Dentist Near Newtown, Geelong
Looking for a dentist near Newtown? My Dentist Geelong (Highton) is a short drive across the Barwon inside Barrabool Hills Plaza, with free parking at the door and appointments that are not rushed.
Newtown patients come to us for everyday general dentistry and for cosmetic work — crowns, veneers and professional whitening — done carefully and explained properly before anything begins.
Getting Here from Newtown
Our clinic is inside Barrabool Hills Plaza on Province Boulevard in Highton — about 2.8 km from Newtown, or around 6 to 7 minutes by car. Newtown adjoins Highton to the north-east along the Barwon River corridor, and the run down through the Pakington Street shops onto Barrabool Road brings you almost to our door. The practical difference is at the other end: instead of hunting for a metered space along Pakington Street, there is ample free parking inside the shopping centre, a few steps from the entrance.
What We Can Help You With
Newtown is an established, quality-conscious suburb, and a good share of what we do for patients there is restorative and cosmetic work on teeth that have simply been in service a long time. Our cosmetic dental treatments include crowns to protect and rebuild a heavily filled or cracked tooth, veneers for chips and discolouration at the front of the smile, bridges to close a gap, and professional teeth whitening supervised properly rather than guessed at from a chemist kit.
Underneath all of that sits the ordinary maintenance that keeps cosmetic work looking right: regular checkups, hygiene visits and fillings. Where a tooth is past saving we also offer dental implants, and if something flares up unexpectedly, our emergency dental care offers same-day appointments, subject to availability.
Why Newtown Families Choose Us
We are a family-owned practice rated 4.9 stars from 71 Google reviews, with Dr Vanessa Yew and Dr Shin Ying Chia looking after patients of every age. Newtown patients tend to tell us the same two things: they want to understand what is being recommended and why, and they do not want to feel processed. We book unhurried appointments, show you what we are seeing, and give you the options — including the option of doing nothing yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is My Dentist Geelong (Highton) from Newtown?
We are about 2.8 km from Newtown — around 6 to 7 minutes by car. The clinic is inside Barrabool Hills Plaza at 9/36 Province Blvd, Highton VIC 3216, with free parking on site.
Is there parking at the clinic?
Yes. My Dentist Geelong (Highton) is located within Barrabool Hills Plaza, where there is ample free parking available within the shopping centre. You can park close to the entrance and walk straight in.
Do you see children from Newtown?
Yes, we welcome children of all ages and see plenty of families from across Greater Geelong. Eligible children aged 0–17 may be able to access the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), which covers up to $1,158 in services every two years. Visit our children’s dentistry page to learn more.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment?
We provide same-day emergency dental appointments, subject to availability. Emergency appointments available after hours, public holidays and on weekends, subject to availability and confirmation. Surcharges are applicable. If you are in pain or unsure whether your symptoms are urgent, call us on (03) 7036 1505 and our team will advise you.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
We recommend booking ahead so we can set aside enough time for your visit — you can book online through HealthEngine or call us on (03) 7036 1505. Walk-ins are welcome but are subject to availability on the day.
Ready to Book Your Visit?
Whether you are overdue for a clean, weighing up a crown or veneers, or looking for a practice the whole household can settle into, we would be glad to see you. Call our friendly team or book online — and see our payment options for health fund claiming on the spot.
Open Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings by appointment.