Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in AUD · Recall feed checked daily
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Dental Cleaning (under anaesthesia) cost across Australia

Scaling and polishing under general anaesthesia with pre-op bloodwork. Dental X-rays and extractions are extra.

A$620–A$1,235national typical range (AUD)
Sydneymost expensive city
Hobartleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

SydneyA$1,110
MelbourneA$1,035
CanberraA$1,020
PerthA$945
BrisbaneA$925
DarwinA$925
Gold CoastA$910
NewcastleA$880
AdelaideA$860
HobartA$850
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Extractions add $100-$1,000 per tooth depending on the tooth.
  • February is Pet Dental Month: many clinics discount 10-20%.
Insurance check

Insured dogs in Darwin would get roughly A$835 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about A$43–A$90/month for a young dog.

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Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Sydney NSWA$740–A$1,480
Melbourne VICA$690–A$1,385
Canberra ACTA$680–A$1,360
Perth WAA$630–A$1,260
Brisbane QLDA$620–A$1,235
Darwin NTA$620–A$1,235
Gold Coast QLDA$605–A$1,210
Newcastle NSWA$585–A$1,175
Adelaide SAA$575–A$1,150
Hobart TASA$570–A$1,135
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of dental cleaning (under anaesthesia) in Australia?

Nationally A$620–A$1,235 in 2026. Sydney is the most expensive city we track; Hobart the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover dental cleaning (under anaesthesia)?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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