

welcome to Balaclava Dental Care
As your trusted Balaclava dentist in East St Kilda, Melbourne, we’re here to care for more than just your teeth – we care about you. At Balaclava Dental, we believe everyone deserves a healthy, confident smile. Our friendly team provides comprehensive family, cosmetic, and emergency dental care with a gentle touch and a patient-first approach. We’re dedicated to making high-quality dentistry affordable and accessible for the East St Kilda community. Discover the Balaclava Dental difference – we look forward to welcoming you!
- General Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
Oral health care for the whole family
balaclava dentist for complete care
General Dentistry
We're here to keep your smile happy and healthy by offering a full range of services — from regular checkups and cleanings to, additionally, treating cavities and supporting gum health.

Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services can help you achieve your dream smile by offering a variety of options, such as teeth whitening, veneers, and, moreover, complete smile makeovers.

restorative Dentistry
If you're dealing with damaged or missing teeth, our restorative dentistry services can help you regain your smile's function. In fact, we offer effective solutions to restore both comfort and confidence.

dental Implants
We offer solutions such as crowns, bridges, and implants to repair and rebuild your teeth. As a result, you can chew comfortably and smile confidently once again.

Surgical
We provide gentle wisdom teeth extractions and precise root canal treatments. For those feeling a bit anxious, we offer happy gas (laughing gas) for treatment.

Emergency Dental
Are you experiencing severe tooth pain, a knocked-out tooth, or broken dental work? If so, our immediate relief services can help, preventing further damage and discomfort.

Comprehensive Care
Whether it's a routine checkup or a more complex advanced procedure, Balaclava Dentist offers all these services and more.
The team that care
Balaclava Dental Clinic prioritizes patient comfort and care because we want to give you the smile you deserve.
Advanced Technology
Balaclava Dentist delivers cutting-edge solutions, in particular, our unique Virtosmile Digital Smile Design.
Personalized care
Dedicated to client care, Balaclava Dental Care specifically emphasizes a personalized and attentive approach.
exceptional care, lasting results
why choose balaclava dental clinic?
Dr. Alex Goichman and the skilled team at Balaclava Dental Clinic are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered dentistry. In addition, our experienced dental team offers caring and trustworthy service, delivering comprehensive dental care all under one roof. As a result, we ensure your comfort and well-being at every visit.
A Calm and Supportive Environment
We recognize that dental anxiety is common; therefore, we strive to create a relaxing and supportive environment. Moreover, our focus on personalized, professional, and affordable care has attracted patients from across Melbourne — including Caulfield, Elwood, Prahran, and St. Kilda — who value our genuine concern for their well-being.
Complete Dental Care Under One Roof
From relieving discomfort with restorations (fillings) and root canal treatments to addressing complex needs like wisdom tooth removals, Balaclava dentist offer a wide range of dental services. Additionally, we provide advanced solutions such as dental implants and implant-based restorations, ensuring comprehensive care is available all under one roof.

dental health insurance
Get the smile you deserve with our dental health insurance plans
At Balaclava Dental Care, we believe in making quality dental care accessible. For your convenience, we accept all major health insurance providers. Moreover, we are proud to be preferred providers for NIB, CBHS, Westfund, and Dentacare, which ensures you can maximise your benefits with us
client Reviews
See what our customers are saying about Balaclava dental Care
EXCELLENT Based on 190 reviews Posted on Google Katina MoraitisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome servicePosted on Google Geraldine BellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Miriam is a great dentist and she is super friendly. She communicates clearly without the judgey tone I used to get from my previous dentist.Posted on Google Wesley KnizhnikTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very happy with a prompt and professional service. Love your clinicPosted on Google joe גו kaplanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you once again, Dr. Golum, for a great cleaning session. Looking forward to a whitening session in a few weeks—my first time! I have no doubt it will be a pleasant experience, and the results will be great.Posted on Google Adi GlasmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing staff, very reasonable pricing and more importantly great attention to detailsPosted on Google Carly LippTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When all of life's little problems fade away with that terrific dental appointment - one which leaves you smiling happy. Just ask Alex, the maestro, for a thrilling hour you will not forget or regret!Posted on Google Dr Orly Lacham-KaplanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and experienced staff. After so many years with them, it feels like visiting a family rather than a dental clinic.
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Frequently asked Questions
Where is Balaclava Dental located?
Balaclava Dental is located in East St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Our practice is situated on Carlisle St in Balaclava, which is part of the vibrant East St Kilda area. Furthermore, we are just a few minutes tram ride from Acland Street, St Kilda, thereby making us easily accessible to residents of St Kilda and surrounding suburbs.
What are balaclava Dental Care's opening hours?
Our opening hours are Monday and Thursday from 9 am to 7 pm, while on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, we are open from 8:30 am to 5 pm. Finally, on Saturday, our hours are 8:30 am to 1 pm. You can find out more here.
Which suburbs does your dental clinic cover?
Situated on Carlisle St in East St Kilda, we are conveniently close to the neighbouring suburbs of Caulfield, Elsternwick, Prahran, and Windsor. Furthermore, for customers who cannot find a suitable appointment time at our Balaclava clinic, our other dental practice, Malvern Family Dental, is also within easy reach.
What if I have a dental emergency outside of your regular hours?
If you experience a dental emergency in St Kilda or surrounding areas, please call Balaclava Dental immediately on 9527 7278. Subsequently, we will do our best to see you as soon as possible to provide the urgent care you need. However, if it is outside of our regular hours, please still contact us.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes, at Balaclava Dental in St Kilda East, we accept all dental insurance plans. Furthermore, we are preferred providers for CBHS and Westfund. Additionally, for your convenience, we offer the Dentacare payment plan.
What is the cost of teeth whitening?
The cost of teeth whitening varies depending on your choice: our effective in-house treatment provides faster results; however, for greater convenience, Balaclava dentist also offer professional take-home kits, thus allowing you to brighten your smile at your own pace.
Do you offer payment plans or financing options for more extensive dental treatments?
We offer many types of payment plans including Humm, Afterpay, Denticare, Zip Pay and Supercare.


