2024
Outstanding Business of the Year
South East Melbourne
About Central Dental Group
A boutique, award winning dental group caring for Melbourne families across our Elsternwick and Frankston clinics.
Almost 100 years of care. Two Melbourne clinics. One philosophy.
Our story
Patient care that echoes through generations.
Central Dental Group brings together two of Melbourne's most trusted dental clinics, Central Dental Elsternwick and Central Dental Frankston. Our Elsternwick practice has cared for the community for close to a century, with four generations of dentists looking after families across as many as ten generations. Our Frankston practice has served the bayside and peninsula community since 1977.
Patient comfort always comes first. Every treatment reflects our commitment to quality, care and the continuous effort to improve our community's oral health. Whether you are a new patient or returning after many years, you are always welcome in our practice.
Our philosophy
A holistic philosophy, tailored to you.
No two patients are alike. We take the time to design tailored treatment plans that consider the broader picture: your oral and overall health, your habits, lifestyle, aesthetic goals and budget. We look for long term health benefits rather than a quick fix, diagnosing and addressing root causes before they develop into larger problems.
Holistic dentistry is at the heart of our philosophy. We pay close attention to airway, breathing, facial growth and long term function, not just the teeth in isolation, and we preserve natural tissue through minimally invasive care wherever possible.
Gentle care, without the anxiety
“Many people feel apprehensive about visiting the dentist. We recognise these concerns and work hard to make every visit calm, comfortable and unhurried.”
Through open communication and patient education, we make sure you feel informed and involved at every step, with sedation and comfort options available for anxious patients.
What sets us apart
A practice built around how care should feel.
Six principles shape every visit at Central Dental Group. They are not marketing lines. They are how we have practiced for generations.
Holistic, whole body focus
We look beyond teeth to airway, breathing, facial growth and long term function.
Minimally invasive
We preserve natural tissue and favour gentle, considered techniques.
Advanced digital dentistry
3D CBCT imaging, intraoral scanning, guided implant surgery and laser dentistry.
Continuity of care
You are treated by clinicians who build long term relationships, not a rotating roster.
Gentle and anxiety aware
Calm, unhurried treatment with comfort and sedation options for anxious patients.
Ethical and transparent
Trust is our core value. Quality, comprehensive care over quick fixes.
Recognition and awards
Quietly trusted. Publicly recognised.
Loved by patients with a high number of 5 star Google reviews.
2024
Outstanding Health Improvement Service
South East Melbourne
2024
Excellence in Health and Care
Frankston Business Collective
2025
Frankston Business Collective Finalist
Both categories
Community and charity
Care that reaches beyond the chair.
We are deeply connected to our communities, from a partnership with Greenfleet to restore native forests, to ongoing support for the Australian Red Cross, the Blue Dragon Foundation and local Rotary initiatives.