Your Northcote dentist, just minutes away

Barkly Dentalworks sits at Barkly Square in Brunswick, a five-minute drive or a tram ride from Northcote on the 96 route. We see new patients, families, children, and emergency cases, and we accept all major private health funds, CDBS, and DVA. If you've been looking for a Northcote dentist who handles everything from a routine clean to full dental surgery, this is the practice.

Call us on 03 9347 5699 or book online

Family dentist Northcote

Dentistry that works for the whole household is harder to find than it should be. At Barkly Dentalworks, we see patients at every life stage, toddlers getting their first check-up, teenagers needing orthodontic assessments, adults managing ongoing dental health, and older patients exploring implants or dentures.

We bulk-bill eligible children through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), which covers up to $1,095 in basic dental services over a two-year period for children aged 2–17 who meet the eligibility criteria. DVA patients are also welcome.
What that means in practice: one practice, one team you already know, and no need to send different family members to different specialists for the basics.

Services for families:

Check-ups and cleans for adults and children
Dental X-rays
Fissure sealants and fluoride treatments for kids
Mouthguards (sports and custom-fitted)
Orthodontic assessments and Invisalign
Emergency appointments

Teeth whitening Northcote

Professional teeth whitening gives you results that over-the-counter products can't reach. The difference is the concentration of the whitening agent, the custom fit of the trays, and having a dentist assess your teeth first.

At Barkly Dentalworks, we offer two approaches:

In-chair whitening - completed in a single appointment. We apply a prescription-strength gel and use a light to accelerate the process. Most patients see a noticeable difference of several shades by the time they leave.

Take-home whitening kits - custom-fitted trays made from impressions of your teeth, paired with a higher-concentration gel than anything you'll find at a pharmacy. You wear them for short sessions at home over one to two weeks. The trays are reusable, so you can top up the result later.

Before we start, we check that your enamel is in good condition and flag any existing restorations - crowns, veneers, and white fillings don't whiten, so it's worth knowing that before you commit.
Teeth whitening Northcote patients ask about most often is the take-home kit, as it fits around working hours and gives you control over the pace of treatment.

Cosmetic dental Northcote

Cosmetic dental treatment covers anything that changes the look of your smile, not just whitening. At Barkly Dentalworks, we offer a full range of cosmetic dental options near Northcote, handled in-house without the need for referrals.

Porcelain veneers
Thin ceramic shells bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Used to address chips, cracks, discolouration that whitening won't fix, or teeth that are slightly uneven in shape or size. The result looks and feels like a natural tooth.

Composite bonding
A tooth-coloured resin applied and shaped directly on the tooth, a faster and more affordable alternative to veneers for minor cosmetic issues.

Invisalign and orthodontics
Clear aligner treatment for adults and older teenagers who want straighter teeth without fixed braces. We also offer traditional orthodontics when the clinical situation calls for it.

Porcelain crowns and bridges
Porcelain Crowns restore a tooth that's been heavily filled, cracked, or root-canal-treated. Bridges fill the gap left by a missing tooth by anchoring to the teeth on either side. Both are made from porcelain matched to the surrounding teeth.

White composite fillings
Tooth-coloured fillings that blend in. We also replace old amalgam fillings with composite for patients who prefer a more natural appearance.

If you're not sure which treatment is right for what you're trying to address, book a consultation. We'll go through the options honestly, including what won't work and why.

Dental surgery Northcote

Dental surgery covers procedures that go beyond general maintenance. Barkly Dentalworks handles a wide range of surgical and restorative work on-site, so you're less likely to need a separate specialist referral.

Dental implants
Titanium implants placed into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. Once integrated, they're capped with a custom crown that looks and functions like a natural tooth. Implants are the most permanent solution for tooth loss and, unlike dentures, don't rely on the surrounding teeth for support.

Extractions
We remove teeth that are too damaged to save, impacted, or causing overcrowding. Simple extractions are routine. More complex cases like impacted wisdom teeth, for example are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Root canal therapy
When the nerve or pulp inside a tooth becomes infected, root canal treatment removes the infection and seals the tooth. It gets a bad reputation, but with modern anaesthesia, most patients find it no more uncomfortable than a standard filling. Leaving an infected tooth untreated is the alternative and that's considerably worse.

Dentures
Full and partial dentures for patients who have lost multiple teeth. We take impressions and have dentures made to fit, then adjust them over follow-up appointments until the fit is right.

Nightguards and splints
Custom-fitted appliances for patients who grind their teeth (bruxism) or have jaw joint problems (TMJ). Over-the-counter options rarely fit well enough to protect the teeth long-term.

For anything that does require a specialist, we'll refer you to someone we trust and brief them on your case.

Getting to Barkly Dentalworks from Northcote

Address: G04, 272 Barkly Street, Brunswick VIC 3056
By car, we're roughly five minutes from Northcote via St Georges Road or Nicholson Street. There's parking available at Barkly Square.
By tram, the 96 (East Brunswick to St Kilda Beach) stops at Barkly Square. From High Street in Northcote, the trip takes around 10 minutes.
We also see patients from Thornbury, Fitzroy North, Alphington, Fairfield, Clifton Hill, and Preston.

Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Earlier times may be available on request.
Book an appointment: https://barkly-dentalworks.portal.dental
Phone: 03 9347 5699
Email: info@barklydentalworks.com.au

FAQ's

Do I need a referral to see a dentist at Barkly Dentalworks?

No. You can book directly online or by phone. No referral is needed for any of our services, including implants and cosmetic treatments.

Does Barkly Dentalworks bulk-bill?

We accept the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), which provides bulk-billed dental care for eligible children aged 2–17. We also see DVA patients. For adults, we accept all major private health funds and provide estimates of out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins.

How far is the clinic from Northcote?

Around five minutes by car and ten minutes by tram on the 96 route.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Your Medicare card (for CDBS eligibility checks), your private health fund card if applicable, and a list of any medications you're currently taking. If you have recent X-rays from a previous dentist, bring those too — it can save the cost of repeating them.

Do you see patients for dental emergencies?

Yes. We keep time available for urgent appointments. Call 03 9347 5699 first thing in the morning if you're in pain, we'll do our best to get you seen the same day.

How long does teeth whitening take?

In-chair whitening takes one appointment of around 60–90 minutes. Take-home whitening produces results over one to two weeks of nightly or daily use. Both are effective; the right choice depends on how quickly you want results and how sensitive your teeth are.

Ready for a Northcote dentist who handles everything?

New patients welcome. No referral needed. We accept all major health funds, CDBS, and DVA.