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Find a Dentist in Mount Waverley

Mount Waverley is a suburb in the Monash 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.

Mount Waverley at a glance

The 2021 Census recorded 35,340 residents in Mount Waverley; their median age was 40, compared with 38 statewide.

Children aged 0–14 were 17.0% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 18.6% (Victoria: 18.0% and 16.8%). Couple families with children made up 52.0% of families, against 45.5% across Victoria.

47.0% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Mandarin (16.6%), Greek (4.8%) and Cantonese (4.7%).

Public dental options near Mount Waverley

Eligible Victorians, including all children aged 0–12 and concession card holders, can use public dental care through community dental clinics and the Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne. Use Oral Health Victoria’s clinic search or call (03) 9341 1000 to find your local clinic.

Before you book a dentist near Mount Waverley

  • 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 Mount Waverley?

Use Oral Health Victoria’s clinic search or call the Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne on (03) 9341 1000 to find your local community dental clinic.

Can I search for a dentist in Mount Waverley 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 Mount Waverley, at 16.6% of residents. Please confirm languages with the practice when you call.

Can children in Mount Waverley 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, 17.0% of Mount Waverley residents were aged 0–14.

Which council area is Mount Waverley in?

Mount Waverley is in the Monash 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.

  1. ABS – ASGS Edition 3 allocation files (SAL, LGA, SUA, GCCSA 2021)
  2. healthdirect – How healthdirect can help you
  3. Victorian Department of Health – Dental health
  4. Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne – Contact details and opening hours
  5. ABS 2021 Census QuickStats, Mount Waverley (SAL21816)
  6. Victorian Department of Health – Access to Victoria's public dental care services
  7. Ahpra – Register of practitioners
  8. healthdirect – Dental check-up
  9. privatehealth.gov.au – What is covered (Medicare vs private health insurance)
  10. Services Australia – What's covered by the Child Dental Benefits Schedule
  11. Services Australia – How to use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule