South Melbourne Dental Group has operated from the corner of Park and Cecil Street for more than a century, and the practice still runs out of the same heritage-listed building today. Unlike many dental clinics that now sit within larger corporate groups, this one remains independently owned, which shows in the way appointments are run - patients tend to see the same dentist over time rather than whoever happens to be rostered on. The team, which includes both male and female dentists who are all members of the Australian Dental Association, covers the usual scope of general dentistry: comprehensive exams, scale and clean, digital X-rays, fillings and restorations, crowns and bridges, root canal treatment and orthodontics. For patients after more specific work, the practice also offers dentures, implants, veneers, teeth whitening, night splints, mouthguards and wisdom teeth extractions. New patients and referrals are welcome, and the clinic's approach leans towards regular check-ups to catch problems early rather than waiting for something to go wrong. The practice is a preferred provider for CBHS, Bupa, Medibank Private and HCF, with HICAPS available for on-the-spot health fund claiming, though payment itself is required on the day. There's ample parking around the building, and Tram No. 1 stops right outside on Park Street, making it an easy stop for locals without a car. Note that same-day cancellations may incur a fee, so it pays to give the practice notice if you need to reschedule.