Dentist Lindfield: Family Dental Care at St Ives Smiles Dentistry

Q: What do treatments cost at St Ives Smiles?

A guide to some common treatments: Check-up: comprehensive exam with X-rays from $191, scale and polish from $180 Dental implant: single tooth with crown from $6,000, consultation from $360 Teeth whitening: take-home kit from $450, in-chair from $650 Invisalign: full treatment from $8,500, consultation from $500 Veneers: composite from $650, porcelain from $2,300 Wisdom tooth removal: simple from $300, surgical from $530 HICAPS is available on the spot, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule applies for eligible children, and payment plans are available in-house or through humm.

Whole-family dentistry for Lindfield and East Lindfield

St Ives Smiles is a family dental practice caring for Lindfield households of every age, from a child’s first check-up to teeth whitening, clear aligners and dental implants, taking the time to help young children and nervous patients feel at ease.

We are an easy trip whichever side of the highway you are on, with free parking at the door. Book online or call (02) 9488 8378, and reception can talk you through the drive or bus. New patients from Lindfield are always welcome.

Why Lindfield Families Choose St Ives Smiles Dentistry

Every age in the family is looked after by the same team, from a toddler’s first check-up to adults who have always found the dentist a bit nerve-racking.

“Good dentistry isn’t about telling people what to do. It’s about giving you a clear picture of your options, then supporting the path that’s right for you.”

Dr Jeremy Hockey, principal dentist

A good fit for nervous kids?

Children are seen from their very first tooth through their teenage years, and we give younger patients the time they need to settle in. Eligible children can also use the Child Dental Benefits Schedule.

Teenagers and orthodontics?

With Lindfield Learning Village and the local high schools nearby, we see plenty of teenagers for Invisalign and braces, planned in-house by Dr Jeremy Hockey with a digital preview before treatment starts.

Nervous in the chair?

Happy gas and oral sedation are both given in-house by our own dentists, and IV sedation is available through a visiting sedationist for longer procedures.

Thinking about your smile?

Cosmetic options include teeth whitening, veneers and clear aligners such as Invisalign, with a digital preview so you can see the plan before deciding to go ahead.

Replacing a missing tooth?

Dental implants are planned here with a 3D CBCT scanner, and Dr Jeremy Hockey holds a Fellowship of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI).

The same team as your family grows?

We see children from their first tooth, through the mouthguard-and-braces years, and on into adult check-ups, so one practice keeps your family’s history as the kids grow up.

Cracked or knocked a tooth?

A knocked, cracked or aching tooth gets a same-day appointment where one is available. Call the separate emergency line on 0422 270 577 and the team will talk you through what to do next.

Keeping more under one roof?

Wisdom teeth removal, standard root canal treatment, crowns and dental implants are all treated here, so less ends up needing a referral than at many general practices. Complex or unusual cases are still referred out case by case.

Who You’ll See at the Practice

Dr Jeremy Hockey and Ms Theresa Tran-Nguyen have owned and run St Ives Smiles since 2022, leading a team that still includes founding dentist Dr Bentley Sacks. Previously known as Dr Bentley Sacks’ Dental Surgery, we are a long-standing dental practice of over 30 years, caring for the North Shore from St Ives. Dr Hockey also holds a Fellowship of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI).

Most visits start with day-to-day dental care, the check-ups, cleans and fillings that keep a family’s teeth healthy, alongside cosmetic dental care, plus dental implants for missing teeth. If something goes wrong, urgent dentist appointments is fitted in the same day where possible.

From our home in St Ives, we also look after Roseville, families in Killara and nearby Gordon. See our wider service area, our St Ives Smiles on the North Shore page, or our the dental practice in St Ives home page.

At St Ives Smiles Dentistry, we aim to provide you with quality and caring dental service whilst incorporating the ever evolving modern age of dentistry.

Our Dental Services

Looking for a Dentist Near Lindfield?

Getting to St Ives Smiles from Lindfield depends a little on which side of the highway you are on, but it is an easy trip either way, with free on-site parking at the door.

From East Lindfield, a short drive across the Eastern Arterial Road ridge (about 13 to 19 minutes), or the all-day 194 bus to a stop by St Ives Shopping Village
From the station side, a drive up Mona Vale Road (about 14 to 22 minutes), or the train two stops to Gordon then the 195 or 582 bus
Free on-site parking at the practice, unmetered and with no time limit
HICAPS on the spot plus the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) for eligible kids
Whole-family care, from toddlers to grandparents
Payment plans in-house or through humm

Getting here from Lindfield

How to drive from Lindfield to St Ives Smiles?

From East Lindfield, take Tryon Road to Eastern Arterial Road

Follow Eastern Arterial Road north, then Killeaton Street into St Ives

Turn onto Benaroon Avenue to Warrimoo Avenue

From the station side, take the Pacific Highway to Mona Vale Road, then Cowan Road and Killeaton Street

St Ives Smiles is at 7/160 Warrimoo Ave, with free on-site parking

From East Lindfield, the quickest way to St Ives Smiles is across the Eastern Arterial Road ridge, then Killeaton Street to Warrimoo Avenue, about 13 to 19 minutes. From the station side of Lindfield, the drive runs up the Pacific Highway and Mona Vale Road, then Cowan Road and Killeaton Street, about 14 to 22 minutes. Either way there is free parking at the door.

