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The 10 best children's dentists in Adelaide

For a child’s appointment, look for a clinic that explains treatment clearly and makes routine care feel manageable. Adelaide practices offer preventive family dentistry, children’s check-ups and urgent care, with some providing orthodontics or sedation-related options. Check how costs are explained, whether same-day emergency care is available and which payment arrangements apply.

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Among the children's dentists in Adelaide, we put first the ones that make this their main work and have built a steady reputation doing it.

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Compare 10 children's dentists in Adelaide

Adelaide Dental#1
Worth noting
  • Resin bonding and veneers

  • Comprehensive smile planning

  • Payment plan options

Adelaide Dental

5.0236 reviews
76 Fullarton Rd, Norwood SA 5067, Australia
Suited to
Patients seeking cosmetic or general dental care

Adelaide Dental provides general and cosmetic dentistry, with particular focus on veneers, resin bonding and smile transformations. Resin bonding uses tooth-coloured composite shaped directly on the teeth, while veneers can address discolouration, changes in shape and gaps.

A smile transformation begins with a consultation and comprehensive examination involving X-rays, photographs and models, allowing the proposed result to be planned around the patient’s features and goals. The practice also lists payment plans, including fortnightly payments and interest-free instalments. Little to no tooth preparation is described for most resin bonding cases, helping preserve natural tooth structure.

City Central Dental, Adelaide#2
Worth noting
  • Spark and SureSmile clear aligners

  • Multidisciplinary dental care

  • Dental insurance claims processed at the counter

City Central Dental

4.9553 reviews
201/203 Currie St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Suited to
Families seeking preventative, cosmetic or restorative dental care

General, preventative and family dentistry are provided at City Central Dental in Adelaide CBD. The clinic also offers cosmetic dentistry, restorative treatments and clear aligner orthodontics for adults, children and teenagers.

Preventative care combines regular check-ups with patient education and oral health planning. Cosmetic consultations can cover teeth whitening and veneers, while clear aligner care uses Spark and SureSmile for cases ranging from minor rotations to full-arch crowding and bite discrepancies. The multidisciplinary clinic also provides dental implants, root canals, crowns, bridges and sleep apnoea devices. Claims can be processed at the counter for participating dental insurance providers.

Dental Care On Pulteney, Adelaide#3
Worth noting
  • Treatment plans with costs explained

  • Root canal treatment

  • Saturday morning appointments

Dental Care On Pulteney

4.9177 reviews
Unit 37/422 Pulteney St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Suited to
Families seeking preventive, general and children’s dentistry

Preventive, general and children’s dentistry are available at Dental Care On Pulteney, supporting individuals and families with examinations, hygiene plans and treatment. Routine care can include scaling and radiographs to identify or manage dental problems early, while the clinic also provides root canal treatment to save severely infected or decayed teeth.

The practice explains treatment options and costs before work begins, then provides a quote tailored to the patient’s needs after consultation. Its services include general dental cleans and cosmetic dentistry, with online appointment booking available. Opening hours include Saturday mornings, alongside weekday appointments extending to 7pm on Wednesday and Thursday.

Kent Town Dental, Adelaide#4
Worth noting
  • Wisdom teeth removal

  • Insurance-focused treatment quotes

  • Clear treatment explanations

Kent Town Dental

4.9140 reviews
2 Dequetteville Terrace, Kent Town SA 5067, Australia
Suited to
Families and patients anxious about dental treatment

Wisdom teeth removal and general dental treatment are provided at Kent Town Dental, with Dr Francis Wong explaining treatment options and the steps involved. The clinic also suits families, with care described for children as well as adults.

Appointments can include a treatment plan and a quote indicating how much may be covered by insurance. The practice is particularly relevant to people who feel anxious about dental care, including patients seeking a dentist who explains procedures clearly before and after treatment.

Avenue Dental Adelaide West#5
Worth noting
  • 3D smile preview

  • Same-day emergency dentistry

  • Interest-free payment plans

Avenue Dental Adelaide West

4.9127 reviews
Shopping Centre, Shop 12B/447-465 Tapleys Hill Rd, Fulham Gardens SA 5024, Australia
Suited to
Families and adults needing routine, cosmetic or emergency dental care

General, emergency and cosmetic dentistry are available at Avenue Dental Adelaide West, alongside implants and children’s dentistry. The practice lists examinations, cleans, fillings and root canal treatment, as well as Invisalign and treatment for toothache or broken teeth.

Cosmetic consultations can cover whitening and veneers, with a 3D smile preview used to discuss shape, length and colour before treatment. Emergency appointments and same-day emergency dentistry are also promoted, while flexible interest-free payment plans are available. The practice provides a free cosmetic consultation before a dentist assesses suitability and gives an exact quote. This makes the Fulham Gardens clinic relevant to families needing routine care, patients with urgent dental concerns and adults considering cosmetic treatment.

Dentistry on Unley, Adelaide#6
Worth noting
  • Emergency appointments every day

  • Children’s dentistry

  • Same-day CEREC crowns

Dentistry on Unley

4.8179 reviews
1-4/292-294 Unley Rd, Hyde Park SA 5061, Australia
Suited to
Families needing preventive, general or urgent dental care

Dentistry on Unley provides general dentistry and emergency dental care for families, including children’s dentistry and preventive check-ups. The clinic also performs restorations, root canal treatment and dental implants, with treatment planned around each patient’s concerns.

