The Townsville Dental Centre is a family-focused cosmetic and general dental practice operating two locations in Idalia, Townsville, Queensland, Australia. With a team of six dentists and an extensive support crew, the practice treats patients across all age groups, from young children through to seniors, with a mission to partner with each patient for a lifetime of optimal oral health. Both locations accept emergency appointments seven days a week, making the centre one of the most accessible dental practices in the Townsville region.
Why Choose The Townsville Dental Centre
The Townsville Dental Centre stands out through its combination of extended trading hours, dual locations, multi-insurer preferred provider status, and a large multi-dentist team that brings diverse clinical backgrounds and specialization interests. The clinic is a preferred provider for Medibank Private, HCF Smiles for Life, and Teachers Union Health Fund (TUH), and also accepts Australian Unity, Defence Health, and HICAPS, ensuring the majority of insured Townsville patients can access maximized benefits. Afterpay is available for patients who prefer to spread treatment costs. The Fairfield Central Shopping Centre location offers the added convenience of on-site retail parking. The practice uses advanced digital radiography, modern equipment, and an electronic dental record system across both sites, reducing radiation exposure and improving diagnostic accuracy. Emergency appointments are available every day of the week, including Sundays by appointment.
Treatments and Specialties
The clinic covers a comprehensive range of dental disciplines. General dentistry services include check-ups, scale and cleans, fillings, periodontics, root canal treatment, wisdom tooth removal, bruxism treatment, and bad breath management. Cosmetic dentistry offerings span porcelain veneers, composite veneers, composite bonding, and professional Zoom teeth whitening. Dental implants restore missing teeth with a permanent solution, while dental crowns, bridges, and dentures address restorative needs across the spectrum. Children's dentistry and custom mouthguards are available for younger patients. The practice also offers neuromuscular dentistry and sedation dentistry (happy gas) for anxious patients, and teeth straightening with aligners including Invisalign.
Team and Credentials
The clinical team is led by Dr Himakshu Vyas, who holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences (1993) with a background in the molecular biology of oral cancers. Dr Lakshmi Kamasani (Gulbarga University, India) brings 12 years of independent private practice experience with a focus on complex restorative cases. Dr Sonia (Bachelor of Dental Surgery, 1992, India) has over 26 years of clinical experience including service in the Indian Army, with specialist interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, children's dentistry, sedation, and Invisalign. Dr Grishma Chaudhari (K M Shah Dental College, Gujarat, 2012) focuses on minimally invasive techniques, endodontics, and crown and bridge work. Dr Bindu (Gitam Dental College, India) specializes in restorative and preventive care and endodontics. Dr Monica (NTR University of Health Sciences, India, 2013) focuses on complex restorations, crowns, bridges, and extractions. The support team includes a practice administrator, five reception coordinators, and eleven dental assistants.
Facilities and Technology
Both Townsville locations are equipped with digital radiography for low-radiation imaging, modern dental chairs and equipment, and an electronic dental record system for efficient, accurate patient management. The practice offers Zoom professional whitening as its in-chair teeth whitening system and supports happy gas sedation for anxious patients and children.
International and Regional Patient Services
The Townsville Dental Centre serves the broader Townsville metropolitan region and surrounding suburbs from its two Idalia locations. The combination of seven-day availability, two site options, and a large multi-dentist team means patients from regional North Queensland can schedule visits with confidence around work and travel commitments. The practice welcomes new patients, with an online enquiry and appointment form available through the clinic website.
Location and Access
The Townsville Dental Centre operates from two addresses in Idalia, Townsville: Shop 3, 15-23 Kokoda Street, Idalia QLD 4811 (Tel: 07 4729 0241) and T29, Fairfield Central Shopping Centre, 2-30 Lakeside Drive, Idalia QLD 4811 (Tel: 07 4778 4996). Trading hours are Monday to Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 2pm, and Sunday by appointment. Email: [email protected].
