Comprehensive Dental Care for Lilydale Families
Lilydale is the eastern gateway to the Yarra Valley, about 9 km east of our clinic, with Lilydale Railway Station on the Belgrave line and the Yarra Valley Tourist Railway running heritage trips out of the old station yard. The suburb mixes commuters heading down the line to Melbourne with rural-residential households on the edges, and the population skews slightly older than some of the surrounding suburbs. The Fine Tooth Company at 143 Mt Dandenong Rd in Croydon is the closest full-service family dental clinic for most Lilydale households, and we have been looking after Lilydale families for years. This page covers how to find us, what we offer, who you see when you arrive, what it costs, and how to book.
If you have a specific question, scroll to the FAQ at the bottom, or send us a message and we will reply the same business day.
Why do Lilydale families choose The Fine Tooth Company?
Lilydale has a mix of commuters, established families, and retirees on the rural-residential edges. Most households want one clinic that can see the whole family under one roof, with continuity so the dentist knows the family history and explains what is happening before they do it. The Fine Tooth Company has been that clinic for Lilydale residents for years.
Our three dentists (Dr Shilani Piyasena, Dr Ian Gould, and Dr Tran Nguyen) cover the full scope of general dentistry for every age group. Dr Shilani is known for taking time with nervous patients. Dr Ian has practised for 43 years and looks after generations of the same families. Dr Tran speaks English and Vietnamese and has a Postgraduate Certificate in Implant Dentistry from the Cambridge Academy of Dental Implantology (2024).
The trip from Lilydale to our door is about 12 minutes along Mt Dandenong Rd, the same road that runs through Lilydale Marketplace and continues west through Mooroolbark and into Croydon. Many Lilydale commuters who catch the train to Melbourne in the morning book early or late appointments around the timetable, and our Saturday morning clinic (9:00am–2:00pm) gives families a second option outside work and school hours.
How much does a Lilydale dentist cost?
Our new patient package is $299 (valued at $575) and includes a comprehensive check-up, intra-oral X-rays, 3D scans, scale and clean, fluoride treatment, an oral cancer check, and a written treatment plan with itemised quotes. We are an HCF Preferred Provider, which means HCF members get their maximum allowable benefit on most preventive services.
For ongoing treatment, we give you a written quote before any work is booked. Costs vary by treatment: a check-up and clean with a private health fund rebate typically leaves a small out-of-pocket gap, while more involved work (crowns, implants, orthodontics) is quoted on a case-by-case basis. If you want a cost guide before you book, our pricing page covers the common item numbers.
Payment options include Afterpay (pay in 4 instalments, no interest), National Dental Plan for larger treatment plans, on-the-spot HICAPS claiming, Eftpos, Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, and cash.
What happens at your first visit?
If you have not been to the dentist in a while, the new patient package is the easiest way back in. The first visit is a 60-minute appointment and covers a full medical and dental history, an examination of teeth, gums, soft tissue, bite, and jaw, any X-rays that are needed, a scale and clean, fluoride application, and a written treatment plan with itemised quotes. We see plenty of Lilydale patients who have put it off for years for cost, anxiety, or simply not having a regular dentist. The first visit is a conversation as much as it is an examination, and we work at the pace you are comfortable with.
What about dental emergencies for Lilydale patients?
We hold same-day emergency slots for patients in pain, with trauma, abscess, or a knocked-out tooth. Call (03) 9723 1100 as early in the day as you can and we will fit you in. For knocked-out teeth, time matters: gently rinse the tooth (do not scrub), try to place it back in the socket, and come in within 30 minutes if possible. Our emergency dentist page covers what to do in the first 30 minutes. For out-of-hours emergencies, contact the Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne on (03) 9341 1000.
Where can I find more information?
If you would like to read more about the conditions and treatments we provide, the Australian Dental Association and healthdirect are good places to start. For specific questions about a procedure we have recommended for you, send us a message and we will get back to you the same business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is there a family dentist near Lilydale?
Yes. The Fine Tooth Company is about 12 minutes from Lilydale, along Mt Dandenong Rd west through Mooroolbark. We see Lilydale families for check-ups, children's dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic work, and emergency care.
2. How much does a dentist cost in Lilydale?
Our new patient package is $299 and includes a comprehensive check-up, X-rays, 3D scans, scale and clean, fluoride, and a written treatment plan. HCF members get maximum preventive benefits as Preferred Providers.
3. Do Lilydale dentists accept CDBS?
Yes. We bulk-bill eligible children under the CDBS, which provides up to $1,095 over two years for basic dental services for kids aged 0–17.
4. Do you offer payment plans for Lilydale patients?
Yes. We accept Afterpay for smaller treatment and National Dental Plan for larger treatment plans. We also process on-the-spot HICAPS claims with most major Australian private health funds.
5. How long does it take to drive from Lilydale to your clinic?
About 12 minutes in normal traffic, along Mt Dandenong Rd west through Mooroolbark and into Croydon. There is parking on site and on the surrounding streets.
6. Can I book a Saturday appointment from Lilydale?
Yes. We are open Saturday mornings from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Book online or call (03) 9723 1100.
7. Do you see emergency dental patients from Lilydale?
Yes. We hold same-day emergency slots. Call (03) 9723 1100 as early in the day as you can.
8. Does the clinic speak Vietnamese?
Yes. Dr Tran Nguyen speaks English and Vietnamese. If you would prefer a Vietnamese-speaking dentist, let our reception team know when you book.
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