1300SMILES Dentists Townsville City

1300SMILES Dentists Townsville City is a general and cosmetic dental clinic located on Flinders Street in the heart of the Townsville CBD, Queensland, Australia. Originally founded in 1992 by Dr Daryl Holmes, the 1300SMILES brand has grown into one of Australia's most recognized dental networks, now operating over 30 practices across Queensland and New South Wales as part of the Abano Healthcare Group, Australasia's largest dental support organisation. The Townsville City branch serves individuals and families throughout the Townsville region with a patient-first approach to comfort, communication, and clinical quality.

Why Choose 1300SMILES Dentists Townsville City

This clinic holds QIP accreditation (Quality Innovation Performance), which integrates National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards into daily operations, ensuring patients receive care that meets rigorous Australian healthcare benchmarks. The practice is centrally located in the Townsville CBD with easy access to public transport and paid street parking. Saturday appointments are available for added convenience, and after-hours emergency support is provided through an on-call dentist service. The clinic also accepts all major Australian health funds and is a preferred provider for Medibank, Bupa, HCF, NIB, CBHS Health, Westfund, and Defence Health, giving patients access to higher rebates.

Treatments and Specialties

1300SMILES Townsville City offers a comprehensive range of dental services covering general, preventive, cosmetic, and restorative care. Cosmetic dentistry services include professional teeth whitening, porcelain and composite veneers, dental crowns, and dental bridges. Invisalign clear aligners and traditional braces are available for both adult and early orthodontic treatment. Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions. The clinic also delivers children's dentistry with access to the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), offering up to $1,158 in free dental care for eligible children. Additional services include dentures, mouthguards, bruxism and TMJ treatment, and sleep apnoea management. Emergency dental care is available for patients experiencing tooth pain, fractures, or swelling.

Team and Credentials

The dental team is led by Dr Moataz Shafik (B.D.S, MFDS, RCSED), a general dentist with expertise in preventive and corrective treatments, endodontic procedures, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry including direct composite bonding, crown and bridge restoration, veneers, and teeth whitening. Dr Shafik is also a Digital Smile Design team member. The team includes Dr Marisel Bruqueta (BDS) and Dr Ra'Nna Mughal, both practising general dentistry.

Facilities and Technology

The clinic operates from well-appointed premises on Level 1, 361 Flinders Street in the Northtown Flinders Street Mall precinct. As a QIP-accredited facility, the practice follows strict sterilization protocols and quality standards. The team utilizes Digital Smile Design technology for treatment planning and cosmetic case visualization.

International Patient Services

The clinic's multilingual team speaks English, Persian, Arabic, and Spanish, making it accessible to patients from diverse language backgrounds. Flexible payment options include Afterpay, ZIP Pay, ZIP Money, and Humm, with financing available up to $12,000 through Humm. Online booking is available through the clinic's website for convenient appointment scheduling.

Location and Access

1300SMILES Dentists Townsville City is located at 361 Flinders Street, Townsville City QLD 4810, in the central business district near the Flinders Street Mall. The clinic is close to public transport routes and has paid street parking nearby. Opening hours run Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. For appointments, call 07 4771 2733 or book online.