Bupa Dental - Adelaide 50 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 Get Directions +61 8 8210 7700 Open today from 8:30-17:30 Book this practice Find Other Practice About Us Services And Treatments Meet Our Staff
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At Members First Ultimate practices3, you could get 100% back on up to two 6-monthly dental check-up and cleans (select dental items only) per person,1 plus 100% back on General Dental fillings up to yearly limits.2 Find out more about Members First Ultimate.

Preferred health fund providers: Bupa Australia Pty Ltd

Bupa Dental - Adelaide Wheelchair access / Accessible entry Your oral health is important to your overall wellbeing and physical wellness, which is why we want to help people in Adelaide look after their smiles. We believe one of the best ways to do this is through great dental care, a comprehensive oral hygiene routine and by providing excellent customer experiences.

Whether or not you’re a Bupa member, we provide a convenient location, modern facilities and Saturday appointments. It’s all part of helping you get fantastic dental care and giving you another reason to smile!
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Opening Hours Monday 8:30 - 17:30 Tuesday 8:30 - 17:30 Wednesday 8:30 - 17:30 Thursday 8:30 - 17:30 Friday 8:30 - 17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Location and transport

You can find us in the Adelaide city centre near Rundle Mall. Our clinic is conveniently located on Grenfell Street, nearby many metro bus stops. Bupa Dental is also a short seven minute walk from the Adelaide Railway Station. Plan your trip at www.adelaidemetro.com.au

The nearest UPark paid parking is located on Wyatt Street, near the corner of Grenfell Street. Paid parking is also available: - Cnr Rundle Street and Pulteney Street - Charles Street, near the corner of North Terrace

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Meet our staff Dr Shelley Chee received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2007. Since graduating, she has gained experience in both private practice and the public hospital sectors. She had the opportunity to relocate to Singapore for 3 years and has also worked as a clinical tutor at the University of Adelaide Dental School. Shelley enjoys the broad spectrum of work that comes with being a general dentist. She gets a great deal of personal satisfaction in developing and strengthening relationships with her patients, particularly those who have been reluctant to see a dentist! Shelley is also skilled in doing botox at Bupa Dental Adelaide. When she is not working, Shelley enjoys travelling and watching musicals. Her desire to learn new skills means she is currently navigating the potholes of crochet and pottery. Dr Marcus Chua graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2015. He went on to work in various hospitals in Singapore before moving to private practice in 2019.

Marcus’s gentle and relaxed demeanour helps when he is treating kids and anxious patients. His favourite part of his job is creating positive experiences for patients who have been afraid to go to the dentist. He always tries to get to know his patients and help them feel comfortable during appointments.

When not seeing patients, Marcus has a beautiful young family that he loves spending time with. He also enjoys getting out and about, going for walks along the River Torrens or visiting the wide array of coffee shops in the area.
Dr Edward Bell enjoys practicing all areas of dentistry, providing patients with excellent care to suit their immediate needs and treatment plans to re-establish and maintain oral health, function and an overall beautiful smile.

He has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign orthodontic treatment and both the surgical placement and restoration of dental implants.

Originally from Shepparton in country Victoria, Edward moved to South Australia in 2008 to study the Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Adelaide. Edward has worked in practices in both Adelaide and Melbourne, as well as Vancouver Canada.

Edward has completed further study in Biohorizons Surgical implantation in Peru, and the Advanced Implant Dentistry course in South Africa.

In 2021 he was acknowledged as a Platinum Elite Invisalign provider. Outside of dentistry he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children. He is a keen golfer, an avid alpine skier and an unreliable hockey player for the Adeialde Hockey Club, he is also a long suffering Essendon supporter.
Dr. Maribel Vesga is an Associate Dentist with nine years of experience and a focus on aesthetics, orthodontics, and surgical procedures. She has worked as a dentist in the Colombian Army and volunteered in remote areas of Colombia. Dr. Vesga is passionate about helping people and finds joy in changing smiles to make patients happy.

Her favorite part of dentistry is cosmetic dentistry, where she can change smiles and help patients look more beautiful and healthier. Dr. Vesga enjoys discussing with patients what they want to achieve and working together to make it happen.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Vesga enjoys reading books, running marathons, and watching sunsets at the beach. She values the camaraderie with her colleagues at Bupa Adelaide and cherishes time with friends, exploring Adelaide's dining scene, and attending local events.

Known for being a good listener, caring, comforting, communicative, empathetic, gentle, genuine, good-humoured, informative, kind-hearted, passionate, relaxed, and understanding, Dr. Vesga strives to deliver empathetic and passionate care, ensuring her patients' happiness and health.
Dr Natalie Ki is passionate about building positive relationships with patients. Graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2015, Natalie has years of experience in the field and has a particular interest in endodontics and dental pain management.

