Best dentists in Inner West
Last updatedLimitless Dental leads this list of dentists in Inner West because it lists the widest range of care, from orthodontics and implants to children's work, and its hours run into Saturday. The other practices differ mainly by where they are based and what they focus on, so the choice often comes down to suburb, opening hours and the kind of work you need.
Quick picks in Inner West
- Best for clear aligners and orthodontics: Limitless Dental, offering Invisalign and Spark in one practice.
- Best for nervous patients: Rose Dental, where patients say they leave feeling reassured.
- Best for cosmetic work: Dock Dental, with a free aligner consultation and veneers.
- Best for implants and All-On-4: The Dental Practice Burwood, a clinic with All On 4 Plus licensing.
- Best for check-ups and cleans: Dental Suite, a Newtown practice with 20 years of patients.
Best dentists in Inner West, ranked
1Limitless Dental for clear aligners and orthodontics for children and adults
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in StanmoreLimitless Dental sits in Stanmore and also takes patients from Annandale, Leichhardt, Newtown and Glebe. Orthodontics is its strongest area, with braces, clear aligners through Invisalign or Spark, and a screen preview of how aligners will move teeth. Dr Martin Lim treats misaligned jaws in young patients, while Dr Ellie leads early orthodontic work for children. Implants, TMJ care, dental sleep medicine and sedation are also on the menu.
2Haberfield Dental Practice for gentle family care and braces
Sees childrenOpen weekendsBased in HaberfieldHaberfield Dental Practice works from Ramsay Street in Haberfield and has run since 1922. Check-ups, cleans and on-site X-rays sit alongside implants, root canals and dentures. Metal-to-ceramic braces and Invisalign are both on offer, plus care for children. Patients say the dentists explain things clearly and answer questions patiently, and that the team is gentle and thorough. It is open Monday to Friday until 5:30pm and on Saturday until 1pm.
3Dock Dental for cosmetic work and Invisalign clear aligners
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Five DockDock Dental, in Five Dock, is led by principal Dr Prabigya Shiwakoti. Clear aligners are central here, and the free consultation lets you check whether they suit your bite. Cosmetic work runs from smile makeovers and whitening to veneers and bonding. Digital scans, 3D imaging and printing are part of the workflow. Families say appointments feel calm and gentle, with children included.
4Rose Dental for nervous patients and gentle, unhurried checks
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Five DockRose Dental is in Five Dock, led by Dr Rosa (Sheida) Najafi, who also owns the practice. General care covers the whole household, from cleans to fillings on worn or mildly decayed teeth. The cosmetic side includes anti-wrinkle treatment alongside whitening and crowns. Patients say the dentist walks them through findings before treatment and takes time during checks and whitening. Children and adults are both seen.
5Annandale Dental for family dentistry and personalised treatment plans
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in AnnandaleAnnandale Dental operates from Goodman's Building on Johnston Street in Annandale. Oral cancer screening, deep cleans and TMJ therapy form its preventive side. Fillings, root canals, extractions, bridges and dentures cover the restorative work. Whitening, porcelain crowns and composite veneers are on the cosmetic list, and Invisalign appears there too. Patients say the plans are thorough and personal, and the team warm and kind.
6Dentists on for sedation and children's dental visits
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in EnmoreDentists on is based in Enmore and has been run by two principal dentists since 2015. Sedation options include laughing gas and IV sedation. For children there is a dedicated room, along with seals, fillings and crowns. A periodontist and prosthetists are attached to the clinic for gum therapy and implants.
7The Dental Practice Burwood for implants and All-On-4 work
Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in LeichhardtThe Dental Practice Burwood is based in Leichhardt, not Burwood, and is owned and run by Dr Samuel Gidaro. Its licensing lets it place single implants, All-On-4 sets and implant-supported dentures. For a smile, it offers in-chair and at-home whitening, porcelain veneers and composite bonding. Clear ceramic braces and Invisalign sit beside metal braces. Sleep apnoea and TMJ are treated too, and the day starts at 7:30am, with 6pm closing on some weekdays.
8Dental Suite for check-ups, cleans and long-term family care
Sees childrenOpen weekendsBased in NewtownNewtown is home to Dental Suite, which has treated families for more than 20 years. Preventive check-ups and cleans are the practice's core. Smile makeovers, veneers and Invisalign sit alongside several types of implant. Workers compensation dental and children's care are listed separately. Patients say the dentists are careful during cleans and examinations, and that the staff are kind and reassuring.
Compare dentists in Inner West
The table sets out where each practice is based, its emergency appointments, its licence details and the care it lists.
| Dentist | Based in | Emergency | Kids | Implants | Weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limitless Dental | Stanmore | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (337) |
| Haberfield Dental Practice | Haberfield | β | β | β | β | β 5.0 (391) |
| Dock Dental | Five Dock | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (261) |
| Rose Dental | Five Dock | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (240) |
| Annandale Dental | Annandale | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (183) |
| Dentists on | Enmore | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (256) |
| The Dental Practice Burwood | Leichhardt | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (409) |
| Dental Suite | Newtown | β | β | β | β | β 4.9 (507) |
| Teeth Plus Clinic | Annandale | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 5.0 (145) |
| Blue Tooth Dental | Newtown | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (324) |
| Sydney Park Dental | Erskineville | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (233) |
| Russell Lea Dental | Russell Lea | β | β | β | β | β 4.9 (273) |
| Pomare Dental Group | Leichhardt | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (239) |
| Booth Tooth Dental | Annandale | β | β | β | β | β 5.0 (143) |
| Newtown Elite Dental | Newtown | Emergency appts | β | β | β | β 4.9 (284) |
Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked dentists in Inner West
Practices are ordered by a weighted score. Public feedback counts for more when many patients have left it, and the range of care listed, weekend hours and on-the-spot health fund claims add to the score. Each practice's own pages were read for the care it offers, and the list covers practices across the Inner West.
Dentists in Inner West: FAQ
Which dentists in Inner West are open latest on a Saturday?
Dock Dental in Five Dock stays open until 4pm on Saturdays, the latest of these practices that day. Dentists on in Enmore has no Saturday hours listed.
Do Inner West dentists here offer the Child Dental Benefits Schedule?
Haberfield Dental Practice and Dock Dental both list it, so families should say so when booking. Ask at booking whether a child is eligible.
Which Inner West dentists take emergency appointments?
Limitless Dental, Dock Dental, Rose Dental, Annandale Dental, Dentists on and The Dental Practice Burwood all list emergency appointments. Ask each practice about its hours for urgent visits before you travel.
Do these dentists claim health funds on the spot?
Limitless Dental, Dock Dental, Rose Dental, Annandale Dental and The Dental Practice Burwood all list on-the-spot health fund claims. Haberfield Dental Practice, Dentists on and Dental Suite do not list it.