About Us
At National Dental Care Merrimac, we provide our local residents including the surrounding suburbs of Robina, Carrara, Boonooroo; with the highest possible standards in dental care and treatments. Our trained and experienced, dentists and hygienists are dedicated to making your visit with National Dental Care as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Our modern dental practice is centred around you and your treatment, with a focus on encouraging the prevention of dental diseases and tooth decay. From general check-ups and root canal treatment, to more complex procedures such as Invisalign and wisdom tooth removals; we will personalise your treatment to satisfy your desired outcomes.
We welcome all patients at National Dental Care Merrimac, and our supportive staff and dentists have years of experience caring for all types of patients and their dental needs. Our gentle caring dentists look forward to helping you preserve your dental health and smile with confidence.
You will also find free parking is available at the front of the building.
Meet the Team
Our friendly, caring and professional team are here to welcome you and make you feel comfortable, as our gentle and caring dentists look forward to helping you preserve your oral health and beautiful smiles. The aim of our practice is to provide the highest standards of dental care, function and aesthetics to ensure your optimum chances for retaining your teeth for the rest of your life.
Dr Alex Poli
Lead Dentist
Alisa Tulloch
Hygienist
Dr Anthony Tapsall
Dentist
Catherine Cowan
Hygienist
Dr Chandima Indiketiya
Dentist
Dr Duncan Drew
Dentist
Dr Alex Poli
Lead Dentist
Alisa Tulloch
Hygienist
Dr Anthony Tapsall
Dentist
Catherine Cowan
Hygienist
Dr Chandima Indiketiya
Dentist
Dr Duncan Drew
Dentist
Dr Alex Poli
Lead Dentist
Alisa Tulloch
Hygienist
Dr Anthony Tapsall
Dentist
Catherine Cowan
Hygienist
Dr Chandima Indiketiya
Dentist
Dr Duncan Drew
Dentist
Dr Alex Poli
Lead Dentist
Dr Alex Poli qualified from the University of Manchester in 2006 and was our Clinical Lead Dentist at DB Dental Melville before relocating to National Dental Care Merrimac. Dr Poli is particularly interested in cosmetic dentistry, implants, and short-term orthodontic aspects of dentistry, including Invisalign.
He enjoys utilising the latest technological advances to improve the accuracy of his work, including the latest digital planning, 3D printing, and in office milling techniques.
I have worked in the dental Arena since 1983 graduating as a Dental Therapist allowing me to treat school-age children within the education system throughout Brisbane, Toowoomba, and Gladstone.
In 2003 I furthered my education and graduated from the University of Queensland with a dual qualification in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy. I love treating all age groups in a team environment and to provide individualised oral hygiene care and treatment to all my patients.
Dr Anthony Tapsall
Dentist
Growing up in Brisbane it was natural for me to attend the University of Queensland. I graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science, in 1993, and received a scholarship with Queensland Health. This allowed me to see life in different areas of Northern Queensland.
After moving into a private practice in Cairns, I joined Carrara Dental practice in 1995, which is now known by National Dental Care, Merrimac.
I am currently an associate dentist with a main focus on providing excellent general dentistry.
Catherine Cowan
Hygienist
I graduated in 1989 in Adelaide with an Associate Diploma in Dental Hygiene. Over my career, I have practiced in South Australia, Victoria and Queensland, both in general and specialist practices. I am very passionate about my work and love what I do. I have a special interest in nervous patients ranging from the very young to the very old, and I work hard to make them feel at ease by presenting a relaxed and friendly approach to dentistry.
I also enjoy brightening smiles with stain removal and whitening treatments. I love introducing children to the world of dental hygiene, making it a fun experience and not the daunting experience many of us remember.
Dr Chandima Indiketiya
Dentist
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Dr Duncan Drew is a skilled dentist with 17 years of working experience. He qualified at the University of Pretoria in South Africa in 2005 and has gained invaluable working experience in several countries including Holland, South Africa and New Zealand. In New Zealand he worked at a cosmetic dental practice and before that, Dr Drew ran his own dental practice in Durban, South Africa for 10 years.
Dr Drew is an accomplished dentist with special interests in cosmetic dentistry and dental implants. He also enjoys utilising Invisalign clear braces to help straighten his patients teeth. He enjoys utilising the latest dental technology such as same day crowns and guided implant placement to improve the outcomes for his patients. He enjoys working with patients of all ages and is known for his gentle nature.
Having found the weather in New Zealand far too cold, he moved with his wife and two young children to the beautiful Gold Coast. He is a rugby fanatic but is also learning about NRL and AFL. He enjoys playing squash, training in the gym and the occasional game of golf. If you’re looking for him on a Saturday, he’s more than likely relaxing on one of the beautiful local beaches.