Find a Dentist in Norwood

Norwood is a suburb in the Norwood Payneham and St Peters 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.

Norwood at a glance

At the 2021 Census, Norwood had 6,354 residents and a median age of 40 (South Australia: 41).

Children aged 0–14 were 11.9% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 21.2% (South Australia: 17.0% and 20.1%). Couple families with children made up 32.0% of families, against 40.8% across South Australia.

72.6% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Mandarin (4.6%), Italian (2.8%) and Greek (2.2%).

Public dental options near Norwood

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 Norwood

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 Norwood?

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

Can I search for a dentist in Norwood who speaks Mandarin?

Yes, add Mandarin to your search. At the 2021 Census, Mandarin was the most common language other than English used at home in Norwood, at 4.6% of residents. Please confirm languages with the practice when you call.

Which council area is Norwood in?

Norwood is in the Norwood Payneham and St Peters local government area, based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ 2021 boundaries.

What should I do in a dental emergency in Norwood?

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.