North Melbourne Dental
Information about North Melbourne Dental
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-18h
- tuesday: 8h-18h
- wednesday: 8h-18h
- thursday: 8h-18h
- friday: 8h-13h
- saturday: (closed)
Welcome to North Melbourne Dental, your local dentist and emergency dentist based in North Melbourne.
Julian has over 30 years of experience, graduating from the University of Queensland in 1986. He has been practicing in North Melbourne for over 20 years and enjoys building long-term relationships with his clients.
We are a friendly, boutique dental practice offering high-quality, affordable dentistry in a calm, relaxing atmosphere. You will receive personal care and the benefits of consistency, which come from seeing the same dentist rather than one of a ‘pool’ in a group practice.
From dental checkups and crowns to teeth cleaning and teeth whitening, our aim is to keep your teeth healthy and strong so you can keep them into old age.
Our comment from Top Dentistas about North Melbourne Dental:
North Melbourne Dental is a highly regarded dental practice known for its exceptional care and professionalism. Patients consistently commend Dr. Julian Moore and his dedicated team for their thorough approach and genuine concern for their dental health. The practice is tailored to ensure that all clients feel comfortable, with a welcoming ambiance that puts even the most nervous patients at ease.
Key highlights from patient experiences include:
- Expertise and Care: Dr. Julian is frequently recognized for his detailed explanations and ability to communicate effectively, ensuring patients understand their treatment options without any pressure.
- Comfortable Environment: Many patients admire the friendly and approachable nature of the staff, which considerably enhances the dental visit experience.
- Quality Service: The practice is characterized by its excellent service with a focus on long-term dental health. Julian's commitment to providing high-quality treatments is clear, making him a trusted choice for dental care.
- Positive Results: Numerous reviews highlight successful treatments ranging from routine cleanings to more complex procedures, showcasing the high standard of care and the positive outcomes for patients.
- Flexible Appointment Handling: Patients appreciate the adaptable scheduling and responsiveness of the staff when managing their appointments, contributing to a stress-free visit.
Overall, North Melbourne Dental is highly recommended for anyone seeking a reliable and caring dental practice, blending expert knowledge with personalized service, making every visit a positive experience.
Services and Treatments
North Melbourne Dental: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. From the initial consultation & throughout all the work I needed done (hadn't been to a dentist in over 8 years) I was never pressured into doing anything. Recommendations with honest explanations of why certain things needed to be done, helped me decide what to do and I'm definitely happy with my decisions and the results. Thank you
Fantastic experience: Great dental practice! Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Dr. Julian Moore. I’ve had both a root canal filling and a crown procedure done by him, and the whole experience was excellent. Dr. Moore explained everything clearly in plain English so I knew exactly what to expect, which made me feel very relaxed.I also have a sensitive tooth, and he went out of his way to get a special dental sealant that has helped me a lot. The staff are friendly, professional, and always make you feel welcome.If you’re a nervous dental patient, Dr. Julian Moore is the one to see he makes you feel completely at ease and provides top quality care.
Fantastic experience: Okay, I admit it...I'm a difficult patient. A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing. Dr Moore has put up with me for nine years, so that's a remarkable feat unto itself. I appreciate his patient and thorough explanations, and his meticulous treatments and restorations. And his detail. And his expertise. Plus, he always asks if I want a coffee...what more could anyone ask for?
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Dr Julian Moore as a friendly, professional and highly ethical dentist. He always spends the time to explain what he is doing and communicates all issues, concerns and costs in a clear and concise manner. The entire team at North Melbourne Dental are very responsive and helpful and I would recommend this clinic led by Dr Moore to anyone looking for a family dental practice.
Fantastic experience: I've been a client at North Melbourne Dental for about a year, and my experience has been very positive. Julian is a professional and friendly dentist who takes the time to explain dental issues in clear, easy-to-understand terms. He makes me feel comfortable and explains the treatment at every step. The clinic itself is spotless, modern, and has a very calm, welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of Dr Julian at North Melbourne Dental Clinic for over 15 years, and I continue to be impressed by his consistent professionalism and high standards of care. He takes the time to thoroughly explain any dental issues and offers clear, well-considered treatment options, enabling informed decision-making. His meticulous approach reflects a genuine commitment to long-term oral health, and his calm, respectful manner always puts me at ease. Dr Julian is punctual, attentive, and highly trustworthy. I would confidently recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled and dependable dental professional.
Fantastic experience: Since I moved to the area, the team at north Melbourne dental have been fantastic. They provide a very thorough, professional and personal level of care and my dental health has never been better. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: I've been Julian's patient for over 3 years. Julian and his very friendly and helpful staff continue to deliver impeccable service. At my very first consultation, Julian swiftly identified a very subtle yet severe periodontal issue - resulting in a very quick referral to a wonderful periodontist - which ultimately prevented me having to endure significant future problems and cost. I'm also very grateful to Julian for recommending a great orthodontist who has improved my smile immensely. Thanks to Julian and his team, my teeth/gums have never been healthier.
Fantastic experience: I have attended North Melbourne Dental for two year since moving from Melbourne. The friendly service and attention provided by Julian and the team has been outstanding. I would highly recommend them and am very pleased with their care.
Fantastic experience: Julian does a good job and cares for your teeth. He likes to chat, which means if you've got a question regarding your health, why he's doing something or why he needs you to do something, he will happily educate you on it. You don't want a dentist that doesn't like talking about teeth.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service once again by Julian and his team. So caring and quality service, have always recommended North Melbourne Dental to family and friends.
