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Madison Boag
March 2026 · ★ 5
Had an absolute wonderful experience with Dr. Callum, great guy! Love his work 10/10
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Bupa Dental Kawana
1/10 Nicklin Way, Sunshine Coast, Australia
4.6/5
· 50 reviews
Why Choose Bupa Dental Kawana in Sunshine Coast?
Bupa Dental Kawana is a comprehensive family dental clinic in Minyama offering general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Experienced team with specialist services in endodontics and periodontics.
Overview / About Bupa Dental Kawana
Bupa Dental Kawana is a comprehensive dental practice located at 10 Nicklin Way in Minyama on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland. As part of the Bupa Dental network, Bupa Dental Kawana combines the trusted Bupa brand with experienced local dentists dedicated to providing high-quality dental care. The Minyama clinic serves families and individuals throughout the Sunshine Coast region, offering a full spectrum of dental services from preventative care to advanced restorative and cosmetic treatments. Bupa Dental Kawana is known for its professional, accessible approach and commitment to keeping patients healthy and smiling.
Services & Treatments
Bupa Dental Kawana provides comprehensive dental services designed to address all aspects of oral health and aesthetics. The Minyama clinic offers:
- General dental check-ups and preventative care
- Professional dental cleanings and gum disease management
- Emergency dental care for urgent issues
- Cosmetic dentistry including teeth whitening and veneers
- White composite and durable fillings
- Dental crowns, bridges, and complete denture services
- Dental implants for permanent tooth replacement
- Restorative dentistry and endodontic services (root canal therapy)
- Specialist periodontic treatment for advanced gum disease
- Oral surgery including wisdom teeth removal
- Custom-fitted mouth guards and protective equipment
- Bone grafting for implant preparation
- Orthodontic treatments
The Minyama team emphasizes preventative care while offering advanced specialist services for complex dental needs.
Technology & Facilities
Bupa Dental Kawana is located in Minyama at 10 Nicklin Way, QLD 4575, providing a modern clinical facility equipped with the latest dental technology. The Minyama practice offers ample free parking with no time restrictions in the clinic carpark, accessible directly via Nicklin Road. Public transportation is readily available, with a bus stop located directly in front of the clinic. Bupa Dental Kawana in Minyama features full wheelchair accessibility and is designed to accommodate patients with varying mobility needs. The clinic operates extended hours—Monday to Thursday 8am-5pm (Tuesday extending to 6pm) and Friday 8am-4pm—ensuring convenient access for busy patients throughout the Sunshine Coast region.
The Team
The dental team at Bupa Dental Kawana comprises highly qualified and experienced professionals. Dr. Calvin Kundi, a graduate with multiple distinctions from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, brings extensive dental experience from his time practicing in London and now resides on the Sunshine Coast. Dr. Josna Jose is an associate dentist with special interests in endodontics and restorative dentistry, holding five years of experience and a fellowship in restorative dentistry. Dr. Karen Gibson earned her Bachelor of Dentistry from Dundee, Scotland, in 1999 and has developed expertise in all aspects of general dentistry, with particular interests in preventative care and cosmetic treatments. The Minyama team is supported by experienced oral health therapists and professional clinical staff, with several team members bringing 20+ years of dental experience. Languages spoken at the Minyama clinic include English and Turkish, serving the diverse Sunshine Coast community.
Patient Experience & Comfort
At Bupa Dental Kawana, patient experience and accessibility are paramount. The Minyama clinic's convenient location with free parking, nearby public transport, and wheelchair access ensures that all patients can easily reach quality dental care. The practice operates extended hours, with Tuesday appointments available until 6pm, accommodating busy schedules. Bupa Dental Kawana in Minyama is preferred provider for major health funds including Bupa Australia, HCF, and Westfund, making care more affordable. The professional, experienced team ensures every patient receives personalized, quality care in a welcoming environment. Whether you need emergency care or routine preventative treatment, the Minyama clinic is designed with patient convenience and comfort in mind.
Location & Accessibility
Bupa Dental Kawana is conveniently located in Minyama at 10 Nicklin Way, QLD 4575, making it highly accessible to residents throughout the Sunshine Coast. The Minyama practice offers exceptional accessibility features including ample free parking with no time limits, direct bus access with a stop in front of the clinic, and full wheelchair accessibility. The central Minyama location makes Bupa Dental Kawana an excellent choice for families and individuals seeking quality dental care in an easily accessible location.
Why Choose Bupa Dental Kawana
Bupa Dental Kawana stands out as a premier dental provider on the Sunshine Coast due to its combination of the trusted Bupa brand, highly experienced team, and comprehensive service offerings. The Minyama clinic provides specialist services in endodontics and periodontics alongside general family dentistry, ensuring patients can receive complex care locally. Dr. Calvin Kundi's extensive international training and Dr. Karen Gibson's expertise in preventative and cosmetic care create a well-rounded team committed to oral health. Bupa Dental Kawana in Minyama is a preferred provider for major Australian health funds, making quality dental care more accessible and affordable. With convenient free parking, excellent public transportation access, wheelchair accessibility, and extended hours including Tuesday evenings, Bupa Dental Kawana is designed for maximum patient convenience. Whether seeking preventative care, emergency treatment, or advanced restorative and cosmetic services, Bupa Dental Kawana in Minyama provides professional, specialist-quality dental care on the Sunshine Coast.
