Find a Dentist in Cronulla

9 dental practices in Cronulla are listed on Find a Dentist.

Cronulla is a suburb in the Sutherland Shire local government area. Use the search at the top of this page to describe what you need, for example a check-up, help for a child or support for nerves.

Cronulla at a glance

At the 2021 Census, Cronulla had 17,899 residents and a median age of 43 (New South Wales: 39).

Children aged 0–14 were 11.9% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 21.6% (New South Wales: 18.2% and 17.7%). Couple families with children made up 32.8% of families, against 44.7% across New South Wales.

85.9% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Spanish (1.0%), Greek (0.9%) and Portuguese (0.8%).

Public dental options near Cronulla

Cronulla is within the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District. The district’s Sutherland Hospital Dental Clinic, on the corner of Kareena Road and The Kingsway at Caringbah, sees eligible adults and children, and it also offers the Oral Health Fee for Service Scheme and the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. Call 1800 679 336 to book.

Before you book a dentist near Cronulla

Check the dentist is registered on the Ahpra Register of practitioners.
Most dental care is not covered by Medicare, so ask for a written treatment plan, and whether you can claim your health fund on the day or use a payment plan.
Ask about appointment times, parking or public transport, and access if you use a wheelchair or pram.

Frequently asked questions

Is there public dental care near Cronulla?

Yes, for eligible people. South Eastern Sydney Local Health District runs the Sutherland Hospital Dental Clinic at Caringbah. Call 1800 679 336.

Can I search for help with dentures in Cronulla?

Yes. Include “dentures” or “denture repair” in your search, and mention a pension or health care card if you have one. 21.6% of Cronulla residents were 65 or older at the 2021 Census, compared with 17.7% across New South Wales.

Which council area is Cronulla in?

Cronulla is in the Sutherland Shire local government area, based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ 2021 boundaries.

What should I do in a dental emergency in Cronulla?

Call 000 for swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, bleeding that will not stop, or a serious face or head injury. For health advice any time, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222. To contact a NSW public dental service, call 1800 679 336.

Sources and last checked

Facts on this page were checked on 26 October 2026 against these sources. Fees, phone numbers and eligibility can change, so please confirm with the service.