# Australind Dental Centre — Full Practice Information > Family dental clinic at 239 Old Coast Road, Australind WA 6233. Established May 2010. General, cosmetic and major dental care plus same-day emergency appointments. Serving Australind, Eaton, Treendale, Leschenault, Bunbury, Harvey, Collie and the South West WA. ## Contact Details - Phone: 08 9725 8812 (international: +61 8 9725 8812) - Email: admin@australinddental.com.au - Address: 239 Old Coast Road, Australind WA 6233, Australia - Website: https://australinddental.com.au - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/australinddentalcentre/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/australinddentalcentre/ - Coordinates: -33.282, 115.717 ## About the Practice Australind Dental Centre opened at 239 Old Coast Road in May 2010. It is a family-based dental practice committed to high-quality, personalised and accredited dental care for patients of all ages. The practice serves communities across Australind, Eaton, Treendale, Leschenault, Bunbury, Harvey, Brunswick, Collie, Binningup, Myalup and the broader South West of Western Australia. The practice features modern facilities, wheelchair access with disabled parking at the front door, large surgery rooms, disabled toilet facilities and on-site parking at both the front and back of the premises. ## Our Team ### Dr Ram Nair — Principal Dentist Qualifications: BDSc, PgDip (Digital Orthodontics UK), FAAIP, MAAIP, FICOI, MICOI A University of Western Australia graduate passionate about comprehensive, patient-centred dental care with a strong focus on dental implants, oral surgery and smile rehabilitation. Discovered his passion for dentistry while volunteering in rural India. Has travelled across North America, South America, Asia and Europe to undertake advanced training with leading clinicians in implant, surgical and restorative dentistry. Special interests include dental implants, oral surgery, full-mouth rehabilitation and cosmetic dentistry. Holds Masterships with both the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) and the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP). Known for a friendly, relaxed approach that helps anxious patients feel comfortable; his philosophy is to preserve natural teeth wherever possible and recommend only treatment genuinely in the patient's best interests. ### Dr Tim Crofts — Dentist Graduated in Dentistry from The University of Western Australia in 1991 after growing up in Perth and attending Trinity College. Began his career in Derby, providing dental care to local residents, Aboriginal communities, FIFO workers and schools throughout the Kimberley, before working in Perth's public dental system and in NHS and private practices in the United Kingdom. Returned to WA in 1997, working at Perth Dental Hospital and the Swan Districts Dental Clinic before joining a private practice in Collie in 1999 for 10 years. Moved to Australind Dental Centre in 2008, which relocated to its current modern premises in 2010, and provided general anaesthetic dental services at Collie District Hospital until 2018. An active leader in the profession through the South West Dental Convocation and the Australian Dental Association WA Branch, where he currently serves as President. Holds Fellowships from the International College of Dentists, the Academy of Dentistry International and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. ### Dr Jenny Hanna — Dentist Graduated with Honours from the University of Western Australia in 2013, completing clinical training placements in Bunbury during her final year before working in private practice in Bunbury for seven years. Joined Australind Dental Centre in 2021. Enjoys building long-term relationships with patients and all aspects of general dentistry, with particular interests in fabricating dentures, crown and bridge work, and extractions including wisdom teeth. ### Dr Natalia Koudrina — Dentist Completed her dental degree in New South Wales and is passionate about high-quality, patient-centred dental care. Prioritises a welcoming, comfortable environment where patients feel listened to and at ease, especially those who feel anxious about visiting the dentist. Enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and provides comprehensive, tailored treatment that supports long-term oral health for patients of all ages. ### Laura — Practice Manager Helps with appointments, accounts and patient welcome. ### Rachel — Dental Assistant Works chairside alongside the dentists, ensuring appointments run smoothly and patients are comfortable and well looked after. ### Sarah — Dental Assistant Oversees the day-to-day running of the practice, supporting both the team and patients. ## Services Offered ### General and Preventive Dental Care Comprehensive examinations, regular dental maintenance (scale and clean), tooth-coloured fillings and the regular care that keeps every smile thriving. Custom-fitted sports mouthguards and sleep apnoea