Taigum Dentist
Your family dentist near Taigum – a short drive away.
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Your Local Dentist near Taigum
Comprehensive dental care for adults and children near Taigum
Sandgate Family Dental is located at 12 Lagoon Street, Sandgate — a short drive from Taigum. We provide dental care for the whole family, from routine check-ups and cleans through to children's dentistry, restorative work, and emergency dental appointments. Get to know Sandgate Family Dental before your first visit.
Getting here from Taigum
- By car
- Taigum residents can reach our Sandgate practice easily via Norris Road and Telegraph Road, with ample street parking available.
- By train
- By train, join the Shorncliffe line at North Boondall Station, two stops from Sandgate, or take the Redcliffe Peninsula line from Carseldine and change at Northgate. Our practice is a short walk from Sandgate Station.
New to the area? See our North Brisbane local area guide for parking, public transport and getting around to the practice from each bayside suburb.
Dental services we offer to Taigum patients
For Taigum patients, the following dental services are available at our practice in Sandgate, a short drive away. The main service areas are:
- General and family dentistry — check-ups and cleans, fillings, wisdom teeth, gum care.
- Cosmetic dentistry — teeth whitening, veneers, clear aligners, smile makeover.
- Restorative dentistry — dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canal.
- Emergency dental care — urgent appointments at the earliest suitable time.
- Children's dentistry — including bulk-billed care under CDBS for eligible children.
General and Preventive Dentistry for All Ages
Preventive dental care is the foundation of long-term oral health.
Regular check-ups allow our team to identify potential problems early — before they become painful or expensive to treat. For Taigum residents, scheduling a dental visit every six months helps keep teeth and gums healthy and can mean fewer unexpected trips to the dentist.
General Dentistry
From check-ups and cleans to fillings, extractions, and emergency dental care, our general dentistry services help you maintain good oral health year-round.
Learn MoreCosmetic Dentistry
Interested in improving the appearance of your smile? We offer teeth whitening, dental veneers, and dental bonding at our Sandgate practice.
Learn MoreRestorative Dentistry
Our restorative services — including crowns, bridges, dentures, and root canal treatment — are designed to repair and restore damaged or missing teeth.
Learn MorePreventive Dentistry
Scale-and-cleans, nightguards, sealants and sports mouthguards — focused on keeping problems away before they start.
Learn MoreChildren's Dentistry
Gentle, unhurried care for kids, plus bulk-billed visits under CDBS for eligible children.
Learn MoreEmergency Dental
Urgent appointments where possible — for knocked-out teeth, broken fillings and severe toothache.
Learn MoreOur Sandgate practice provides a wide range of preventive and general dental services, including:
Our Approach to Dental Care
We explain before we start.
You’ll always know what treatment is recommended, why it’s recommended, and the expected cost before we begin any work.
We treat the whole family.
From toddlers through to grandparents, our team is experienced in caring for patients of all ages. We take the time to help every patient — especially children and nervous patients — feel comfortable.
We focus on prevention.
Regular preventive care helps you avoid more complex and costly treatments down the track. We’ll work with you to build a dental care plan that suits your needs.
Get a Check & Clean for $199
Comprehensive examination (011), scale and clean (114), fluoride (121) and x-rays (022 x 2).
- New patients with private dental health cover can use their eligible cover towards the offer.
- Offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Conditions apply: available to new patients only. The offer expires on 31 December 2026.
Simple, Flexible Payment Options
We accept most health funds with dental extras, offer HICAPS on-the-spot claiming, and can discuss payment options for more involved treatments. View Payment Options
Whether you're due for your six-monthly check-up, need a filling or have a dental concern that needs attention, our experienced team will explain your options clearly and let you know the expected costs before we begin. We offer on-the-spot claiming for most health funds with dental extras, and we're a preferred provider for nib, HCF, HIF, and CBHS. Children eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule may receive bulk-billed dental care through Medicare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the practice from Taigum?
Taigum is a short drive from Sandgate. The most direct route is via Norris Road and Telegraph Road into the Sandgate town centre, finishing at 12 Lagoon Street, where there is ample street parking available.
Can I reach Sandgate Family Dental by train from Taigum?
Yes. Sandgate Station, on the Shorncliffe line, is a short walk from the practice. From Taigum you can join the Shorncliffe line at North Boondall Station, two stops from Sandgate, or take the Redcliffe Peninsula line from Carseldine and change at Northgate. If you drive, there is ample street parking available.
What does the $199 new-patient check and clean cover?
For new patients, $199 covers a comprehensive examination (item 011), a scale and clean (114), fluoride (121) and two x-rays (022 x 2). New patients with private dental cover can use their eligible cover towards the offer, which is not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Do you offer emergency dental appointments?
Yes. We keep urgent appointments available where possible for problems such as a knocked-out tooth, a broken filling or severe toothache. Phone us and we will arrange the earliest suitable time. Outside opening hours, for urgent care go to your nearest hospital emergency department.
Do you treat children, and what is CDBS?
We welcome children of all ages and provide gentle, unhurried care. Eligible children can be bulk-billed for covered services under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), which covers up to $1,158 over two years within Medicare entitlements. Eligibility is checked when you book.
Offer valid until 31 December 2026. Conditions apply: available to new patients only.
Across the North Brisbane bayside
Sandgate Family Dental serves patients from across the wider region.
For an overview of our full service area and neighbouring suburbs, see our North Brisbane dentist page. Patients also travel to us from Boondall, Fitzgibbon and Bracken Ridge.
Areas We Welcome Patients From
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