1-3 Old Eimeo Road, Rural View, Mackay, QLD 4740
Smile With Confidence & Enjoy Your Favourite Meals with Dental Implants
With 10+ years of experience, our skilled implant dentists have restored countless smiles all around Mackay.
Welcome to
Northern Beaches Dental
Over a Decade
of Experience
With 10+ years of experience, Northern Beaches Dental has proudly become the trusted choice for dental implants in Mackay. Known for bringing back our patients’ beautiful smiles, we’ve helped countless lovely patients regain their confidence.
In-house Dental
Implant Centre
At Northern Beaches Dental, we provide everything you need for your dental implants, from simple procedures to full extensive restorative treatments, all under one roof. With no need for outside referrals, we make your journey to a bright, refreshed smile as easy and convenient as possible.
Sleep Dentistry
for Complete Comfort
We understand that dental implants can feel a bit overwhelming. At Northern Beaches Dental, your comfort is our number one priority. That’s why we offer a variety of sedation options so you can relax and feel at ease throughout your treatment.
Dental Implant Consultation Offer
1-on-1 Dental Implant Consultation with our implant expert, including an intra-oral scan and CBCT, to understand your goals and requirements for only $350 (valued at $500)
A personalised treatment plan
Interest-free payment plan options
Starting at only $31/week *
Free Hygiene Kit for new patients
BONUS after treatment:
Celebratory Gift with Water Flosser (mention the code: webcodesxf)
Discover the Benefits of Dental Implants
Boost Your Confidence: Feel more confident with a complete smile that enhances your speech and appearance.
Enjoy Your Favourite Foods Again: No more worrying about your implants or dentures slipping—enjoy all your favourite meals without a second thought.
Maintain Your Natural Shape: Dental implants help preserve the natural structure of your face, preventing the sagging that can happen when teeth are lost.
Simplify Oral Care: Implants fill those hard-to-reach gaps, making brushing and flossing easier and more effective.
Speak Clearly Again: If missing teeth have affected your speech, dental implants can help restore clarity so you can speak with confidence.
Look and Feel Natural: Dental implants blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, giving you a smile that feels like yours.
Ultimate Convenience: Unlike removable dentures, implants are permanent and cared for just like natural teeth, making life simpler.
Our Smile Care Outcomes
Diverse Dental Implant Options: Find Your Match
Dental implants consist of three simple parts: the titanium implant that acts as an artificial tooth root, the custom-made crown that looks just like a natural tooth, and the abutment that connects the two. Together, they create a solid foundation for your new tooth, securely integrated into the jawbone for a durable and natural-looking result.
Missing teeth can make life a bit challenging—no more skipping your favourite foods or adjusting meals to suit what your teeth can manage. With dental implants, you can enjoy the crunch of an apple or the rich flavour of a steak once again, improving your dining experience and overall well-being. Explore our implant options and take back the freedom to enjoy any meal you choose.
Full-Arch Dental Implants
Full-arch implants are a fantastic solution if you’re missing multiple teeth. With four or six carefully placed implants, we can support a fixed dental bridge that restores an entire row of teeth. This treatment offers stability, functionality, and a beautiful, natural-looking smile.
Implant-Retained Dentures
These implants provide a secure and reliable way to replace most or all of your teeth. A few carefully placed implants hold your dentures firmly in place, so you don’t have to worry about slippage or discomfort. This treatment helps improve your ability to chew and speak clearly and boosts your confidence every day.
Implant-Supported Bridge
An implant-supported bridge is a great way to replace multiple missing teeth. By placing dental implants to hold a custom-made bridge, we create a strong and long-lasting solution that restores your smile's look and function while improving bite alignment.
Single Tooth Implants
Single-tooth implants are a dependable way to replace a missing tooth. We place the implant securely in the jawbone, giving a solid foundation for a custom-made crown that looks and feels just like your natural tooth, restoring its function and stability.
Dental Implant Consultation
◉ 1-on-1 Dental Implant Consultation with our implant expert, including an intra-oral scan and CBCT, to understand your goals and requirements for only $350 (valued at $500)
◉ A personalised treatment plan
◉ Interest-free payment plan options
◉ Starting at only $31/week *
◉ Free Hygiene Kit for new patients
BONUS after treatment:
◉ Celebratory Gift with Water Flosser
(mention the code: webcodesxf)
Get a New Smile in 3 Easy Steps
Your Comprehensive Consultation
We start with a thorough consultation, during which we take the time to understand your needs and goals. We carefully assess your smile, bite, and bone structure using photos and X-rays. From there, we create a personalised treatment plan designed just for you.
The Treatment
Our dental clinic prioritises your comfort by offering a range of sedation and sleep dentistry options for your implant treatment. If you’re feeling anxious, we’ve got you covered—our treatments help you relax throughout the process so you can wake up to a refreshed, revitalised smile.
Your New Smile!
Once your implant has fully healed, you can eat all your favourite foods just like you used to. Dental implants are designed to look and function like natural teeth, giving you the confidence to smile, talk, and laugh freely. With the right care, your implants can last you a lifetime.
