Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dentist in Melbourne for Comprehensive Care
Melbourne Dentistry is an independent general dental practice located on Collins Street in the Melbourne CBD. Our mission is to help patients feel confident about their oral health through comprehensive, prevention-focused care. We adopt a global approach to dental health management, considering each patient's unique circumstances, medical history, and life stages. Our team utilizes advanced diagnostic techniques and minimally invasive treatments to preserve natural tooth structure while prioritizing patient comfort and long-term oral health outcomes. With over 25 years of experience, we combine scientific evidence with personalized care to deliver trusted, high-quality dental solutions tailored to individual needs. 
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Aesthetic Dentistry
Dental Sealants
Teeth Whitening
Orthodontics
Root Canal Treatment
Dental Implants
Dentures
Child Dental Care
Oral Cancer Screening
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in general and aesthetic dentistry
- Our practice utilizes advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Focus on minimally invasive, biomimetic restorative techniques
- Comprehensive approach addressing mouth-body connection and life-stage needs
Services
Preventive Dentistry
Our preventive dentistry focuses on maintaining optimal oral health through early diagnosis and minimally invasive treatments. We implement active maintenance programs tailored to individual risk factors, utilizing remineralization therapies and BPA-free sealants to prevent decay progression while preserving natural tooth structure.
Aesthetic Dentistry
We specialize in enhancing smiles through advanced aesthetic treatments including teeth whitening, dental veneers, and biomimetic restorations. Our approach combines natural-looking results with functional improvements, addressing tooth color, shape, and alignment while maintaining dental health and structural integrity.
Dental Sealants
Our BPA-free dental sealants provide effective cavity prevention by protecting molar grooves from bacterial accumulation. Applied using non-invasive techniques, these protective coatings help preserve tooth strength while reducing the need for future restorative treatments through proactive decay prevention.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening treatments address extrinsic and age-related discoloration using TGA-approved products. We offer customized take-home kits and in-office procedures to safely enhance tooth color while managing sensitivity concerns and ensuring long-lasting results through proper maintenance guidance.
Child Dental Care
Our child-focused dental care emphasizes preventive strategies and early intervention, including NuSmile ZR porcelain crowns for baby teeth. We prioritize creating positive dental experiences while educating families about oral hygiene habits that establish lifelong dental health foundations for children.
People
Dr Maria Petricevic
Principal Dentist
Graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1994 with 25+ years experience. Specializes in comprehensive dental care with membership in professional associations including Australian Dental Association and International Academy of Dental Traumatology.
Stacey Crilly
Lead Dental Assistant
Experienced dental assistant with extensive expertise in patient care and dental procedures, providing compassionate support to patients while assisting with complex treatments in a comfortable environment.
Questions
Why should I visit the dentist if my teeth feel fine?
Regular checkups detect silent dental issues and prevent progression of problems like decay or gum disease that may affect overall health through bacterial spread.
How often should I schedule dental checkups?
We recommend biannual checkups, though individual needs may require different intervals based on oral health status and risk factors.
Can I receive dental care during pregnancy?
Yes, dental care during pregnancy is safe and recommended to maintain oral health, which positively impacts both mother and baby's wellbeing.
When should children start dental visits?
We recommend establishing a dental home by age one to promote preventive care and positive lifelong oral health habits.
Do orthodontic patients still need regular checkups?
Yes, routine checkups during orthodontic treatment are essential to maintain oral hygiene and prevent complications like decay around braces.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, cheque, Eftpos, major credit cards and process health fund claims through HI CAPS facilities for on-the-spot rebates.
