An accredited dental practice is one where the dental staff have successfully completed a strict set of health care standards that are in line with National Safety and Quality Heath Service Standards. It commits them to constantly improve the safety and quality of care to patients.

It matters a whole deal as private dental practices are not required to be accredited or receive accreditation. If a dental practice is accredited, they have, out of their own motivation and expense, committed themselves to maintain and improve the safety and quality of patients.

The Australian Dental Association (ADA) encourages patients to visit clinics that have received an accreditation.