Fantastic experience: Julian is an exceptional dentist, exemplifying professionalism in every aspect. His commitment to patient care is evident through his gentle approach and clear communication. He consistently delivers high-quality dental work, ensuring comfort and satisfaction. His attention to detail and dedication to maintaining oral health is truly commendable. Visiting Julian's practice is always a reassuring experience, thanks to his expertise and genuinely caring demeanor. Highly recommended for anyone seeking top-notch dental care.
Fantastic experience: My experience with dentists in the past had me traumatized, my teeth were suffering so I bite the bullet and decided to go to North Melbourne Dental where I met Dr Julian Moore who had made the whole experience quite pleasant. Julian’s care factor, personal touch and quality of work make him extraordinary at what he does. I can’t image myself going anywhere else
Fantastic experience: I've had Julian as a dentist for the last three years - during which he and the team have been excellent. First arriving with a number of problems, and a general phobia of dentists, Julian managed to assuage my fears - and I left with a plan, cleaner teeth, and an espresso with a dash of milk. I'm moving from North Melbourne - but will be returning for care!
Fantastic experience: I’ve had a lot of dental issues over many years. After a bad experience elsewhere I was recommended to this dentist in my local area a few years ago. I must say the service and advice received is very professional. I needed to understand all options and likely cost available to me and that’s exactly what I receive each visit. I highly recommend Dr Julian Moore
Fantastic experience: I was living in North Melbourne and I needed a dentist appointment. North Melbourne Dental had good reviews so I booked my first appointment. More than four years later I no longer live in North Melbourne, but still make the trip. Julian is transparent and honest (not to mention lovely.) He talks through what he’s doing and explains what he’s thinking, always putting your needs first. You don’t feel like a mouth in a chair, you feel like his collaborator. The whole practice is so well run. Always on time, always so efficient, always welcoming, and with minimum fuss, just how I like it. They’ve got Where’s Wally in the waiting room too. I look forward to every appointment. Thanks North Melbourne Dental for taking care of my teeth!
Fantastic experience: I have been going to Julian for over 11 years. I have found him to be a very thorough dentist who is also prepared to refer me to dental specialists when required. His knowledge and skill are of a very high standard.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend for all dental work. Dr Julian has been my dentist for over 12 years and he has done high quality work for me, some of it complex. The preventative work he did for my three children has held them in good stead over many years, not requiring much more now than a regular clean. My elderly mother is now also attending and we are delighted with the service. Dr Julian is extremly careful and caring and brings a high level of training and experience to the job. He has our trust.
Negative experience: Please take caution when visiting this dental clinic and seeing Julian. It's been years since I've visited this clinic where he completely escalated my two back molars with fillings that to this day, I have had other dentists state that those fillings were no where near necessary (even if they were not aware of the condition). I was in my mid 20s at the time and felt constantly manipulated into believing something was wrong with my teeth that needed serious dental work and of course would cost a fortune. It's because of him I lost a lot of trust in the medical field. Some other scenarios to name were where he would always try and upsell me teeth cleaning products that I kept saying no to, even after the first time. Another was when I went for a consult with a dental surgeon for the removal of wisdom teeth on his recommendation (which I was happy to do because you should trust who they refer you to), but when I asked to seek someone of my choosing for a second opinion, he would always try and persuade me otherwise because he has a good relationship with who he referred me to even though I felt uncomfortable with that dental surgeon who costed MORE than the standard removal of wisdom teeth AND required me to sign a waver for the surgery. Just so many red flags....! I've had so many other more pleasant and reassuring visits with dentists since this place. Please do not go here if you want your teeth to be well looked after. I truly believe his main goal is to get as much money out of you as possible, rather than the care of your teeth.
Fantastic experience: Can't recommend enough - Julian is particularly helpful for anyone who, like me, suffers from pretty extreme dentophobia. He is reassuring and gentle but still helps his patients to persevere through their discomfort to make sure the treatment is adequate.
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Julian for over six years and there isn't another dentist that I trust as much as I trust him. I've had a lot of issues with my teeth over the years and he always goes above and beyond to ensure that I walk out of his practice feeling good. Julian himself is a character and quirky which keeps you entertained and his care and attention is second to none. His staff, Ashley and Fey are also wonderful. Thanks for the great care and customer service over the years, Julian!
Fantastic experience: I was a regular patient of Julian’s about 10 years ago, when I lived in North Melbourne. I changed dental practices only after I moved further away and had simultaneously changed to a health insurance provider which had its own dental clinics. My new provider only seemed to do the bare minimum (scale and clean) every six months, and I don’t think I had any preventative work done in the entire time I was their patient (probably because of Julian’s excellent preventative care prior!). I have recently returned to become a patient of Julian’s again, as I found he has always provided (and continues to provide) excellent care. Julian is always cheery, it’s always a pleasant experience and I know and trust that he takes my oral health seriously. I’m more confident now that I have returned to Julian’s care that my teeth are being looked after by a highly-trained professional with the ‘big picture’ in mind, rather than a health-fund appointed dentist only interested in churning through as many patients in a day as possible. If you take your dental care as seriously as I do I highly recommend Dr Julian Moore of North Melbourne Dental.
Fantastic experience: North Melbourne Dental is a high recommended place to go for your Dental treatment. The professional service to the next level of high quality dental that we have in our community. Thank you from Hoang Do.
Fantastic experience: The team at North Melbourne Dental have been looking after me for over a year now. After moving from the country I was hesitant in choosing a new dentist but the personalised care Julian and the team give has always made me feel so welcome and comfortable. The genuine care factor for the best health outcomes for patients and the first class level of professionalism is what keeps me going back.
