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Word of Mouth dentists in Summertown receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 224 reviews.
Adelaide SA
"Good, friendly and very capable staff . I can recommend this practice to anyone needing any type of dental work...."
Aldgate SA
"I was extremely nervous and reluctant to visit a dentist. But my experience with all the staff and the male dentist..."
Stirling SA
"Broke a tooth when my own dentist in Mt Barker was on holiday and I needed to see someone urgently so I rang this..."
Adelaide SA
Tuesday: 8.30 -5.00
"I went to Budget Dentistry unsure of what to expect even after reading all the positive reviews as it seemed too good..."
Glenside SA
"Sensational dentist. Has always looked after my family. "
Glenside SA
"I have enjoyed my experiences at Village Dental & Implant Centre. Dr. Yuen, Dr. Kow and staff are friendly and..."
Linden Park SA
"Superior service is one way to describe this Dental Surgery. Fantastic Staff, from front desk to the Dentist...."
Marryatville SA
"Really friendly staff, easy to get an appointment. Very caring and honest. Great reminders for checkups."
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Marden SA
Tuesday: 8:30-5:30
"Wonderful practice. Staff were friendly and Dr Freytag was very thorough. He was happy to explain my needed treatment..."
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Blackwood SA
"They have the friendliest staff who make my girls feel comfortable and looking forward to revisiting. Quite a few..."
Bridgewater SA
"Terrific staff, excellent care and level of dentistry"
Adelaide SA
Tuesday: 8am - 6pm
"Dental Excellence makes a visit to the dentist about as pleasurable as it can be! Dr Tina Son is so gentle, caring..."
Rose Park SA
"I was warmly greated when I entered the building, which was important. The service and attention my two children..."
Rose Park SA
"Fantastic paediatric dentists. Waiting room filled with toys and TV playing kids' dvds. Wendy Cheung was amazing,..."
Goodwood SA
Tuesday: 9am-5.30pm
"First class treatment with very caring and professional staff at every level. Would not hesitate to recommend this..."
Dulwich SA
"Great dental experience here, all the staff are really friendly. Dentists are so gentle, I ve been there 3 times for..."
Blackwood SA
"I can recommend Complete Dental Care from the bottom of my heart. I have been a patient there for around 15 years...."
Unley Park SA
"Another visit here for checkup and cleanup. As usual all went well with no problems. Very friendly and professional..."
Campbelltown SA
"Changing dentists can be daunting and after 30 years attending the same practice in North Adelaide poor parking..."
Dulwich SA
"The Adelaide Teeth Whitening Clinic is a neat and tidy premise located at Dulwich. I have been getting treatment for..."
North Adelaide SA
"North Adelaide Dental Care cater for people who are as afraid of the dentist as I am in a caring and professional..."
Norwood SA
"This place is amazing! Beautiful decor, out of this world childrens play area, the rooms are warm and inviting full..."
Modbury SA
"I was very impressed as they have wheel chair access. The staff were very warm and friendly making me feel comfortable. "
Glandore SA
"I called up today to book my next appointment and apparently dr tomasnis doesn't work here anymore. Does anyone know..."
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Market Intelligence
Summertown dentist reviews and ratings
Data-driven insights based on 224 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data
79
/ 100
7
Award Winners
97%
Positive Feedback
Summertown is one of the pricier areas for dentists — 200% above the South Australian average. 25 dentists service the area with 224 customer reviews.
Area profile in brief
Summertown's household income sits at $2,258/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local dentist pricing tracks that profile — 200% above the South Australian average.
Reviews & ratings
At 11.8 dentist reviews a year — 119% above the South Australian average — Summertown collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.
Going rates
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 200% since 2008 (from $100 to $300 median), averaging 12.5% per year.
Based on 224 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
11.8 / yr
Review velocity +17%
4.8 stars
Avg rating below avg
$300
Typical cost +36%
5.0 stars
Service rating
9.0 avg
Reviews / provider
332.4 / 10k
Provider density
Dentist reviews & ratings over time — Summertown area
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| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 | 4.7 | $100 |
| 2009 | 5 | 4.8 | no prices reported |
| 2010 | 13 | 4.7 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 5 | 4.8 | $180 |
| 2012 | 10 | 4.0 | $222 |
| 2013 | 37 | 4.9 | $165 |
| 2014 | 30 | 4.9 | $300 |
| 2015 | 15 | 4.6 | $215 |
| 2016 | 7 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2017 | 5 | 2.6 | $1,200 |
| 2018 | 3 | 4.0 | $330 |
| 2019 | 20 | 4.9 | no prices reported |
| 2020 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2021 | 12 | 5.0 | $650 |
| 2022 | 44 | 5.0 | $100 |
| 2023 | 10 | 5.0 | $240 |
| 2024 | 2 | 5.0 | $300 |
| 2025 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2026 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Summertown area profile ABS Census 2021
752
Population
48.3%
Own with mortgage
97.5%
Houses
$2,258
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 — 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 Summertown 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 Summertown — FAQs
Is there a quieter time of year for dentists in Summertown?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, dentist demand in Summertown tends to peak in November and is quietest in March. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How do I pick the right dentist in Summertown?
Start by comparing customer reviews — Summertown has 224 dentist reviews on Word of Mouth. My Dentist Blackwood (2023), Fullarton Park Dental (2022) and Burnside Dental Practice (2019) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 4 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
How do Summertown dentists compare to the state average?
Dentists in Summertown have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 224 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the South Australian average of 4.62 stars.
Does the Summertown housing mix influence local dentists?
Summertown's household income sits at $2,258/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local dentist pricing tracks that profile — 200% above the South Australian average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Summertown has 98% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 43, a median household income of $2,258/week.