Introducing Your Dental Implant Experts
Dr Prathap Kripakaran
BDS, RACDS (GDP)
Dr Prathap Kripakaran has been practising dentistry in Australia since 2004. He completed his training at the University of Melbourne and passed the Australian Dental Council licentiate examinations. More recently, he earned the prestigious MRACDS qualification.
As the principal dentist, Dr PK is deeply committed to providing every patient with the highest possible level of dental care. While he offers a wide range of general dental services, he has a special interest in microscope-assisted root canal treatments, dental implants, and oral surgery, including wisdom teeth extractions.
He is passionate about staying ahead of the curve with the latest dental technologies and ensures his clinic is equipped with cutting-edge tools. He firmly believes in lifelong learning and regularly attends continuing education courses to keep up with the ever-evolving world of dentistry.
Dr PK is particularly skilled at helping nervous patients feel at ease. He finds great satisfaction in helping his patients achieve optimal dental health and enjoys the technical challenges dentistry brings.
When he's not practising dentistry, he enjoys discussing cricket, the economy, and international affairs. He's also a fan of IT and technology. Outside of work, Dr PK loves spending time with his wife and son, reading, or catching up on his favourite sports.
Dr Simi Jacob
B.D.S., Grad Cert Clin Dent (Melbourne Dental School), MRACDS
Dr Simi Jacob has been delivering exceptional dental care in the region since 2010, following her successful completion of the Australian Dental Council licentiate exams. She also holds a Graduate Certificate of Clinical Dentistry from the University of Melbourne and has recently earned her MRACDS.
With a background in a fast-paced hospital-based dental practice overseas, Dr Simi brings confidence and expertise to all aspects of general dentistry, thriving in the diversity of family dental care.
Passionate about creating positive dental experiences, she particularly enjoys treating children and providing cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign aligner therapy, to help patients achieve radiant, confident smiles.
Known for her gentle, approachable nature, she is beloved by her patients, especially those who feel anxious about dental visits. She takes pride in tailoring her care to ensure every patient feels comfortable and ready for treatment.
Outside the clinic, Dr Simi cherishes time with her husband and young son, enjoys good movies, music, and catching up with friends.
Dr Sue Dalton
BDS (London)
Dr Sue Dalton began her dental journey in London, where she qualified as a dentist in 1988. After 14 years of practice in the UK, she made the move to Australia, settling in Mackay with her family, who were drawn to the area by her mother’s residence in Airlie Beach.
She has a wealth of experience in various areas of dentistry, having worked in private practice, the Aboriginal and Islander Health Service, and even on the Royal Flying Doctor Mobile Dental Unit.
Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, children’s care, and general dentistry. She strongly focuses on preventive care to help patients maintain long-term oral health.
With a genuine passion for helping others, she values creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for her patients, ensuring that each individual receives the best care tailored to their needs.
When she’s not improving smiles, Dr Dalton enjoys spending time with her husband, mother, and two beloved dogs. She also deeply loves being involved in theatre, both onstage and backstage.
We Love and Accept All Major Health Funds
Treat now, Pay Later: Flexible Payment Plans
& Health Funds
At Northern Beaches Dental, we want you to feel completely at ease throughout your dental journey. After a comprehensive consultation, we'll provide a straightforward, fixed price—no hidden fees or surprises—so you can confidently move forward. To make your dream smile more accessible, we offer interest-free payment plans and can assist with eligible health funds, ensuring the process is as convenient as possible. Financial concerns shouldn't hold you back from achieving great oral health. Contact us today, and let's work together to bring your healthy smile to life.
Find us in Mackay
1-3 Old Eimeo Road, Rural View, Mackay, QLD 4740
Clinic Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (by appointment only) |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Dental Implant Consultation
◉ 1-on-1 Dental Implant Consultation with our implant expert, including an intra-oral scan and CBCT, to understand your goals and requirements for only $350 (valued at $500)
◉ A personalised treatment plan
◉ Interest-free payment plan options
◉ Starting at only $31/week *
◉ Free Hygiene Kit for new patients
BONUS after treatment:
◉ Celebratory Gift with Water Flosser
(mention the code: webcodesxf)
Terms and Conditions
There’s no pressure or obligation to proceed with treatment if it’s not right for you.
If you need to cancel your appointment, please call us ahead of time so we can offer that spot to someone else who needs it.
Prices can vary based on the complexity of your case.
We'll provide a tailored quote during your consultation and explore different payment options.
All payment plan options are subject to approval by the registered provider.
*with our payment plans
Dentist Registration Details
Dr Anand Prathap Kripakaran AHPRA Registration No DEN0000966647, type: General
Dr Simi Sara Jacob AHPRA Registration No DEN0000992352, type: General
Dr Susan Margaret Eileen Dalton AHPRA Registration No DEN0000950346, type: General
Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Patient Images are published with consent and are intended for educational purposes only. Results vary between individuals, and all dental procedures carry risks. Please seek professional advice from your dentist to determine whether a treatment is appropriate for your circumstances.