Find a Dentist in Richmond

Richmond is a suburb in the Yarra 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.

Richmond at a glance

At the 2021 Census, Richmond had 28,587 residents and a median age of 34 (Victoria: 38).

Children aged 0–14 were 9.7% of residents and people aged 65 or older were 11.3% (Victoria: 18.0% and 16.8%). Couple families with children made up 28.8% of families, against 45.5% across Victoria.

72.1% of residents used only English at home; the most common other languages were Vietnamese (5.4%), Greek (3.4%) and Mandarin (2.3%).

Public dental options near Richmond

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 Richmond

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 Richmond?

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 Richmond who speaks Vietnamese?

Yes, add Vietnamese to your search. At the 2021 Census, Vietnamese was the most common language other than English used at home in Richmond, at 5.4% of residents. Please confirm languages with the practice when you call.

Which council area is Richmond in?

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

What should I do in a dental emergency in Richmond?

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 NURSE-ON-CALL (healthdirect) on 1800 022 222. Eligible Victorians can call the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne on (03) 9341 1000 or 1800 833 039 from outside metropolitan Melbourne.

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.