Best dentists in Upper North Shore

Best dentists in Upper North Shore, ranked

1. 1Natural Dentistry for calm visits and clear aligners

   Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Gordon

   Natural Dentistry is based in Gordon and has operated since 1997. It is an Invisalign Platinum Provider, so clear aligners are a main part of its work, alongside implants, root canals and orthodontics. Patients say the team is gentle and calming, and that the dentists explain choices carefully. Children's dentistry and custom mouthguards are listed too. The practice lists emergency appointments, claims health funds on the spot and opens on Saturday until 1pm.

2. 2Gordon Beautiful Dental Care for family check-ups and cosmetic work

   Sees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Gordon

   Gordon Beautiful Dental Care is a family practice based in Gordon, and it treats children alongside adults. Its services include wisdom teeth removal, and orthodontics and aligners for both age groups. Cosmetic work runs from veneers and whitening to crowns, bridges and facial rejuvenation. Families say Dr Susie Sun explains things clearly and that the whole family is looked after. It opens Monday to Thursday until 5:30pm and on Saturday until 5pm.

3. 3Atria Dental for crowns finished on the same day

   Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Gordon

   Atria Dental is a family practice based in Gordon. Patients say crowns have been finished on the same day, and that the dentists explain each option before treatment. Its implant work runs from single implants to All on 4 and implant-supported dentures, with bone grafts available. Cerec inlays and onlays, veneers and wisdom teeth removal are also on the list, and sedation is offered. Hours run until 5pm on weekdays, but Tuesday and Saturday close at 2pm. Patients describe its pricing as affordable, though the fees page gives no figures, so ask for a quote first.

4. 4Dentists at for implants planned with 3D imaging

   Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Pymble

   Dentists at is based in Pymble, on Bridge Street, and says its implants are planned with 3D imaging and digital planning. The practice also does root canal treatment, crowns, bridges and dentures, along with gum disease treatment. Children are seen, and sports mouthguards are made for younger patients. Invisalign is its only orthodontic option. Patients appreciate being walked through what needs treatment now and what to keep watching. Weekdays run 8am to 5pm, and Saturday mornings end at 12:30pm.

5. 5Normanhurst Dental for payment plans and family care

   Emergency apptsSees childrenOpen weekendsBased in Normanhurst

   Normanhurst Dental is a practice where larger treatment can be paid for in interest-free instalments. Private health rebates are claimed on the spot. Its services include children's dentistry with Child Dental Benefits Schedule cover, Invisalign and fixed braces, and mouthguards and night splints. Sedation is available for nervous patients. Urgent cases are slotted in for the same or next day when the diary allows, and it opens Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

6. 6Wahroonga Valley Dentistry and Implant Centre for All on X implants

   Emergency apptsBased in Wahroonga

   Wahroonga Valley Dentistry and Implant Centre is based in Wahroonga on Fox Valley Road, and it offers All on X treatment alongside single and multiple implants. It also fits dentures, and runs comprehensive assessments and hygiene appointments. Care during pregnancy is available, and sedation sits on the service list. Anxious patients say the dentists take a gentle approach and help them settle. Its Monday to Thursday day ends at 5:30pm, Friday closes at 3:30pm, and weekends are not on its list.

7. 7Pymble Dental Practice for sleep apnoea, snoring and sedation

   Emergency apptsSees childrenBased in Pymble

   Pymble Dental Practice is based in Pymble and lists sleep apnoea and snoring care, with night splints and treatment for temporomandibular disorder. Sedation options are local anaesthetic, relative analgesia and sleep dentistry. Children of all ages are welcomed, and the practice lists emergency appointments. Patients note the dentists spend time on the problem itself before any work starts. Early starts are possible, with a 7:45am opening Monday to Thursday, and Friday closes at 5pm.

8. 8North Shore Smiles for Invisalign and in-chair whitening

   Sees childrenBased in Lindfield

   North Shore Smiles, based in Lindfield, is led by Dr Caroline Downing, who focuses on cosmetic work and jaw joint care. Patients can choose in-chair or take-home whitening, and the practice also does crowns, veneers and bridges. Invisalign users report a smooth experience and results they are pleased with. Sedation is listed for nervous patients, and young children are seen. Its site lists a $6500 Invisalign voucher, so ask what it covers, and phone first if a problem might be urgent, since some issues can wait for normal hours.

Compare dentists in Upper North Shore

The table compares where each practice is based, its emergency appointments, and whether it treats children, does implants and opens on weekends.

Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.

How we picked dentists in Upper North Shore

Practices were ordered by how well patients rate them, weighted so that feedback from many patients counts for more than a handful. After that we compared the treatments on offer, opening on weekends, and on-the-spot health fund claiming. What each practice publishes about its own care was read for this list.