Natalie enjoys being able to use her hands to help patients with their dental goals. She always strives to put her patients at ease and build good rapport with them.

Natalie is a gentle and caring dentist who takes the time to talk and listen to her patients. Outside of the clinic, Natalie enjoys bouldering, making pottery, spending time with her dog and going for walks to the cafes and shops that surround her neighbourhood.
Madeleine is a cheerful and good-natured oral health therapist who is always ready to build trusting relationships with her patients and help them manage their fears or anxieties. After graduating with a Bachelor of Oral Health in 2015, Madeleine also completed a Graduate Certificate in Oral Health Science in 2021 and is a member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia.

Madeleine enjoys performing preventative treatments and has a special interest in airway issues. She has always had a passion for helping people achieve happier, healthier smiles and is known to be a gentle and calming presence who loves a good laugh with her patients and colleagues.

Outside the clinic Madeleine can be found spending time with her family, walking her dog or doing Pilates. She especially enjoys visiting the beach and wine regions that surround her local area.
Vanessa (Wanshi) Zhang is a dental hygienist with a passion for oral hygiene and teeth whitening. She has been in the dental field since 2011, starting as a dental assistant and achieving an advanced diploma of oral health in 2018. Vanessa is a member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia.

Her inspiration for dentistry comes from her own experiences with dental decay in childhood, motivating her to help others maintain good oral health for a happier, healthier life. She finds joy in her job when she sees patients with a big smile after their treatment.

Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, reading, and doing sports with children. She is caring, detail-oriented, empathetic, supportive, and understanding. Vanessa believes that being a hygienist is not just about cleaning teeth but also about educating patients on oral health methods, listening to their stories, supporting them through difficult times, sharing their happy moments, and helping them achieve good general well-being.

She speaks Mandarin and Cantonese, which she believes can help calm Chinese-speaking patients. Her natural instincts of caring, understanding, and willingness to listen make her a great choice for patients seeking personalized and compassionate care.
Niloufar, better known as Nilly, has been working in the dental industry for 12 years after graduating with a Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Adelaide. She spent a year in London working at a mix of private practices and the National Health Service. Nilly continues to hone her skills by completing continuous professional career development courses. She always tries to practice professional chairside manners and communicate well with her patients.

Enjoyable visits to the dentist when she was young are what cemented Nilly’s aspirations to work in the dental industry. Now, she is particularly passionate about treating children and helping kids overcome their dental fears. She strives to improve her patients’ oral hygiene and overall health, hoping this contributes to them smiling more.

Outside of work, you can find Nilly spending time with her family and friends or even at the local cafe - her favourite place to visit in the area.
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1 You can receive 100% back on dental check-up and cleans (select dental items only) once every 6 months at Members First Ultimate Providers. Waiting periods, benefit claiming restrictions, policy and fund rules apply. Excludes orthodontics and in-hospital treatments. Available on all eligible extras products which includes General Dental (excluding FLEXtras and Your Choice Extras 60 where General Dental is not included). If you choose or require any additional dental services, any health insurance benefits will also be subject to your yearly limits. Not available in all areas.

2 Select direct restoration and general fillings only. Benefit claiming restrictions, waiting periods, yearly limits, fund and policy rules apply. Available on all Extras products with general dental at Members First Ultimate Providers. Not available in all areas.

3 Members First Ultimate Providers are not available in all areas.

* Available at Members First practices on Bupa Health Insurance family packages, and selected extras covers when taken with hospital cover on a family membership. Yearly limits, fund rules and waiting periods apply. Child dependants only. Excludes orthodontics and hospital treatments.

** Available at Bupa Dental Members First practices on Bupa Health Insurance Selected family Package Covers, and Selected Extras Covers when taken with hospital cover on a family membership. Yearly limits, waiting periods, fund and policy rules apply. Child dependants only. Excludes orthodontics and hospital treatments.

^ Subject to fund and policy rules, waiting periods and yearly maximums on most services. Patient is responsible for any outstanding amount yet to be paid to the practice at the time of appointment.

^^ For most items at our Members First providers. Excludes orthodontics and hospital treatments. Fund and policy rules, waiting periods and yearly limits apply.

^^^ Children must be aged between 2-17 years and meet the Dental Benefit Schedule requirements. Benefit available to eligible patients for treatments bulk billed by participating dental practitioners. Benefits not available for orthodontic or cosmetic dental work and will not be paid for dental services in a hospital.

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