The Fine Tooth

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Your Trusted Dentists in Croydon | The Fine Tooth

The Fine Tooth was founded by Dr. Vikash Makan and Dr. Ian Gould, two highly experienced dentists with over 50 years of combined expertise. Our practice is built on a commitment to delivering exceptional dental care through a patient-focused approach, combining advanced technology with personalised treatment plans. We specialise in general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry, ensuring comprehensive care for patients of all ages. As a preferred HCF provider, we prioritise affordability and accessibility, offering flexible payment options like Afterpay and interest-free plans.

Our team collaborates with visiting specialists, including orthodontists and oral surgeons, to address complex cases while maintaining a welcoming, homely atmosphere that prioritises patient comfort. With extended hours and Saturday availability, we cater to busy lifestyles, ensuring timely care for routine check-ups and urgent dental emergencies alike.

Services

Invisalign Teeth Whitening Emergency Dental General Dentistry Children's Dental Care Dental Implants Orthodontics Cosmetic Dentistry Root Canal Treatment Wisdom Teeth Removal

Highlights and features

We offer over 50 years of combined dental expertise from our principal dentists.
Our clinic is a preferred provider for HCF patients, reducing out-of-pocket costs.
We provide Afterpay and interest-free payment plans for affordable care.
Our homely atmosphere ensures patient comfort during every visit.
We collaborate with visiting specialists for advanced dental treatments.

Associations and certifications

HCF Preferred Provider

What people say

Homely atmosphere Experienced dentists Emergency relief Child-friendly HCF preferred provider

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Services

Invisalign

Straighten teeth discreetly with Invisalign's clear aligners. Our clinic offers customised treatment plans for adults and teens seeking a comfortable, aesthetic alternative to traditional braces. With regular check-ups and advanced digital planning, we ensure optimal alignment and bite correction while minimising disruption to daily life.

Teeth Whitening

Brighten your smile with Philips Zoom professional whitening. We provide in-clinic treatments and take-home kits tailored to individual sensitivity levels. Our dentists assess enamel health beforehand to ensure safe, lasting results that enhance your natural smile without compromising dental integrity.

Emergency Dental

Address dental trauma or severe pain with same-day emergency appointments. Our team treats cracked teeth, abscesses, and knocked-out teeth using state-of-the-art equipment. We prioritise pain relief and infection prevention while providing follow-up care plans to restore oral health effectively.

Children's Dental Care

Create positive dental habits with our child-friendly services. We offer check-ups, fissure sealants, and gentle fillings tailored to young patients. Our clinic features play areas and educational tools to reduce anxiety, while the CDBS program ensures eligible children receive covered preventive treatments.

Dental Implants

Replace missing teeth with durable dental implants. Our process includes 3D imaging for precise placement and guided surgery to ensure long-term stability. We provide full-mouth reconstructions and single-tooth replacements, restoring both function and aesthetics through biocompatible titanium solutions.

People

Dr Vikash Makan

Principal Dentist & Co-Director

With over 20 years of experience, Dr Makan specialises in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. He focuses on minimally invasive treatments and smile transformations, utilising advanced technology to deliver precise, long-lasting results for patients in Croydon.

Dr Ian Gould

Dentist

Practising dentistry for over 30 years, Dr Gould prioritises preventive care and patient education. His expertise in general dentistry ensures comprehensive check-ups and tailored treatment plans that maintain oral health for families across Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

Dr Tran Nguyen

Dentist

Dr Nguyen brings extensive experience in orthodontics and Invisalign treatments. He focuses on aligning teeth and correcting bites through modern techniques, helping patients achieve functional and aesthetic improvements with minimal discomfort.

Dr Amy Tran

Dentist

Dr Tran specialises in children's dentistry and therapeutic oral devices. She creates welcoming experiences for young patients while addressing sleep apnoea and teeth grinding through custom-fitted appliances for improved overall health.

Dr Shilani Piyasena

Principal Dentist & Co-Director

Dr Piyasena focuses on holistic dental care, integrating preventive strategies with restorative solutions. Her patient-centred approach ensures individualised attention, particularly for complex cases requiring multidisciplinary collaboration with visiting specialists.

Questions

What are your opening hours?

We're open Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm, Friday 8:00am-5:30pm, and Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm. Closed Sundays.

Do you handle dental emergencies?

Yes, we provide same-day emergency appointments for toothaches, cracked teeth, and other urgent issues.

What payment options do you offer?

We accept cash, EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard, HICAPS, Afterpay, and interest-free payment plans for major treatments.

Are you a preferred provider for health insurance?

Yes, we're a preferred HCF provider with on-the-spot claims processing via HICAPS for most major health funds.

Do you provide children's dental care?

Yes, we offer child-friendly check-ups, CDBS-covered treatments, fissure sealants, and preventive care for all ages.

What dental services do you offer?

We provide general check-ups, Invisalign, teeth whitening, implants, emergency care, and specialist referrals for complex cases.

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Samantha Kendrick

Jan 04, 2022 Report

I took my 5 year old to the Fine Tooth Company for his very first check up today and I couldn't have wished for a better experience. Tran and Mandi were brilliant at helping my son to feel comfortable, they explained everything and were gentle and patient. Highly recommend this dentist

Siena Cairns

Dec 28, 2021 Report

The staff are wonderful here. The nurses and receptionist are always welcoming and the dentists I've seen, Dr Emily and Dr Tran are super knowledgeable and talk through everything that needs to be done and why. 10/10!

Janet Tan

Dec 14, 2021 Report

I have just had two teeth out and it was fun! Emily Pow is great- explains what is happening so well- makes the experience a happy one-even tooth extraction! I highly recommend this clinic- and their friendly helpful assistant, whose name is also Emily. Having lived in Hong Kong for 20 years I am a fairly new patient here. But am very happy to be looked after by this practice.

Laura Parlby

Nov 23, 2021 Report

Friendly staff, punctual, clean and safe! My 3 and 6 year old children felt so comfortable getting their check ups

Karenlynne Ashby

Jul 04, 2021 Report

Emily was a lovely, easy to talk to dentist. I went in for a check and clean. She was gentle but thorough. She listened with genuine interest to my concerns and gave me plenty of advice and options for further treatment.

Laura Campion

Jun 27, 2021 Report

My daughters recently went to the Fine Tooth Company. For my youngest it was her first experience so I was nervous, the dentist (Ian) and dental nurse (Michelle) made us all feel at ease and it was a fantastic experience. Will definitely be recommending you guys to my friends and family

Daniel Beaumont

Aug 10, 2019 Report

I had not been to a dentist in many years & my mouth was very sore. After seeing Dr.Sivalingam, over a number of weeks, my teeth are fixed & pain free. Great work, friendly service, by her & the staff. I have now found my dentist, I will continue to go to.