and fluoride treatment. The foundation of preventive dental care.
Examination, scale & clean, fluoride treatment.
Dental Filling
$250
$150 – $400
Repair of a tooth damaged by decay using composite (tooth-coloured) resin. The filling restores the tooth's shape, function, and appearance.
Composite (tooth-coloured) filling. Price varies by size and location.
Crown
$1,500
$1,200 – $2,000
A cap placed over a damaged or weakened tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. Made from porcelain, zirconia, or metal alloy in a dental laboratory.
Porcelain or zirconia crown. Includes lab fees.
Root Canal
$1,200
$800 – $2,000
Treatment to save a severely infected or damaged tooth by removing the infected pulp (nerve), cleaning the canal, and sealing it. Avoids extraction.
Price depends on tooth (front vs molar). May need a crown afterwards.
Dental Implant
$4,500
$3,000 – $6,500
A titanium post surgically placed into the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root, topped with an abutment and crown. The closest replacement to a natural tooth.
Single implant including crown. Bone graft extra if needed.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
$500 simple / $1,500 surgical
$300 – $3,000
Removal of wisdom teeth (third molars) that are impacted, causing pain, or at risk of infection. Simple extraction is done in-chair; surgical removal may require general anaesthetic.
Simple extraction vs surgical under GA. Per tooth.
Invisalign
$7,000
$5,000 – $9,000
A series of custom-made clear plastic aligners that gradually straighten teeth without metal braces. Treatment typically takes 6–18 months depending on complexity.
Full treatment. Express/Lite cases may be less.
Teeth Whitening
$600
$400 – $800
Professional in-chair teeth whitening using concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel and LED light activation. Results are immediate and significantly whiter than over-the-counter products.
In-chair professional whitening. Take-home kits cheaper.
Providers
Pacific Smiles
from $199Clinic · New patient offer. 80+ locations across Australia.
National Dental Care
from $75Clinic · Check-up from $75. Part of Abano Healthcare Group. 200+ dentists.
Maven Dental
from $199Clinic · New patient offer. Multiple locations in NSW, QLD, VIC, SA, WA.
Bupa Dental
from $89Clinic · Check-up from $89. Higher rebates for Bupa health insurance members.
1300SMILES
from $59Clinic · Budget-friendly dentistry. Queensland-focused with national expansion.
Dental365
from $99Clinic · New patient special. Multiple metropolitan locations.
How is dental services funded in Australia?
Medicare
NO Medicare for general dental (only hospital dental for emergencies). Child Dental Benefits Schedule: up to $1,095 over 2 years for eligible children aged 0-17.
Private health insurance
Private health insurance extras cover 50-80% of basic dental (check-ups, fillings, cleaning) up to an annual limit. Major dental (crowns, implants, orthodontics) requires higher extras cover with a 12-month waiting period.
When paying privately for dental services makes sense
All general dental is private in Australia
Unlike the UK NHS, there is no public dental system in Australia for adults. All general dental treatment is out-of-pocket or through private health insurance extras cover.
You need major dental work
Crowns ($1,200-2,000), implants ($3,000-6,500), and orthodontics ($5,000-9,000) are significant costs. Compare quotes from multiple dentists and check your insurance annual limits.
Your child may be eligible for CDBS
The Child Dental Benefits Schedule covers up to $1,095 over 2 years for eligible children. Check eligibility via MyGov or call the CDBS hotline.
You want to use your insurance benefits
Use your annual extras limit before December 31 each year. Most policies reset annually. Preventive check-ups use a small portion of your limit.
What to check before booking
- ✓Ask for a written treatment plan and quote before major work
- ✓Check your health insurance annual limit and waiting periods
- ✓Compare prices — dental fees vary significantly between practices
- ✓Ask about payment plans for major treatments
Sources & further reading
- ADA — Australian Dental Association — Dental fee surveys and treatment guidelines
- Child Dental Benefits Schedule — Services Australia — CDBS eligibility and covered services for children
- AHPRA Dental Register — Verification of registered dental practitioners
Prescription treatments require a valid Australian prescription from an AHPRA-registered practitioner. This site does not provide medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any treatment.