Fantastic experience: Julian is an amazing Dentist. I couldn't recommend this dental surgery more! the whole team are really amazing at making you feel comfortable and stepping you through the entire dental process. If you are a little nervous or have'nt been to the dentist for a while or a scared of pain there is absolutely no judgement, and the team are so supportive and practical. The environment is very professional and you are made to feel very special. They even made me a coffee:) The team have changed my perspective on dental care and given me real support, i would definitely come here if you are a little anxious, also this studio is extremely clean professional and you feel like they take care of your mouth from all angles, referring you to other specialists if need be. I reccommend!
Fantastic experience: A very professional practice - organised and friendly. Its clearly evident that the dentist - Dr Julian Moore - pays a great deal of attention to his CPD and keeps himself up to date with the latest developments in dental care.
Fantastic experience: A great small practice to take care of your teeth. Courteous and efficient reception. Julian informs and gives options and ensures a top quality result. I've been attending for over a decade and in this time have had the least problems with my teeth.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Julian at North Melbourne Dental, he has been my dentist for many years and always given me very good treatment. After moving away from the area I went to a different dentist, however when a more complicated issue came up I decided to travel further to see Julian again because I knew I could trust him to look after my teeth properly.
Negative experience: I made a booking with Dr Julian to get a check up to see what an implant would be and he talked with me for only 10 minutes saying how I cannot do anything and it would better for me to not do implant. I do not understand why I paid $90 for him to talk about me not to do something for only 10 minutes.
I am afraid that I disagree totally with this gentleman's account of events. He booked himself in for a consultation to discuss the possibility of placing implants in areas where teeth were absent, having not attended a dentist for quite some time. We carried out an examination of his mouth to find that the patient had a number of teeth where previously carried out restorative work appears to be failing, or had been left unfinished, and these teeth are in need of attention or their prognosis will become hopeless and they may be lost. So, although the patient may be getting some new teeth, this may be compromised by the fact that he would be losing other, already existing teeth.
There were also other issues which needed to be addressed prior to any implants being placed if the patient wishes a long-term solution. If implants were to be placed, with the patient's mouth in the state it currently is, then there would be a very high risk of the implants failing.
I took great effort to explain all of this to the patient in detail, and to show him all of the areas which needed to be addressed, where previously placed restorative work appeared to be obviously failing, in a consultation/discussion that went for well over 30 minutes (not 10 minutes as the patient stated). I told the patient that I would not be doing him any favors, or acting in a professional manner, if I were to go ahead and recommend implants, which was all he appeared interested in, with his overall existing oral condition requiring the attention that it needs. I also told him that implants are quite expensive and that he should not be in too much of a hurry to have them placed, when there was so much else that obviously required attention.
I took time in making sure that the patient thoroughly understood this, which he said that he did and then suggested/recommended that the patient should return for a full and comprehensive examination and treatment plan, to which he agreed.
We then referred him for a full-mouth radiograph and he booked in for a full and comprehensive examination, for which he would likely not have been charged, having just had the consultation previously. As I walked the patient out of the surgery, he thanked me for my honesty. All I can do is to be totally honest with my patients and give them the best opinion I can based on my knowledge, even if it means sometimes telling people things that they don't want to hear.
We have tried to contact this patient to discuss things with him and, if he chooses to get in touch with us, then he will find that our door will be open to him and we will be happy to talk with him further. If he chooses not to, then we wish him well.
Fantastic experience: Julian and his team at North Melbourne Dental have been looking after my family and me for over 20yrs. I recently visited North Melbourne Dental after after a couple of years and I continue to be impressed with the professionalism, care, friendly/welcoming atmosphere and patience demonstrated by Julian and his team and not to mention the time they dedicate to explaining and answering any questions you may have. Thank you team. I look forward to our next visit
Fantastic experience: My partner and I have been going to North Melbourne Dental for a number of years now, and highly recommend. The whole team are incredibly caring, kind and thorough! Come for the great dental care, and stay for the free coffee and entertaining chats from Julian.
Fantastic experience: Julian, the owner and dentist is one of the most well trained and experienced dentists I've ever had in my life and I've moved around a lot. He also guarantees fillings and uses high quality materials. I've been to Bupa and other chain practices in the past but would wholeheartedly recommend this independent dentist as this place is in a whole other class.
Fantastic experience: An excellent dental clinic! Highly recommend Dr Julian as he is very detailed in his consultations and provides very good advice to help improve overall oral health. Excellent skills and service!
Fantastic experience: Over the door it reads Caring Quality Dentistry. What you get inside with Julian is precisely this. Caring. Quality. Dentistry. Julian's care for my teeth is amazing. He just finished a crown for me and was continuously concerned for my comfort throughout the long procedure. Julian is proud of the quality of work that he performs and rightly so. I really appreciate his pursuit of quality outcome for my teeth. Julian is a great dentist. I keep coming to him to care for my teeth even after moving 25km from his high quality practice.
Fantastic experience: Looked up google for dental practices around the area and decided to give Julien's a try was the best decision I've made. Having been his patient for a year and having extensive treatement done even though the height of the pandemic in 2020, Julien has proven to be dedicated to ensuring the best outcome for his patiens. Not only does he give sound advice (without beating round the bush) and creates a solid plan of action for each patient's situation, he also has a plan for his patient's long term dental health. Julian's dental work is excellent, be it filling or extraction, Julien and his assistants always ensure patients have to endure the minimal of pain and mess. Add his humor and the overall experience of visiting a dentist becomes a pleasent one instead of the horror stories kids are told. I've recommended him to my partner and we have both agreed that Julien's the go to dental practice should we need anything done regardless where we live. If you haven't already, I strongly highly recommend giving his practice a call and making an appointment, you won't be disappointed!
