Find a Dentist in Penrith

43 dental practices in Penrith are listed on Find a Dentist.

Penrith is a suburb in the Penrith 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.

Penrith at a glance

At the 2021 Census, Penrith had 17,966 residents and a median age of 36 (New South Wales: 39).

Children aged 0–14 were 14.9% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 17.1% (New South Wales: 18.2% and 17.7%). Couple families with children made up 30.9% of families, against 44.7% across New South Wales.

71.9% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Mandarin (1.7%), Tagalog (1.0%) and Hindi (0.9%).

Public dental options near Penrith

Penrith is part of the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, which covers the Penrith local government area. The district’s Nepean Centre for Oral Health provides public dental care for eligible children and adults, alongside clinics at Blue Mountains Hospital, Hawkesbury and Lithgow Hospital. In most cases you are placed on a waiting list and contacted when an appointment is available; the wait depends on how urgent your problem is. Call 1800 679 336.

Before you book a dentist near Penrith

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 Penrith?

Yes, for eligible people. The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District runs the Nepean Centre for Oral Health. Call 1800 679 336; you will usually be placed on a waiting list based on urgency.

Can I use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule in Penrith?

If your child is eligible, yes, at public or private practices that accept CDBS. It covers basic dental services over two consecutive calendar years.

Which council area is Penrith in?

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

What should I do in a dental emergency in Penrith?

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.