Est. 1955 · Hurstville
Four generations of caring for our local Hurstville community.
Established 1955Family OwnedHurstville LocalAll Health FundsHICAPS Available
Welcome
Dora Street
Dental.
A dentist your family will enjoy visiting.
For four generations, families across Hurstville and the wider St George region have trusted Dora Street Dental for gentle care, honest advice and familiar faces who've looked after them for over 40 years.
And don't worry, we won't lecture you about flossing… too often.
Dr James Bakker, Hurstville local
A practice built around people, not just teeth
Why families choose Dora Street Dental
We're not a big corporate clinic, and we like it that way. We focus on personalised treatment and lifelong care for every family member.
Dora Street Dental is a neighbourhood practice with 70+ years in Hurstville, where care feels personal, familiar and genuinely welcoming.
At Dora Street Dental you'll find:
- Gentle, unhurried appointments
- Honest advice, no pressure
- Calm care for kids
- The same friendly faces each visit
- Modern technology
Your smile will thank you.
70+ yrs
In Hurstville
4
Generations
3
Dentists
1955
Established
For new patients
Your first visit,
made simple.
No-gap new patient check-up & clean with most health funds, or $199 without (includes x-ray). Visiting a new dentist can feel daunting. We make your first appointment relaxed, comfortable and straightforward.
What to expect
Friendly Chat
Talk about your dental goals.
Gentle Exam
Gentle exam & digital x-rays.
Professional Clean
Keep your teeth sparkling clean.
Personalised Plan
Clear advice & plan for your smile.
Principal Dentist
Dr James
Bakker
Meet our dentists
The dentists on Dora Street
Born in Hurstville, James graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2015 before returning to care for his local community.
As a young dad himself, he loves helping kids feel comfortable and is proud to take on the fourth generation of practice ownership, whilst balancing clinic life with time with his family & keeping his lawn immaculate.
Dentist
Dr Shaun Sampson
A longstanding and highly respected member of our practice, having cared for generations of patients for more than 40 years.
Dentist
Dr Rod Kennedy
A valued and longstanding member of our practice, with decades of experience & a genuine commitment to his patients.
A directory of services
How we can help
you smile.
From everyday check-ups to more complex treatments. Gentle, modern dentistry for every stage of life.
- General DentistryRoutine check-ups, cleans & x-rays
Routine check-ups, cleans & x-rays
- Restorative DentistryFillings, crowns, bridges & implants
Fillings, crowns, bridges & implants
- Cosmetic DentistryWhitening, clear aligners and porcelain options
Whitening, clear aligners and porcelain options
- Children's DentistryFirst visits, gentle care, and positive dental experiences
First visits, gentle care, and positive dental experiences
- Emergency Dental CareSame-day appointments where available for urgent dental problems
Same-day appointments where available for urgent dental problems
Accredited & trusted
Memberships, accreditations and providers we work with.
We're not a big corporate clinic, and we like it that way.Same trusted team, same personalised care.
Seven decades in Hurstville
A short history, in chapters.
1955
Practice established on Butlers Road, Hurstville, by Mr Peck, Mayor of Hurstville
1964
Dr Ford era begins. Surgery moves to Park Road, Hurstville
1985
Dr Sampson & Dr Kennedy era begins. Surgery moves to Dora Street
2018
Dr James Bakker era — fourth generation of private ownership
Find us
39 Dora Street
Hurstville NSW 2220
Easy parking out the front, a short walk from Hurstville Station.