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of Julian's for over four years, after trialling other clinics in the inner-north area. He takes pride in providing thorough, painless, high-quality dentistry. I am very satisfied with his work and would highly recommend him to you and your family.
Fantastic experience: I have been going to see Julian at North Melbourne Dental now for over 10 years, from the basic scale and clean to more complex crown work. Always brilliant, caring and professional service in a warm atmosphere. Even after moving out of the area I continue to return to see Julian for my ongoing dental work.
Fantastic experience: I have been going to North Melbourne Dental from last 5 years now. I have had a quite complex work done including large restorations and crowns with Dr Julian Moore. And I am so glad that every thing was taken care of so precisely and with perfection. I since then routinely just go for check ups and cleans every 6 months, and other than that there is no real thing that I do for my teeth. It's peace of mind that my dentist is Dr Julian Moore who thinks prevention and early detection of problems is key to avoid overly complex issues. Money wise, I would say quality always comes with a price anywhere you go. And here quality of work is given the utmost importance. So I would rather spend on something that I know will work and that too for long term than something which for short term will look like cheap and long term cost me even more. So yeah, I will always keep going back to North Melbourne Dental for my teeth.
Fantastic experience: Really happy with Dr J. I appreciate his preventative approach to long-term dental care. Really impressed with both the oral surgeon and the orthodontist he recommended. Professional, clear communicator and friendly.
Fantastic experience: We love going to see Julian, he's very knowledgable and personable and he and Ash always make you feel comfortable. They educate you on preventative dentistry as well, rather than just seeing you when something goes wrong. We've been really happy with all the work we've had done here and have been going for a couple fo years now. Recommend highly.
Fantastic experience: After not visiting the dentist for a number of years I went to see Julian and I have now been back three times. He makes you feel very comfortable and his chats are great. I haven’t had any issues with any of the work he has done thus far. Would recommend.
Fantastic experience: It took our family 8 years to find Nth Melb Dental - they’re good value, least pain and you know it’s being done right with this team.
Fantastic experience: My husband and I were on a search for a trustworthy dentist and we finally settled on Julian Moore as our family dentist. He came with the highest recommendation from a friend. He did some corrective work to fix up other dentists’ mistakes. Julian is a real character and is very knowledgeable. He is flexible and caring! My family and I now travel some distance (over 90 mins) to see him as we live on the other side of town, and committed to travel even with a little one in tow. He certainly does not disappoint. Julian is thorough, gives good advice on dental health and always outlines a sustainable dental health plan to meet individuals needs. My family and I would highly recommend Julian.
Fantastic experience: I started attending North Melbourne Dental from a recommendation and I have been absolutely pleased with my experience. Julian and staff are attentive to detail, professional and caring about my long term dental health. I had a few fillings that needed to be done and Julian and staff handled them with precision and care, explaining what needed to be done in a way that is easy to understand. I also had an issue with a root canal abnormality which was first spotted by Julian and referred to a specialist immediately. This had not been picked up by previous dentists I had seen and it could have resulted in grave consequences for that tooth if not for him noticing it. His experience speaks for itself and I can happily say I have found my dentist. Thank you Julian and team!
Positive experience: Expensive. The entire time in the chair I felt I was being ripped off as he continually suggested and went forward with things without discussing the costs or whether the things were important or not. In the end it was at least twice the price expected with tacked on extras like multiple xrays at a ridiculous price each (iirc $50-75ea). The clean I booked was not completed in one session. So I had to pay double for another followup clean. In the end he straight up missed spots so now my teeth are very clearly blotchy. Expect to have him negotiate extra work on the day and push for several other cosmetic procedures too. All the while suggesting this work while in your mouth so you can't actually have a discussion to ask whether something was actually important or just to line his pockets. All up I spent roughly $1000+ for a clean and checkup plus all the extras. I'm now booking a clean with a different dentist.
Dear Dr Noodles,
We are sorry to hear that you have had a bad experience, but we believe that you may have confused us with another practice, as the pricings and procedures mentioned in your complaint do not correspond with those of our practice.
We would be more than happy to discuss things further with you.
Please call or email us directly.
Fantastic experience: Makes going to the dentist a pleasure! I chose North Melbourne after ringing around and finding them to be the most friendly. I went in for a general check up/clean, and had a few more subsequent appointments which was mostly preventative work at the advice of Julian for my best ever dental health moving forward. Julian always explains the what/why/how for any work done or to be done, and is always up for a chat. Thanks Julian, and thanks to the awesome nurses/reception staff for their friendliness and care too!
Fantastic experience: Glad I went there today. Julian practiced his values and mission statement well. Appreciated the comprehensive assessment and his efforts of partnership with the consumer (me) - good explanations and education- and multidisciplinary care (referral). It's easy to find a dentist who clean teeth; rarer to find one who goes above and beyond. Would recommend to anyone. Clinic and staff are pleasant too (thanks).
Fantastic experience: I was looking for a local dentist two years ago and the local pharmacy recommended these guys and I haven't looked back since. I'm so glad to have Julian and the team look after our family. We've just moved out of the area but because of their warm, professional and friendly service that we decided we would travelling in instead of finding a local dentist. It's hard to find a good dentistry team who is attentive, honest and cost-effective. Julian and the team give you a full consultation on the first visit which speaks volumes on how you and your dental health is individualistic to them. I would highly recommend to anyone to come visit.
