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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 — approximately 11 minutes by car 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.
Taigum residents can reach our Sandgate practice easily via Norris Road and Telegraph Road, with free street parking available on Lagoon Street. By public transport, take the Redcliffe Peninsula Line from Carseldine Station and change at Northgate for the Shorncliffe Line to Sandgate Station — our practice is a short walk from there.
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 accept all major health funds with on-the-spot claiming, 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.
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
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 means fewer unexpected trips to the dentist.
Our Sandgate practice provides a full range of preventive and general dental services, including:
Get a Check & Clean
for $199
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.
Our Approach to Dental Care
We explain before we start.
You’ll always know what treatment is recommended, why it’s recommended, and what it will 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 make sure every patient — especially children and nervous patients — feels 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.
Simple, Flexible Payment Options
Ready to book? Call us on (07) 3269 6252 or book an appointment online. New patients can also check out our new patient offer.
Areas We Welcome Patients From
Sandgate • Shorncliffe • Deagon • Brighton • Taigum • Boondall • Bracken Ridge • Fitzgibbon • Woody Point • Clontarf • Margate
Looking for a local dentist near you? Call our team or check appointment availability online.
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.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the practice from Taigum?
Taigum is about an 11-minute 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 free street parking is available.
Can I reach Sandgate Family Dental by train from Taigum?
Yes. From Carseldine Station on the Redcliffe Peninsula line you change at Northgate for the Shorncliffe line to Sandgate Station, which is a short walk from the practice. Driving is also straightforward with free parking on Lagoon Street.
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, with after-hours guidance available if you need it.
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.