Find a Dentist in Kingston

Kingston is a suburb in the Kingborough 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.

Kingston at a glance

Kingston counted 12,288 people at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 36 against 42 for Tasmania.

Children aged 0–14 were 17.7% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 18.4% (Tasmania: 16.7% and 20.9%). Couple families with children made up 40.9% of families, against 36.8% across Tasmania.

78.4% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Mandarin (7.6%), Nepali (1.5%) and Cantonese (1.0%).

Public dental options near Kingston

Oral Health Services Tasmania provides dental care for under-18s with Medicare and for adults who are the primary holder of a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card. Call 1300 011 013.

Before you book a dentist near Kingston

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 Kingston?

Oral Health Services Tasmania provides public dental care for eligible people. Call 1300 011 013 to book.

Can I search for a dentist in Kingston 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 Kingston, at 7.6% of residents. Please confirm languages with the practice when you call.

Which council area is Kingston in?

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

What should I do in a dental emergency in Kingston?

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. Eligible Tasmanians can contact Oral Health Services Tasmania on 1300 011 013.

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.