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Julian, I've been a patient of his for nearly 15yrs. I've been grinding my teeth most of my adult life and they were in pretty bad shape. He was the 1st dentist to make up a dental plan involving other specialists. His thoroughness and attention to detail is why I keep returning to his practice. In the last few years I've moved to a country town and I will still make a 2hr round trip to see him.
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient at NMD for more than 12 years and I don't hesitate to recommend the practice. Dr Moore's work is excellent and he stands by it, following up with patients and addressing any issues.
Fantastic experience: When searching for a dentist two-and-half years ago, the idea of only one dentist looking after my teeth appealed to me and so I made my first appointment with Dr Julian Moore. Julian explained in detail the state of my dental health and I'm very happy that I proceeded with his recommendations. I was impressed with Julian's professionalism and attention to detail and the fact that he will always do his utmost to achieve a perfect result whether working on a filling, restoration, crown or colour matching, etc. In fact, Julian believes the end result has to be the same standard he would expect for himself and I don't think you can go past that! The state -of-the-art surgery is bright and sunny in a historic building and as soon as you walk in you are welcomed by the smiling receptionist and dental assistant. I would recommend Julian to anyone looking for a dentist whose work ethic is a combination of consistent high standard, and old-fashioned-service.
Fantastic experience: Amazing service and really cares about your dental health! Couldn't recommend a better dentist.
Fantastic experience: Have been going to see Julian at North Melbourne dental for about 18 months now. He's professional but also likes a chat. I have needed some crowns done and have had no problems and am very happy to recommend the practice to others.
Fantastic experience: Julian has been my dentist for over 13 years now, since I was at uni. I have moved all over Melbourne in that time but keep going back to NMD because they have always provided honest and thorough dental care. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: I started seeing Julian as my regular dentist several years ago following a brief hiatus from 6-month check-ups when I had moved overseas from the USA to Australia. During the first few appointments, he filled several new cavities that had appeared and took preventative measures on a couple others, none of which have had any issues since. One old filling I had from childhood required a crown and he did a wonderful job, even sending the first crown back for adjusting (no price change) when he wasn't 100% happy with how it was sitting. I can't tell it apart from my other teeth now. I will also mention then I never experienced any pain during any of the procedures. Julian is terrific, and I couldn't be happier with my experience.
Fantastic experience: I started seeing Julian as my regular dentist after my first visit over a year ago. He always has a joke to tell or a series to recommend and he explained the health of my teeth. He also refilled my a couple of my fillings, did a great job cleaning my teeth frankly was better than my last dentist.
Fantastic experience: When I saw how many great reviews North Melbourne Dental get I was sceptical that maybe they ask for reviews. But I'm happy to write after my appointment that I suspect the numerous great reviews are simply because they are a fantastic dental practice. I can already say that I have never seen such a knowledgeable dentist who can also communicate exceptionally well. I am so glad to have them as my new dentist.
Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Julian for my teeth for about 20 years. Initially there were quite a few fillings, later a bite split (a guard to wear at night) to stop me damaging my teeth by grinding at night. Since then things have settled down really well and and all my teeth are still going strong at 52 years of age. Julian's approach is preventative, treating small problems early so they don't become big problems. My experience shows that it works. I'm happy to recommend him to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Dr Julian is clearly knowledgeable and passionate about dental health. He is detail oriented, takes time to explain his recommendations and I have never felt pressured into doing procedures that I didn't want to or couldn't afford. All the staff are friendly and caring.
Fantastic experience: A friend was kind enough to refer me to North Melbourne Dental more than 12 years ago. Since that time, Julian Moore has provided me (and my teeth) with first class care and attention. I highly recommend NMD for anyone's dental health needs.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend if not extremely. Very happy and satisfied with the treatment and care that I and my family has received from North Melbourne Dental's team. Dr Julian Moore takes utmost care in making sure that your teeth stays in the healthiest state possible with his attention to detail. I have had all my dental treatment done with him from scratch and I am very happy with the treatment. I have known Julian for 5 years now. I routinely go every 6 months for preventative care and that's it for my teeth that I do.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been seeing Julian at North Melbourne Dental for 15 years now. Even though I now live across the other side of town, I keep going back because Julian and staff treat me as an individual and he takes time to explain care options without pressure. I really appreciate the down-to-earth no nonsense approach backed with quality dental care. It’s a pleasure to recommend Julian at North Melbourne Dental. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Julian over the last year for a number of problems, including a root canal, and highly recommend him. He is very professional but also takes the time to make sure you understand what is going on in a down to earth manner and always makes sure you feel comfortable with what is going on. I've since recommended him to my partner who is now also a regular patient of his.
Fantastic experience: My family have been seeing Julian for over 10 years. We will continue to recommend him to others as he shows consistent care with a long term benefit in dental health. He is professional and offers advice to overcome any situation.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending North Melbourne Dental for over 13 years now and can highly recommend this practice. Julian’s work has always been very professional and thorough, whether it be a crown, filling, or a customised splint to prevent grinding. All done with great conversation and a keen sense of humor to make the experience comfortable and easy.
Fantastic experience: I came to Julian in quite a desperate pain situation in December last year. For two years I suffered chronic pain in my jaw and face. This was misdiagnosed as ‘stress’, ‘tension headaches’, then TMJ and even Trigeminal Neuralgia, a serious chronic nerve pain condition, and I was started on Lyrica, a medication with some very serious side effects and risks of addiction. Julian listened to me and appreciated I’d had a difficult time with health professionals. Most importantly he relieved my pain in the first appointment and was able to clearly explain the cause of my pain and the treatment I required. I needed a root canal. Julian and his staff worked through their lunch to start an emergency root canal treatment and I was pain free immediately afterwards. I’ve been having this work completed over the last few months and it’s honestly been a pleasure. Julian is very personable and has a warm attitude to treating patients, and we have a good laugh too - finally a health professional who appreciates my humour! My partner sees Julian as well now and I’ve recommended him to my friends.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to North Melbourne dental for over two years. Julian is extremely passionate and knowledgeable and I would highly recommend this practice for all of your dental needs.
