Find a Dentist in Bentleigh East

20 dental practices in Bentleigh East are listed on Find a Dentist.

Bentleigh East is a suburb in the Glen Eira 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.

Bentleigh East at a glance

Bentleigh East counted 30,159 people at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 40 against 38 for Victoria.

Children aged 0–14 were 20.4% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 15.4% (Victoria: 18.0% and 16.8%). Couple families with children made up 53.8% of families, against 45.5% across Victoria.

63.1% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Mandarin (6.2%), Greek (6.1%) and Russian (3.9%).

Public dental options near Bentleigh East

Better Health Network, formerly Connect Health and Community, runs a community health centre with a dental service at 2a Gardeners Road, Bentleigh East. It provides check-ups, emergency care, fillings, x-rays and dentures. Adults need a Health Care Card or Pension Card, and children and young people with a card or CDBS eligibility can also be seen.

The centre is open 9am to 5pm on weekdays. Call 132 246.

Before you book a dentist near Bentleigh East

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 Bentleigh East?

Yes. Better Health Network’s Bentleigh East centre at 2a Gardeners Road has a dental service for eligible people. Call 132 246.

Can I search for a dentist in Bentleigh East 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 Bentleigh East, at 6.2% of residents. Please confirm languages with the practice when you call.

Can children in Bentleigh East use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?

If they are eligible, yes, at public or private practices that accept CDBS, for basic dental services over two consecutive calendar years. At the 2021 Census, 20.4% of Bentleigh East residents were aged 0–14.

Which council area is Bentleigh East in?

Bentleigh East is in the Glen Eira local government area, based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ 2021 boundaries.

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.