Dentist near Heidelberg
A family dentist just down the road from Heidelberg
Smile Connections is on Waterdale Road in Ivanhoe, about 3 km from Burgundy Street. Heidelberg families have been making the short trip to our practice for check-ups, emergencies and everything in between since 1950.
- About 3 kmfrom Burgundy Street, Heidelberg
- 2 stopsHeidelberg to Ivanhoe on the Hurstbridge line
- 7:30am & 7pmEarly and late appointments, Tue and Thu
- HICAPSClaim on your health fund on the spot
Getting here from Heidelberg
Ten minutes or so, whichever way you come
We're at 114 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079, between Heidelberg and the Ivanhoe shops. Here's how most of our Heidelberg patients get to us.
By car
Roughly 3 km from Burgundy Street, usually a 5 to 10 minute drive depending on traffic. Head toward Ivanhoe via Upper Heidelberg Road and turn into Waterdale Road.
By train
Hop on a city-bound Hurstbridge line train at Heidelberg Station. Ivanhoe Station is two stops away (via Eaglemont), then it's a short walk to Waterdale Road.
By bus
Route 546 runs from Heidelberg Station along Burgundy Street and Lower Heidelberg Road to the Waterdale Road stop. Check PTV for current times.
Why Heidelberg locals visit us
Care that fits around your week
Heidelberg is home to a lot of busy households and a lot of people working shifts at the Austin and Mercy hospitals. We've set up the practice to make the dentist one less thing to juggle.
Before and after work
Thursday appointments start from 7:30am, and we're open until 7pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Handy around hospital shifts and school pick-ups.
The whole family, one place
Our dental team looks after everyone from toddlers to grandparents, from first check-ups to dentures.
Urgent help, same day where we can
We keep time aside every day for toothaches, broken teeth and swelling. Call early and we'll do our best to see you that day.
Crowns in one visit
We design, mill and fit crowns on site with CEREC, so for many crowns you won't need a temporary or a second appointment.
Clear costs up front
Claim on the spot with HICAPS, use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule for eligible kids, or spread larger treatment with interest-free payment plans.
75 years on Waterdale Road
We've been part of this community since 1950, and many of our patients have been coming to us for decades.
What we help with
Dental care for Heidelberg families
From a six-monthly clean to replacing a missing tooth, here's what our Heidelberg patients come in for most.
Check-ups & cleans
Exam, scale and clean, with X-rays when you need them.
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Emergency dentist
Toothache, a broken tooth or swelling. Call early on the day.
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Children's dentistry
Relaxed check-ups for kids, with CDBS for eligible children.
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General dentistry
Fillings, root canal, extractions and same-day CEREC crowns.
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Dental implants
One option for a missing tooth. We check your bone and gums first.
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Clear aligners
Removable trays that move teeth gradually. Timing varies.
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Veneers
Composite or porcelain. Suitability and risks are covered at a consultation.
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Teeth whitening
In-chair and take-home options, after a check of your teeth and gums. Results vary.
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Your first visit, unhurried
- Full dental examination
- All X-rays you need
- Scale and polish
- Gum health check
- Oral cancer screening
- Fluoride treatment
- Clinical photos
- Home care advice
$259 applies to new adult patients for the items listed. Any treatment found at your visit, such as fillings, is quoted separately before we start. Health fund rebates depend on your level of cover and can be claimed on the spot with HICAPS.
Plan your visit
Everything you need before you come
Find us
Smile Connections
114 Waterdale Road
Ivanhoe VIC 3079
Phone (03) 9499 1130
Email reception@smileconnections.com.au
Paying for your visit
We accept most major health funds and claim on the spot with HICAPS. Eligible children can be seen under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, and interest-free payment plans are available for larger treatment.
We also see patients from: Ivanhoe East Eaglemont Alphington Rosanna
Questions from Heidelberg patients
Good to know
How far is Smile Connections from Heidelberg?
We're at 114 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe, about 3 km from Burgundy Street. Most people drive in 5 to 10 minutes, or catch the Hurstbridge line two stops from Heidelberg Station to Ivanhoe Station and walk from there.
Do you have appointments outside work hours?
Yes. Thursday appointments start from 7:30am, and we're open until 7pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. These times are popular with people working shifts nearby and parents doing school pick-ups, so book ahead if you can.
Can I see a dentist today if I'm in pain?
We hold time aside each day for urgent appointments. If you have a toothache, a broken tooth or swelling, call us early on (03) 9499 1130 and we'll do our best to see you the same day. If swelling is affecting your breathing or swallowing, call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department.
Are you taking new patients from Heidelberg?
Yes, we welcome new patients of all ages. Your first visit is a 75-minute check-up and clean for $259, including an exam, any X-rays you need and a scale and polish. You can book online or give us a call.
Do you bulk bill children under the CDBS?
Eligible children can be seen under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. Services Australia decides eligibility, so check your child's balance with them first, then let us know when you book.
Can I use my health fund?
Yes. We accept most major health funds and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS, so you only pay any gap on the day. How much you get back depends on your level of cover.
Your Heidelberg family's local dentist
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