Fantastic experience: Long Overdue Review - After being a chef for 20 years, its safe to say i have seen my fair share of dental practices over the years. In 2012 i came across NM Dental practice after moving into the neighborhood and randomly popped in one day after a few too many years of avoiding regular check ups. Dr Julian's friendly personality, pride and care for his profession really made visiting the dentist an experience I began to look forward to. After the immediate attention repair work was complete, i had Julian rebuild and crown 5 of my back teeth, opting to save them rather than just pull and lose forever, a decision i am now very thankful we made. Just OK was not enough for Julian and if something didn't go exactly to plan, such as the crown not sitting perfectly, it was redone at no extra cost to me at all. Every dentist I've seen since then has commended the work i had done on those teeth at North Melbourne dental which as prompted me to finally write this review. Cheers Jake
Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Julian since moving to the neighbourhood a couple of years ago and can't recommend his services strongly enough. Julian obviously takes his work very seriously, and is also a really lovely guy. On my first visit, he noticed a significant problem with my front tooth requiring surgical intervention. He referred to one of the best oral surgeons in Melbourne and has been incredibly supportive throughout the whole process. I have also personally recommended him to a close friend who also had a very positive experience.
Fantastic experience: Julian and his team are exceptional and have restored my faith in dentistry. After a bad experience having my wisdom teeth removed, I was terrified of the dentist and had not been for over 20 years. The team at NMD were respectful of my fear and made sure my visits were as pleasant as possible. Julian and his team are now ‘officially’ my dentist and I have been seeing them faithfully for 3 years now. I even have family members driving from the other side of the city to come to NMD off my recommendation!
Fantastic experience: Julian is a thorough dentist, who has fantastic interpersonal skills and always has hilarious anecdotes to share. I have been going to him for several years and no matter what the procedure I always feel confident in his work and more than satisfied by my experience. He, Melissa and the rest of the team always put a smile on my face (that's clean and cared for). I would highly recommend North Melbourne Dental clinic to anyone who needs a wonderful dentist!!!
Fantastic experience: There is the occasional negative comment on here that I have good reason to think is totally misleading and unrepresentative of the vast majority of experiences that Julian's and Melissa's clients would have. There's simply no way these guys are out to squeeze pennies out of you. A couple of times, Julian did some work on my teeth for free because we hadn't had the results we'd hoped for after previous sessions. Besides, there's always free coffee and dental-care packs! When I first went to see Julian a couple of years ago, he assessed my teeth and told me there was some work to be done that I didn't fully expect (mostly seals of areas that were dangerously close to turning into cavities and other forms of decay). He told me very directly this was precautionary and, helpfully, asked me to picture how I'd feel ten years from now if I didn't take action and regretted it. My teeth already feel better and I'm glad he strongly suggested I agree to the work. Would recommend to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Dr Julian did so much for me in a year and went above and beyond including late bookings and extra work to help me and my bad teeth. If you have a fear of the dentist like I did then go see him, I have never felt so comfortable and calm at a dentist in my life.
Fantastic experience: Always friendly and professional. Very happy with all my dental work - and the coffee afterwards! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Fantastic experience: Really friendly and cheerful dentist doing excellent work. I had some quite serious dental issues, Dr Julian fixed it all over a series of appointments. He is now my regular dentist and I have no hesitation recommending him.
Fantastic experience: Smiles all round. Julian has always looked after my teeth - even when I do not. Having completed an emergency crown on my teeth before heading overseas, you cannot fault his service.
Fantastic experience: I visited Dr Julian because I had some work done overseas and it was causing me problems. I found Dr Julian to be very good and he explained to me in detail what was wrong and what needed to be corrected this provided me with a lot of comfort knowing what needed to be done and why it needed to be done. I have since visited Dr Julian many times and have additional work done including a splint which is used to protect my teeth and have referred my dad and Dr Julian has since become my regular dentist.
Negative experience: It appears that Julian sneakily created a second account -which includes his name- for this clinic, so I'll just post what I wrote on that other business location for google maps. I visited this dental clinic earlier this year to get my teeth checked out. Julian uses deceptive words like "I believe" and "I think" when referring to "suspected" tooth decay. I caught him prying at my old metal fillings too attempting to create a problem when there was none. Aside from financial exploitation, Julian had no excuse pushing for expensive treatments such as a dental crown placement, a trip to the orthodontist and more than six fillings with the OPG scans he was provided. I discovered that none of the expensive treatments were necessary when I visited another dental clinic. Since he successfully drilled two of my healthy teeth, I made a formal complaint to the regulations agency for health practices. Do not go to this dentist. I also caught him being dishonest with me during a phone call where he said "I said I wasn't going to do a crown on that tooth *name*, I merely said that we when we actually did that filling I suspected that there would be decay underneath that filling and we might have to do a filling to hold it together until later on down the track when a crown could be placed over the top of it." Yes. It is legal in Victoria to record phone calls/conversations if you are a participant.
Fantastic experience: Julian has been my dentist for nearly 2 years. He is one of the most meticulous and thorough professionals I have ever met. I recently had a splint made to prevent the damage from teeth grinding. Julian checked the splint numerous times for a perfect fit, without any further costs.
