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277 reviews
25 businesses
4.8 avg rating

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Word of Mouth dentists in Baxter receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 277 reviews.

The Smile Place Mt Eliza

Reviewed this month
4.9
211 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 84 760 349 292 2026 Award
Ahpra No. DEN0001073204
Most reviewed for: Filling

"It was a blessing to have found the Smile Place (Mt Eliza) dental clinic and Dr Madeline Townsend for treating my..."

Somersmiles Dental

4.3
4 reviews
Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3
Somerville VIC
Friday: 8am-4.30pm

"I went there as a person who was scared of dentists due to previous dental experiences during my lifetime the moment..."

Central Dental Frankston

5.0
10 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
ABN: 76 515 877 821
Frankston VIC
Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Ahpra No. DEN0001022462

"You are always very welcoming to us. You make us feel wonderful when we enter your practice. Thank you so very much...."

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Market Intelligence

Dentists near Baxter

Data-driven insights based on 277 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 14 trust signal responses

82 / 100
Local Service Score
2 Award Winners
$390 median Typical Cost most jobs $258–$530
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

Comparing dentists in Baxter starts with 277 customer reviews across the 25 providers servicing the area, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 starsbelow the Victorian average of 4.89, with ratings on an upward trend in recent years.

Ratings & trust

Customer follow-up responses paint a clear satisfaction picture: 100% would choose their dentist again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. Baxter's dentist ratings have improved from 4.3/5 (2008) to 4.9/5 (2026), suggesting a local market that's getting stronger over time. Baxter sees 14.6 new dentist reviews a year (50% below the Victorian average), so local ratings move more slowly and reflect a smaller sample than high-volume areas.

Cost guide

Across reviewed dentist jobs in Baxter, $390 is the median price — most jobs come in between $258 and $530 — 9% above the Victorian average. Nearby: Langwarrin South ($390), Frankston South ($390), Frankston ($390). Prices have risen 108% since 2008 (from $120 to $250 median), averaging 6.0% per year. If you've received a quote above $530, it lands in the top 25% locally — reasonable for more complex work, worth questioning for routine jobs.

Based on 277 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

14.6 / yr Review velocity +34%
4.8 stars Avg rating below avg
$250 Typical cost +9%
4.95 stars Service rating
11.1 avg Reviews / provider
115.4 / 10k Provider density

Dentist reviews & ratings over time — Baxter area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Baxter area profile ABS Census 2021

2,166 Population
46.6% Own with mortgage
87.3% Houses
$1,493 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Baxter is served for dentists, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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Dentists in Baxter — FAQs

How much does a dentist cost in Baxter?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, dentists in Baxter typically charge between $258 and $530. This is 9% above the Victorian average.

Can I trust a dentist found on Word of Mouth in Baxter?

According to 14 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their dentist in Baxter again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

What time of year does dentist demand peak in Baxter?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, dentist demand in Baxter tends to peak in November and is quietest in March. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

How can I tell if a dentist in Baxter is worth hiring?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Baxter has 277 dentist reviews on Word of Mouth. The Smile Place Mt Eliza (2026) and Central Dental Frankston (2018) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year. Look for providers with a high 'would choose again' score — the Baxter average is 100%.

What is the average dentist rating in Baxter?

Dentists in Baxter have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 277 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the Victorian average of 4.89 stars.

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