Its preventive approach combines examinations and hygiene appointments with advice for maintaining oral health. Emergency appointments are allocated every day for urgent symptoms such as severe pain, swelling or a broken tooth. Children can be introduced to the practice from a young age, with the team showing them the chair and routines. Same-day CEREC crowns are also available for suitable cases.

Adelaide DentalCare#7
Worth noting
  • Children’s and seniors’ dentistry

  • Emergency dental scheme

  • Invisalign and sleep dentistry

Adelaide DentalCare

4.8173 reviews
Unit 2, Level 1/45 Grenfell St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Suited to
Families seeking general, children’s or restorative dentistry

General, children’s and seniors’ dentistry are available at Adelaide DentalCare, alongside hygiene, prevention and acute trauma care. The CBD clinic also provides crowns and bridges, implants and root canal treatment for patients needing restorative care.

Its broader service list covers sleep apnoea, TMJ concerns and cosmetic options including porcelain veneers, whitening and Invisalign. The practice supports families with children’s dentistry and provides check-ups, cleans and dental advice, as well as an emergency dental scheme. Patients can also seek wisdom teeth care and sleep dentistry.

Melbourne Street, Adelaide#8
Worth noting
  • Crowns and bridges

  • Dental implants

  • Invisalign Teen

Melbourne Street

4.858 reviews
Unit 54/55 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia
Suited to
Families needing general, restorative or emergency dentistry

Crowns, bridges, dental implants and family dentistry are available through Melbourne Street. The clinic welcomes patients of all ages and also provides orthodontic care, including Invisalign Teen, alongside emergency dental appointments and routine cleans and examinations.

The practice can arrange same-day attention where possible for dental emergencies, then plan follow-up care if further treatment is needed. Its crown and bridge service uses restorations to strengthen damaged teeth or replace missing ones, while implants replace missing teeth without altering healthy neighbouring teeth.

Gentle Dentistry Adelaide#9
Worth noting
  • BUPA Platinum Preferred Provider

  • Invisalign for adults and teens

  • Emergency dental services

Gentle Dentistry Adelaide

4.783 reviews
Level 2/198 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Suited to
Families, anxious patients and Invisalign candidates

Check-ups, professional cleans, Invisalign and emergency dental care are available at Gentle Dentistry Adelaide. The clinic provides general and cosmetic dentistry, with additional services including wisdom teeth removal, implants and crowns. Its emergency service provides prompt assessment and treatment when dental pain or injury needs attention.

Invisalign is offered for adults and teens seeking a discreet way to straighten teeth, with treatment plans ranging from Express to Comprehensive. The practice is a BUPA Members First Platinum Dental Network provider and supports Mandarin communication during treatment. Emergency dental services give patients a dedicated pathway when a dental problem cannot wait for a routine visit.

My Dentist on The Parade, Adelaide#10
Worth noting
  • LANAP laser gum treatment

  • Family and emergency dentistry

  • ClearCorrect and Invisalign

My Dentist on The Parade

4.768 reviews
292 The Parade, Kensington SA 5068, Australia
Suited to
Families seeking routine, emergency or specialist dental care

Routine check-ups, emergency dental care and family dentistry are available at My Dentist on The Parade. The Kensington practice also provides fillings, crowns, implants, wisdom teeth extraction and cosmetic dentistry.

Teeth straightening options include braces, ClearCorrect and Invisalign, while gum services include LANAP treatment and care for receding gums. LANAP uses a specialised laser protocol for periodontal disease and can commonly be completed in one or two sessions depending on severity. Patients can also discuss anti-anxiety options, payment options and treatment planning before care begins.

Compare the whole list at once

#BusinessRatingReviewsSuited to
#1Adelaide Dental 5.0236Patients seeking cosmetic or general dental care
#2City Central Dental 4.9553Families seeking preventative, cosmetic or restorative dental care
#3Dental Care On Pulteney 4.9177Families seeking preventive, general and children’s dentistry
#4Kent Town Dental 4.9140Families and patients anxious about dental treatment
#5Avenue Dental Adelaide West 4.9127Families and adults needing routine, cosmetic or emergency dental care
#6Dentistry on Unley 4.8179Families needing preventive, general or urgent dental care
#7Adelaide DentalCare 4.8173Families seeking general, children’s or restorative dentistry
#8Melbourne Street 4.858Families needing general, restorative or emergency dentistry
#9Gentle Dentistry Adelaide 4.783Families, anxious patients and Invisalign candidates
#10My Dentist on The Parade 4.768Families seeking routine, emergency or specialist dental care

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How much does a children's dentist cost in Adelaide?

One Adelaide practice lists a comprehensive examination at $235 and an emergency examination at $98. Other clinics explain treatment options and costs before work begins, provide tailored quotes or discuss insurance coverage. Confirm the examination, treatment and payment details when booking.

What does children's dental care include in Adelaide?

Children’s dental care can include examinations, hygiene appointments, prevention advice, fillings, restorative treatment and emergency care. Family clinics may also provide orthodontics, root canals, crowns, wisdom teeth care or cosmetic services for adults in the same practice.

Are there emergency children's dentists in Adelaide?

Several Adelaide practices provide emergency dental care for families and children. Services include assessment for severe pain, swelling, broken teeth or injury, with some offering daily emergency appointments or same-day attention where possible. Availability can depend on the appointment schedule.