Fantastic experience: When I first went into see Julian, I had probably been to the dentist twice in 6 years. In one year, He has helped transform not only my teeth but my dental habits. Now I no longer fear the dentist, I welcome a chat with Julian and a check up. I have confidence in my teeth again. I would highly recommend anyone seeking quality dentistry to give Julian a try, you won't be disappointed!
Negative experience: I don't trust Julian and will never go back, would never recommend to anyone who actually cares about their teeth. I went to see him about 7 months ago for a clean, have never had any dental problems before ever. He suggested I needed about 8 or so fissure sealants, which he drilled each of my teeth before filling them, the whole point of fissure sealants is so you don't need a filling and it's a preventative. I was seeing another dental specialist at the time who said my teeth were perfect and clearly Julian was trying to fatten up his wallet. I believe my teeth are well and truly damaged from Julian drilling the so called "cavities" that I've never had before, weren't visible on the x-rays but according to Julian "I've got an eye for cavities that most normal dentist don't have". Clearly just looking to make money and not caring about his patients actual health. Wish I found all these negative reviews before I let him ruin my teeth my drilling into majority of them. Btw Julian before you go and write a comment advising that my name isn't on patient records, I don't have my surname on social media, I definitely am an old patient who will NOT be returning.
Dear Katie,
I was very saddened to read the review that you wrote about us and would like to reply to some of the statements you have made.
Often teeth present with grooves or fissures that are deep enough for bacteria to get into without the toothbrush bristles being able to clean these areas out. Over time these can and often do develop into cavities. We therefore SUGGEST to patients that, by sealing these areas, this risk can be greatly reduced. The choice as to whether or not to go ahead with the suggested treatment is entirely up to them.
The sealant technique that you appear to have described is one using composite resin material. We stopped using this technique over 15 years ago as evidence based research showed that around 10% of these sealants were needing to be repaired or replaced each year. If left unchecked, bacteria could gain access under the composite sealant resulting in a cavity, sometimes quite large. This is something that I have seen many times in clinical practice.
Instead we changed over to glass ionomer cement as the seal between the material and the tooth surface is far more effective. We have found that these sealants work best when the fissures are opened up and cleaned out slightly using a small bur. This gives the material more bulk so that it is stronger and more resistant to the chewing forces that it will be exposed to in years to come.
Also by opening these fissures and cleaning them out it allows you to see if there is any decay which has gone undetected. These are very common findings and, if detected early, can be treated at the time with a small restoration instead of later with a larger one.
Your claim that I said that" I've got an eye for cavities that most dentists don't have" is not true. I have never said this, never would and never will.
Also your portrayal of my character is completely untrue. We care about our patients at this practice, put them first and go out of our way to provide the best preventative treatment for them that we possibly can. If we can carry out a simple procedure which lessens the risk of a more complicated one needing to be done later then we will SUGGEST it to the patient. Once again the choice to go ahead with the suggested treatment is entirely theirs.
If you would like to contact us instead of remaining anonymous behind a Google review you will find us very amenable and I will be happy to go through everything with you and explain it to you in whatever level of detail you wish.
We await your response and look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Julian Moore
Fantastic experience: Everyone is very friendly. All advice is explained throughly, with no pressure to follow that advice. Always a pleasant experience. Also good for television recommendations.
Fantastic experience: Excellent Hands
Fantastic experience: I started coming to North Melbourne Dental a year and a half ago with some serious problems on my front teeth. Julian's expertise and attention to detail helped fix the issue, and I'm extremely happy with the result. Julian has also been integral in improving my overall dental health, and was able to refer me to an excellent surgeon for wisdom teeth removal (no pain after 4 wisdom teeth extractions!). I've now moved 40 minutes away from North Melbourne, but I continue to come to Julian's practice because it's always a welcoming experience, and I know that I can't easily find this quality of service elsewhere.
Fantastic experience: I didn't visit Julian at North Melbourne Dental Group for about 10 years due to relocation, but recently I went back because I just couldn't get the service and skill anywhere else. I have now been seeing Julian over the last 12 months and getting great results. He certainly has a wealth of experience and I would highly recommend Julian at North Melbourne Dental Group to be your family dentist.
Fantastic experience: Julian has helped me take better care of my teeth and is great at taking care of your entire set of teeth beyond just a filling or checkup. Would recommend for long term dental care, always helpful and makes dental visits very pleasant.
Fantastic experience: Julian and the team at North Melbourne Dental have been an absolute pleasure. They have made going to the dentist an approachable experience. Not only have I received top quality results, I feel a level of comfort and confidence in their work. I would highly recommend North Melbourne Dental to everyone.
Fantastic experience: Quality service, quality dentist. My mouth feels better then ever. I'd like to thank the staff for there hospitality aswell, very welcoming. I'll be going in every 6 months for a check up if he can keep my grin like this..
Fantastic experience: Even though I was in a dentist chair with this and that sticking out of my mouth I found myself enjoying every session from there banter and positive atomosphere. Everyone who works there is very approachable and my teeth look great. Decently priced too.. suprisingly.
Fantastic experience: For nearly 2 decades I have been visiting the practice and I have always received a very good and informed treatment. My few emergency visits were dealt with very efficiently for both time and treatment. The atmosphere is always very calm and the expresso at the end of the visit is always very much appreciated. Thanks, Julian, for your caring.
