Dentist Near Waurn Ponds, Geelong
Looking for a dentist near Waurn Ponds? My Dentist Geelong (Highton) is around 8 minutes up the road inside Barrabool Hills Plaza, with free parking at the door — handy if you are studying or working at Deakin and fitting an appointment around a timetable.
We see a lot of students and young professionals from the Waurn Ponds corridor for checkups, wisdom teeth, Invisalign and teeth whitening.
Getting Here from Waurn Ponds
Our clinic is inside Barrabool Hills Plaza on Province Boulevard in Highton — about 3.3 km from Waurn Ponds, or around 8 minutes by car. The Princes Highway separates the two suburbs, but the link is direct: Pigdons Road runs from the Deakin University campus straight across into Highton and joins Province Boulevard. Coming from Epworth Geelong or the southern end of Waurn Ponds, it is the same road. There is ample free parking inside the shopping centre, with no permit, no time limit and no meter — which is a change from campus parking.
What We Can Help You With
The late teens and twenties are when a few specific things tend to come up at once. Wisdom teeth usually make themselves known somewhere in this window, and we can assess them, take the x-rays and talk through whether they need to come out. Invisalign is the other common one — clear, removable aligners that straighten teeth without the look of metal braces, which matters if you are heading into placements, interviews or a graduation photo. Professional teeth whitening rounds out the list, done safely under supervision rather than from an online kit.
The unglamorous part matters just as much: a checkup and hygiene visit once or twice a year is what stops a small cavity becoming a root canal at the worst possible point in semester. We are open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings by appointment, and our payment options page sets out health fund claiming on the spot so you know the cost before you sit down.
Why Waurn Ponds Patients 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 seeing patients of every age. If you have moved to Geelong to study and left your old dentist behind in another city — or another country — we are used to picking things up from wherever they were left. Tell us when you last had a checkup, and we will work out what actually needs doing rather than starting from scratch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is My Dentist Geelong (Highton) from Waurn Ponds?
We are about 3.3 km from Waurn Ponds — around 8 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 Waurn Ponds?
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?
Booking ahead means we can set aside proper time, and Saturday morning appointments are available if weekdays are full of lectures or shifts. Call our friendly team or book online — our new patient information covers what to bring to a first visit.
Open Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings by appointment.