Public transport from Lindfield

Bus

From East Lindfield, the all-day 194 runs along Eastern Arterial Road to a stop beside St Ives Shopping Village

Train

From the station side, two stops to Gordon, then bus 195 or 582 toward St Ives

Walk

Short walk to 7/160 Warrimoo Ave, St Ives NSW 2075

Note

Free on-site parking makes driving simple from either side

From East Lindfield, the all-day 194 bus runs along Eastern Arterial Road to a stop beside St Ives Shopping Village, a short walk from the practice. From the station side there is no direct bus, so the practical route is a two-stop train to Gordon, then bus 195 or 582 toward St Ives. Free on-site parking makes driving the simpler option from either side.

Your Lindfield Questions, Answered

What happens at a first visit?

A first visit typically includes a check-up, a review of dental history, and X-rays if needed, so the dentist has a full picture before recommending any treatment.

What do treatments cost at St Ives Smiles?

A guide to some common treatments:

Check-up: comprehensive exam with X-rays from $191, scale and polish from $180
Dental implant: single tooth with crown from $6,000, consultation from $360
Teeth whitening: take-home kit from $450, in-chair from $650
Invisalign: full treatment from $8,500, consultation from $500
Veneers: composite from $650, porcelain from $2,300
Wisdom tooth removal: simple from $300, surgical from $530

HICAPS is available on the spot, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule applies for eligible children, and payment plans are available in-house or through humm.

How often should I have a dental check-up?

Healthdirect Australia and the Australian Dental Association recommend a check-up every 6 to 12 months for most people, even without any symptoms. That’s an aim rather than a fixed rule, since a dentist may recommend a different interval once they’ve seen a patient’s own teeth and gums.

When should my child first see a dentist?

Healthdirect Australia recommends bringing children in for their first dental check-up by their first birthday, or as soon as their first tooth appears, whichever comes first, with regular check-ups continuing after that.

Does St Ives Smiles accept CDBS for Lindfield families?

Yes. Reception checks CDBS eligibility and the remaining benefit at the appointment, and the scheme covers a defined list of basic services: check-ups, X-rays, cleaning, fissure sealing, fillings, root canals and extractions, though orthodontic treatment and anything cosmetic sit outside it. Eligibility depends on three things lining up in the same calendar year: Medicare cover, being aged 0 to 17 for at least part of that year, and a parent or carer receiving a qualifying payment, Family Tax Benefit Part A being the one most families already get, though it is not the only payment that counts. Nothing needs to be applied for separately; eligible families are sent a letter.

What are your opening hours?

The practice is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30am to 5pm, Wednesday from 9am to 4pm, and Saturday by appointment. Sunday is closed.

Is St Ives Smiles taking new patients?

Yes. New patients from Lindfield and across the Upper North Shore are welcome. Call (02) 9488 8378 or book online and reception will find the next available appointment.

Are there dentists already in Lindfield?

Yes. Lindfield has its own dental practices, mostly along the Pacific Highway near the station. Families who make the short trip to St Ives Smiles instead are usually after the same team seeing every age of the household under one roof. Free untimed parking and, from East Lindfield, the all-day 194 bus are a practical bonus.

Is there free parking for patients?

Yes. Parking is free and on-site, right at the practice, unmetered and with no time limit on how long a car can stay.

What’s the fastest way to drive here from Lindfield?

From East Lindfield, the quickest way is across the Eastern Arterial Road ridge and down into St Ives, about 13 to 19 minutes. From the station side, it is up the Pacific Highway to Mona Vale Road, then Cowan Road and Killeaton Street, about 14 to 22 minutes outside peak hours.

Is there a direct bus from East Lindfield to St Ives?

Yes. From East Lindfield the all-day 194 bus runs along Eastern Arterial Road to a stop beside St Ives Shopping Village, a short walk from the practice, roughly every 20 minutes through the day.

How do I get here from the Lindfield station side without driving?

There is no direct bus from the station side of Lindfield to St Ives. The practical route is a two-stop train to Gordon on the T1 North Shore Line, then bus 195 or 582 toward St Ives. Most station-side patients find driving simpler, with free parking at the door.

Do you offer Invisalign and braces for teenagers?

Yes. Invisalign and braces are planned in-house by Dr Jeremy Hockey. Invisalign treatment starts from $8,500 and metal braces from $8,000, both after a consultation from $500. A digital preview shows the plan before anything starts.

A local snapshot of Lindfield

Lindfield splits either side of the Pacific Highway and the North Shore railway. The station-side has Lindfield Public School and, on Eton Road, the K–12 Lindfield Learning Village on the former UTS Ku-ring-gai campus. Up the hill, East Lindfield gathers around the Tryon Road and Carlyle Road shops, Lindfield East Public School and Soldiers Memorial Park, home of the Lindfield Rugby Club. The Eastern Arterial Road ridge runs from there straight toward St Ives.

Information reviewed 24 July 2026.