Fantastic experience: Dr Julian and his staff are an extremely professional and friendly team. I had neglected my teeth for over ten years due to a number of things, the main reason being a young and foolish man. I have a terrible dislike for hospitals and dentists so I generally stay away and try to get by with basic dental hygiene and a bit of masculine ignorance. However this eventually caught up with me and I knew I would need extensive work done. I was wary about choosing a dentist and nervous about the procedures, not to mention the cost. I was very lucky that North Melbourne Dental was close to my house. Everything was explained slowly and carefully and all my options were laid out fairly to me without pushing decisions for me. The procedures were as smooth as possible. I have a sensitive gag reflex which means I can't do shots of tequila and I'm a nightmare to operate on. Everything was done quickly and efficiently with a bit of character from Dr Julian and his team which is quite rare these days. I've learned I need to take better care of my dental health. Would highly recommend North Melbourne Dental. Gold standard dental practice ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of North Melbourne Dental for quite a few years now. The team there have always been so welcoming, always remembering my name and offering me a coffee and a magazine when i walk in the door. Julian always makes time to see me in times of dental crisis, and i have had a few recently! The rest of the team are also fantastic, making time to answers questions over the phone, and are always so friendly when i call for the nintieth time to change my appointment! As someone who has their own new business, i am always a bit strapped financially, and Julian always advises the most economical treatment for me, and explains exactly what he needs to do and how much it will be before he starts. The work he has done on my teeth is flawless, and i always feel as though i am in the best hands. I have recommended him to all my friends and family.
Fantastic experience: I have been a client of Julian at North Melbourne Dental for over 20 years. When I first went to see Julian my mouth was a bit of a mess to say the least. During this journey Julian has always had respect for me, my mouth and we have always progressed a pace that suited me. Julian has always supplied options and pros and cons for each option to allow me to decide. Over this long period Julian has also maintained a very high standard of work, care and never leaves anything that is not perfect or put another way, the quality of work in my mouth would be the same quality he expects for his own. I am so happy with his work my two children also are patients. Work on my mouth has included complex bridge works and crowns. I now have a smile I can be proud of and not a closed mouth smile to hide gaps in my teeth. Julian keep up the great work from you and your team.
Negative experience: This bloke is a scam artist - read through all the comments, not just the ones written by him on fake accounts. I went to him and he told me i needed 3k worth of work done. I went down the road and was told I didn't need anything done. He was rough and trying to plug various items throughout the process. No good, go elsewhere. Anywhere.
I thank the patient for his comments. While we welcome feedback from all our patients, in this instance I totally disagree with his account of events. In particular I reject as false his personal characterisation of me and his accusation that I am the author of self-serving reviews. I fully support his decision to seek treatment elsewhere and I wish him well in the future.
Fantastic experience: I have been visiting North Melbourne Dental for over 2 years now. I appreciate the team's caring and friendly approach to dental care, along with being flexible with appointment timing when able. Aside from general dental checks, I have needed several crowns and a splint to prevent grinding while asleep - all of which I have been really happy with! I would highly recommend Julian and his team at North Melbourne Dental if you're looking for thorough and reliable care.
Fantastic experience: Let me start off by saying Julian is beyond amazing. I hadn't been to a dentist in ages, due to the inconsistences I’ve encountered with prior dentist. I went into North Melbourne Dental after looking up reviews online and didn’t really know what to expect. The first thing Julian said to me is, I’m going to tell you what work you need done and suggest how we go about it. It’s up to you to decide if that’s what you want to do or not. Right then and there, I knew that he was going to be an awesome dentist. He didn’t tell me that I needed to do this and that to basically line his pocket, he told me what I needed to ensure I have strong and healthy teeth. He explains each and every procedure he’s going to do or doing and takes you step by step during the process. If you have a puzzled look on your face, he will break it down for you, to ensure that you have a very clear understanding of what’s being done. Julian has great stories and is always engaged whenever you’re telling him a story. Which is very rare to find in dentist and doctors, being they deal with so many patients on a daily basis. He’ll remember your stories and ask how things are going. I was sadden when I left AUS to move back to the US because I knew I was losing a great dentist and someone I could all a friend. Now that I’m back in the US I’m contemplating going back to AUS periodically to have Julian do any major dental work I need done. Trusting your dentist is key and for sure I have full trust in Julian to do any and everything I need done. If you’re looking for a great dentist, you’ve find it right here in him.
Fantastic experience: I have been attending North Melbourne Dental for over 17 years now. Like a lot of people I have always hated having to go to the dentist but Julian immediately succeeded in putting me at ease with his friendly & professional attitude. In my early days as a patient I expressed concern about pain during a procedure; Julian put me at ease and assured me straight away that I would not feel a thing - he was right, I did not experience any pain at all! Even though my teeth were in a terrible state when I first started visiting, many years later I still have my smile intact and I'm sure with Julian's help I can keep it that way too. Julian always takes the time & trouble to explain what is going on and to honestly & carefully lay out the options available to me, always respecting my choices. I have lived out out the area for a long time now but I still continue to return to North Melbourne whenever I need dental treatment. I would not consider going anywhere else. I would recommend Julian & the friendly team at North Melbourne Dental without hesitation to anyone looking for a professional and friendly dentist.
Fantastic experience: I have been going to Julian at North Melbourne Dental for over a year or so now. I have found him a top notch dentist - very informative, planning for the long term of my dental care, great to get along with, and most importantly I trust his experience and advice. I have had a couple of fillings done and had a splint made to stop my teeth grinding at night, which has required a few fittings/adjustments and now fits perfectly. Couldn't recommend the service and treatment higher. Thanks!
Fantastic experience: Julian and the team have provided consistently excellent service throughout my time as a patient. Julian has always been very flexible to meet my needs - he made time to repair a broken tooth the week before my wedding at very short notice, before I was even a regular patient. He also explains options for treatments thoroughly, including pros and cons of each. I would recommend North Melbourne Dental to anyone.
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