Patient Reviews from Sunshine Coast
4.6
★ 50 reviews
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Dylan
March 2026 · ★ 1
The stupidity of booking systems these days. Booked on 30th November and was told the first available appointment was January 25th, a near two-month wait. That's cool I can wait, locked it in on the phone with the receptionist. I took time out of my working day to get to the appointment today only to be told that my appointment was cancelled. Apparently this is because I didn't reply "YES" to their booking confirmation SMS which was sent to an incorrect phone number 3 days ago, meaning, their staff put the wrong phone number in. They suspected the number was incorrect because they got a voicemail message for a "Grace" (not me), so they sent me an email yesterday which I didn't see until I was standing at their counter and they told me about it. So they've already admitted they suspected they had the incorrect contact details, and yet because they didn't get a response they just cancelled the appointment and put someone else in rather than waiting to see if I'd arrive to the appointment like I'd agreed to when I made the phone call. The stupidity of businesses these days: despite people going out of their way to make a phone call, book in, provide all their details, the business still doesn't trust that you will rock up, and instead assumes you've cancelled if they can't get in touch with you. Yes, I'm sure on occasion some people simply don't rock up, but why should you assume every one of your customers is the same, especially when you have clear reason to believe you'd put the wrong phone number in from the start? Thanks for wasting my time.
Clinic response ():
Response from the owner 3 years agoGood afternoon, Dylan. Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience with our Kawana practice. It's disappointing to hear about what's happened here, and I can only imagine how frustrating it would've been to find out your appointment had been cancelled due to something like this. Please rest assured that your feedback has been shared with our Bupa Dental Practice Standards team, who'll be able to follow up with the practice. If there's anything else you'd like to share, or any other details we should know about, you're welcome to flick me a private message on Facebook here: http://ms.spr.ly/BupaAustraliaPM. Please also include your full name and contact number in your private message, and I'll be sure to forward this onto the practice as well for further consideration. If you don't use Facebook, you're welcome to reach out to us with these details by sending a direct message to the official @BupaAustralia account on either Twitter or Instagram. Healthy regards, Sam
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Ron Hewitt
March 2026 · ★ 5
Dr Callum Ellis is exceedingly good and is always talking to you about what he is doing and what he finds during his dental checks. I would thoroughly recommend Dr Ellis at this practice.
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caloundra law
March 2026 · ★ 5
Dr. Chris Galvin is a thorough professional who really cares for his patients. I would definitely recommend him and the whole Bupa Kawana team.
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Sharne McM
March 2026 · ★ 5
Dr Lorena Diaz is a wonderfully warm and welcoming dentist who went above and beyond to help me achieve my desired outcome with dental bonding. I could not be happier with how my teeth turned out. The ladies at the front desk are always lovely. Overall, Bupa Dental Kawana continuously exceeds exceptions and I would recommended it to everyone. Thank you Dr Lorena Diaz!
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Hazel Jeary
March 2026 · ★ 5
Thank you very much, everyone, for making our visits to this centre relaxed and happy. The girls at the front desk were welcoming and friendly and helped to make claiming and paying easy and simple. Mark sorted out both our sets of dentures, quickly and efficiently, where previous dentists had failed! Roger, the dentist, was kind and thorough, and took the time to explain results both to my mother and to myself. Overall, we decided that the longer journey was well worth it, for the kindness, friendliness and thoroughness that was shown to us, and highly recommend the overall experience.
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Catherine Kunde
March 2026 · ★ 5
We just had a good experience at Bupa Dental Kawana. Always nervous especially after having not visited a dentist for almost 2 years. Pleasantly surprised. Very caring & gentle. Thank you.
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John Ryall
March 2026 · ★ 5
Steve Cook is an excellent dentist and his staff and front office are great.
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Susie
March 2026 · ★ 5
I have seen many dentist all over the country and I cannot express just how impressed I am with the high level of professionalism and service at Bupa Dental. The ladies at the front desk are always very happy and helpful but the main reason for this review is Dr Chris Galvin, he is just brilliant Dentist. Dr Chris is very down the earth, he explains the process in as much detail as you need, is very gentle (I hate needles, and to date I haven’t felt a thing) and he seems to take 1/2 the time of other dentists, yet he doesn’t rush and his work is on point. If you are not a fan of going to the Dentist, like I used to be, do yourself a favour and book into see Dr Chris Galvin at Bupa Dental Kawana.
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Karen Churcher
March 2026 · ★ 1
I needed a denture adjustment and Bupa have a denture clinic. I got there for my appointment and the receptionist wanted to take my temperature so I held out my wrist. She insisted it was their policy to only take the temp on the forehead but it is my personal policy to not allow any unknown equipment to be pointed at my pineal gland and my policy is more important to me than theirs especially when there are many other dentists (and Doctors) that are more than happy to use the wrist. They wouldn't accept my wrist so the appointment was cancelled and I left. I am also a dental patient there so they have lost my business as I won't be back. Luckily I got an appointment at another denture clinic that afternoon and had no issues.
Clinic response ():
Response from the owner 5 years agoGood morning, Karen. Thanks for taking to the time to let us know about your experience, though it’s disappointing to read it didn’t meet your expectations. If this wasn’t done during your visit, I’d recommend speaking with our practice manager at Bupa Dental Kawana, however I’ve also made sure to pass your feedback on to the team for you. Warm regards, Viv
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