Opening Hours
| monday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| tuesday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| wednesday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| thursday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| friday | 08:30 – 17:00 |
| saturday | Closed |
| sunday | Closed |
About our clinic
At Bupa Dental Townsville, we believe it’s really important to look after your oral health, as a healthy smile is linked to your overall health and wellbeing. So make sure you have regular check-ups with your dentist and
Our friendly team of dental professionals
We will then take the time to discuss all your treatment options, answering any of your questions along the way, before drawing up an oral health plan that is
We also understand that for some, visiting the dentist can be an anxious time. Speak to your dentist if you have any concerns. If needed we can provide a range of options to help put you more at ease. Happy Gas is also available at our practice.
From general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, right through to dental reconstruction and orthodontics, at Bupa Dental Townsville we deliver high quality and affordable dental care to suit all of your family’s dental needs.
The clinic offers a wide range of services for the whole family including children dentistry and all our staff pride themselves on professional service and quality dentistry.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Our team
Dentists
Dr Niels Kirsten
Dr Niels Kirsten
Dr Niels Kirsten was born and raised in Townsville. In 2010, he graduated in Bachelor Nursing Science at James Cook University and worked in rural communities in far North Queensland as a registered nurse. Dr Kirsten went on to study Bachelor of Dental Surgery at JCU, following in his father’s footsteps as a dentist.
Growing up in a dental practice and observing his father, Niels had developed a strong interest in dentistry early in life. Since graduating as a dentist in 2015, Dr Niels has completed his Graduate Diploma in Implantology.
Outside of work Dr Niels enjoys spending quality time with his son and catching up with his family.
Dr Alexander Huh
Dr Alexander Huh
Dr Alex completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at James Cook University in 2016. After graduation Dr Alex has worked in Rockhampton for 5 years where he has established himself as a trusted general dentist. Whilst Dr Alex loved Rockhampton, he and his partner decided it was time to come home.
Spending over 10 years of his life in Townsville, Dr Alex became a huge North Qld Cowboys supporter. In his spare time, he enjoys spending it with his partner and friends and indulging in some fine food and drinks while watching the footy.
Whilst Dr Alex practices all aspects of dentistry, his special interests in implantology which he commencing mid-2021.
Oral Health Therapist
Gabrielle Knight
Gabrielle Knight
Gabi graduated from The Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga with a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy in 2019. After making the big move to Townsville, Gabi joined our team as an Oral Health Therapist at Bupa Dental Townsville. Since starting with us Gabi has become very well known for her gentle and caring approach to all patients.
As an oral health therapist, Gabi aims to assist patients in achieving oral health through prevention of dental disease. Gabi performs thorough scale and cleans on all our patients and is able to treat mild to moderate gum disease. Gabi has also gained extensive experience in children’s dentistry through her dental therapy work. Gabi also visits local Daycare and Primary Schools to help young children understand the importance of healthy eating and oral health. As a therapist, Gabi is able to restore teeth, apply fissure sealants and remove baby teeth when necessary in children from zero to twenty-five years of age. Her aim is to give all patients as pleasant an experience as possible in the dental chair.
Outside of work Gabi enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and when possible, enjoys going back home in NSW to visit her family and beautiful Border Collie!
Services
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General & Preventive
- Oral hygiene
- Regular check ups
- Dental fillings
- TMJD
- Mouthguards
- Sedation
- Anxious patients
- Periodontics (gum disease)
- Oral Surgery
- Cosmetic Dentistry
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Straighter Teeth
- Braces
- Invisalign®
- SmileFast™ braces
- Emergency Services
No Gap Kids' Dental†
Take great care of your kids' pearly whites. There are no out-of-pocket expenses for dental check-ups, teeth cleaning, fillings, x‑rays and more.
Price Certainty
Bupa members enjoy certainty of out-of-pocket costs at all Members First practices^.
Payment Plans
Flexible payment plans are available at this practice. Get the treatment you need now and pay for it over time. Learn more about it here.
Languages spoken
Our dentists and therapists speak:
- English
Payment plans
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Directions
- Location
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Parking
Free undercover parking. Please press the Bupa Buzzer for entrance.