appliances. Preventive care for patients of all ages including children. ### Cosmetic Dentistry Take-home teeth whitening with custom-fitted trays, veneers and smile makeovers. Dental work that improves the appearance of your smile. ### Clear Aligner Orthodontics Near-invisible, removable clear aligners that gradually straighten teeth. A discreet alternative to traditional braces, digitally planned, for teens and adults. ### Dental Implants Single and multiple tooth replacement using dental implants. A permanent alternative to dentures and bridges. Treatment is planned with on-site 3D CBCT (cone beam) imaging, and bone grafting is available where bone has been lost. ### All-on-X Implant Teeth Full-arch implant-supported teeth. A fixed, permanent solution for patients missing most or all of their teeth. ### Crowns and Full Mouth Rehabilitation Porcelain and ceramic dental crowns to restore damaged or weakened teeth. Full mouth rehabilitation for worn or broken teeth, rebuilding the whole bite with a staged combination of crowns, veneers and implants. ### Bridges Fixed dental bridges to replace one or more missing teeth. ### Dentures Full and partial dentures. Removable replacements for missing teeth. ### Root Canal Treatment Endodontic treatment to save an infected or badly damaged tooth. ### Oral Surgery Simple and surgical tooth extractions, bone grafting and other surgical dental procedures, performed in accredited surgery rooms. ### Wisdom Teeth Removal Assessment and removal of wisdom teeth, with on-site OPG and CBCT imaging. Symptoms that may indicate wisdom tooth problems include pain or swelling at the back of the jaw, difficulty opening your mouth or chewing, and recurring infections. ### Sedation Dentistry Treatment under sedation for anxious patients and longer procedures, with both oral sedation and IV (twilight) sedation options. ### Dental Imaging On-site digital X-rays, full-mouth OPG (panoramic) X-rays and 3D CBCT cone-beam imaging for implant planning, wisdom teeth assessment and complex cases. ### Emergency Dentistry Same-day emergency dental appointments. The practice tries to keep an hour a day available during the week for emergencies. Call 08 9725 8812 as early in the day as possible. For after-hours emergency dental issues, present to your nearest hospital emergency department. ## Payment and Health Funds - HICAPS is available to process health-fund claims on the spot at the time of your appointment, so you only pay the gap. - Payment plans are available through Fund My Dental, helping spread the cost of treatment over manageable monthly payments. - Fair Health Care pricing information is available on the website. ## Accessibility - Full wheelchair access throughout the practice - Disabled parking located at the front door - Large surgery rooms - Disabled toilet facilities ## Frequently Asked Questions Q: Do you take emergency dental appointments? A: Yes. We try to keep an hour a day available during the week for emergency dental appointments. Call 08 9725 8812 as early in the day as possible. Q: Where is Australind Dental Centre located? A: 239 Old Coast Road, Australind WA 6233. On-site parking at the front and back, including disabled parking by the front door. Q: What areas do you serve? A: Australind, Eaton, Treendale, Leschenault, Bunbury, Harvey, Brunswick, Collie, Binningup, Myalup and throughout the South West WA. Q: Do you process health-fund claims on the spot? A: Yes, we use HICAPS to process health-fund claims at the time of your appointment, so you only pay the gap. Q: Do you offer payment plans? A: Yes, through Fund My Dental, helping you spread the cost of treatment over manageable monthly payments. Q: Is the practice wheelchair accessible? A: Yes. Wheelchair access, large surgery rooms, disabled toilet facilities and disabled parking at the front door. Q: Do you treat children? A: Yes. Australind Dental Centre is a family-based practice and treats patients of every age. Q: What if I have a dental emergency outside business hours? A: For after-hours emergency dental issues, please present to your nearest hospital emergency department. ## Current Focus Australind Dental Centre is currently welcoming new patients primarily for dental implants, All-on-4 / All-on-X full-arch teeth and smile makeover treatment, led by Dr Ram Nair. General dentistry books are presently very full; general and emergency care continues for existing patients. ## Areas Served Australind Dental Centre serves patients from across the South West of Western Australia, including: - Australind (where the practice is located) - Eaton (neighbouring suburb) - Treendale (neighbouring suburb) - Leschenault (nearby coastal area) - Bunbury (regional city, approximately 10 minutes drive) - Harvey (approximately 20 minutes south) - Collie (approximately 50 minutes east, inland mining town) - Brunswick, Binningup, Myalup and surrounding South West communities - FIFO (fly-in fly-out) workers who need flexible dental appointments between rosters