Dentist Downer

Downer is a quiet inner-north suburb between Dickson and Watson, with mid-century homes and the Downer shops. Civic Gentle Dental Care is about 5 km away in Canberra City.

Getting to Civic Gentle Dental Care from Downer

Walk to the Swinden Street or Dickson light rail stop and ride to Alinga Street, a short walk from London Circuit. By car, it’s about 10 to 15 minutes via Northbourne Avenue.

We’re at Suite 8, Level 3, 161 London Circuit, Canberra City ACT 2601, a short walk from the Alinga Street light rail stop and the City bus interchange, with public parking nearby, including at the Canberra Centre. We’re open Monday to Thursday 9am–6pm and Friday 9am–5pm, with Saturday appointments available by arrangement. Call (02) 6247 0224 or book online.

Dental care for Downer patients

Downer patients see us for check-ups and cleans, crowns, implants and children’s dentistry.

• Check-ups and cleans: regular check-ups and cleans pick up decay and gum problems early, when they’re simpler and cheaper to treat. Our new patient check-up and clean is from $219.
• Fillings: tooth-coloured fillings cost $209–$450, depending on the size of the filling and which surfaces of the tooth it covers.
• Children’s dentistry: gentle check-ups for kids, fissure sealants and advice for parents, from a child’s first visit through to their teens.
• Emergencies: same-day emergency appointments for toothache, broken teeth, swelling and knocked-out teeth whenever we can fit you in.
• Root canal treatment: root canal therapy to save an infected tooth, $1,200–$2,000 depending on the number of roots (the final filling or crown is extra).
• Crowns: porcelain crowns from $1,800 to protect cracked, heavily filled or root-filled teeth.
• Missing teeth: dental implants are from $5,500 for a single implant, with a written quote after an assessment and 3D scan.
• Straightening: Invisalign ranges from $4,200–$8,990 and braces from $4,000–$8,000.
• Cosmetic dentistry: porcelain veneers from $1,490 per tooth, and teeth whitening at $489 take-home or from $699 in-chair.
• Wisdom teeth and extractions: wisdom tooth removal and other extractions cost $275–$600 depending on how complex the tooth is.

We also make CEREC same-day crowns in the practice, and offer sleep dentistry for suitable patients. If you get anxious about the dentist, read about our gentle approach.

Health funds and costs

We have HICAPS, so you only pay the gap, and we accept all major health funds. We’re also a preferred provider for NIB First Choice and Westfund. See health funds we work with. The full price list has every fee. Most check-ups and cleans are covered under extras cover, and many fillings and extractions are partly covered too. Ask us for the item numbers on your quote so you can check your rebate with your fund.

Why Downer patients choose us

We’re a short light rail trip away, and you’ll get a written quote before treatment.

Nearby areas we also see patients from

As well as Downer, we look after patients from Dickson, Watson, Lyneham, Hackett, Braddon. See all the areas we serve.

Frequently asked questions

Is Civic Gentle Dental Care close to Downer?

Yes. Downer is about 5 km from Civic Gentle Dental Care. It’s a short light rail trip from Swinden Street or Dickson.

Do you open on Saturdays?

Saturday appointments are available by arrangement. We’re open Monday to Thursday 9am–6pm and Friday 9am–5pm.

How much is a check-up for a new patient?

Our new patient check-up and clean is from $219. Your fund’s gap depends on your level of cover.

Can I get an emergency dentist appointment from Downer?

Usually, yes. Call (02) 6247 0224 as early in the day as you can and we’ll do our best to see you the same day. See emergency dental care for what to do while you wait.

Do you offer dental implants?

Yes. A single implant starts from $5,500. We begin with an assessment and 3D scan, then give you a written quote and talk through the alternatives.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. See treatment risks and considerations.