Find a Dentist in Glenelg

Glenelg is a suburb in the Holdfast Bay 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.

Glenelg at a glance

The 2021 Census recorded 3,440 residents in Glenelg; their median age was 55, compared with 41 statewide.

Children aged 0–14 were 6.9% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 36.7% (South Australia: 17.0% and 20.1%). Couple families with children made up 22.5% of families, against 40.8% across South Australia.

81.0% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Portuguese (1.5%), Greek (1.2%) and Italian (1.2%).

Public dental options near Glenelg

All children under 18 can attend SA Dental clinics, and adults with a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card can too. Call 1300 008 222 or use SA Dental’s clinic finder to find your closest clinic.

Before you book a dentist near Glenelg

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 Glenelg?

SA Dental runs clinics across metropolitan Adelaide. Call 1300 008 222 to find your closest clinic.

Can I search for help with dentures in Glenelg?

Yes. Include “dentures” or “denture repair” in your search, and mention a pension or health care card if you have one. 36.7% of Glenelg residents were 65 or older at the 2021 Census, compared with 20.1% across South Australia.

Which council area is Glenelg in?

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

What should I do in a dental emergency in Glenelg?

Call 000 for swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, bleeding that will not stop, or a serious face or head injury. Eligible patients: call your closest SA Dental clinic in business hours. After hours, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

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.