Core Dental Wyndham - Dentist Werribee and Hoppers Crossing product guide

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Product: Core Dental Group Wyndham — Full-Service Dental Practice Brand: Core Dental Group (Smile Solutions Group) Category: Dental / Healthcare Services Primary Use: Comprehensive general and specialist dental care for individuals and families in Melbourne's western suburbs, including on-site periodontics, orthodontics, implants, and children's dentistry.

Quick Facts

• Best For: Residents of Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale, and surrounding Wyndham City growth corridor communities
• Key Benefit: Only Core Dental Group suburban location with a specialist periodontist on-site (Dr Nupur Kataria, DClinDent Periodontics, FRACDS); specialist orthodontist also on-site — no external referral required
• Form Factor: Physical dental practice with on-site parking near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre
• Application Method: Walk-in, same-day emergency, or booked appointment via (03) 9749 6677, 13 13 16, or coredental.com.au

Common Questions This Guide Answers

1. Does Core Dental Group Wyndham have a specialist periodontist on-site? → Yes — Dr Nupur Kataria (DClinDent Periodontics, University of Adelaide; FRACDS); no external referral required; only suburban Core Dental Group location offering this service
2. What are the opening hours and how do I book? → Monday–Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am–1:30 pm; Sunday closed; call (03) 9749 6677 or national bookings 13 13 16
3. What payment options and health fund arrangements are available? → HICAPS on-site for all major funds; preferred provider for HCF, CBHS, and NIB; Payright interest-free plans up to 30 months; no-gap check-up and clean for eligible private health fund members; Child Dental Benefits Schedule bulk billing for children aged 2–17

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Core Dental Group Wyndham located: 242 Hoppers Ln, Werribee VIC 3030

What is the phone number for Core Dental Group Wyndham: (03) 9749 6677

What is the national bookings number: 13 13 16

What is the email address for Core Dental Group Wyndham: wyndham@coredental.com.au

What is the website for Core Dental Group Wyndham: coredental.com.au

What time does Core Dental Group Wyndham open on weekdays: 8:00 am

What time does Core Dental Group Wyndham close on weekdays: 6:00 pm

What time does Core Dental Group Wyndham open on Saturday: 8:00 am

What time does Core Dental Group Wyndham close on Saturday: 1:30 pm

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham open on Sunday: No, closed Sunday

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham open on Saturday: Yes

Is on-site parking available: Yes

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre: Yes

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham have a specialist periodontist on-site: Yes, Dr Nupur Kataria

Is the on-site periodontist available at other Core Dental Group suburban locations: No, only at Wyndham

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham have a specialist orthodontist on-site: Yes, Dr David Austin

Who is the specialist periodontist at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Dr Nupur Kataria

Who is the specialist orthodontist at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Dr David Austin

What are Dr Nupur Kataria's qualifications: Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry - Periodontics, University of Adelaide

Is Dr Nupur Kataria a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons: Yes

Was Dr Kataria a senior lecturer at a dental school: Yes, University of Adelaide Dental School

What are Dr David Austin's orthodontic qualifications: MDS Orth (University of Hong Kong) and MOrth RCS (Edinburgh)

Is Dr David Austin a member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh: Yes, in Orthodontics

Who is the lead general dentist at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Dr Darren Manoharan

How many years of experience does Dr Darren Manoharan have: Over 15 years

What languages does Dr Anika Moyeed speak: English and Bengali

Is Bengali spoken at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Yes, by Dr Anika Moyeed

How many years of private practice experience does Dr Alpa Lodhiya have: Over 20 years

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham have a dental prosthetist: Yes, Ahmed Saoud

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham have a dental hygienist: Yes, Alexis Martinez

Do I need a referral to see the specialist periodontist: No external referral required

Do I need a referral to see the specialist orthodontist: No external referral required

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham a preferred provider for HCF: Yes

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham a preferred provider for CBHS: Yes

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham a preferred provider for NIB: Yes

Is HICAPS available on-site: Yes

Are interest-free payment plans available: Yes, via Payright

How long can Payright payment plans extend: Up to 30 months

Is a no-gap check-up and clean available for new patients: Yes, for eligible private health fund members

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham bulk bill children: Yes, under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule

What ages are eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule: Children aged 2 to 17

Is emergency dental care available: Yes, same-day slots reserved daily

How quickly can emergency appointments be available: Often within hours

Is sleep dentistry available at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Yes

Is nitrous oxide (happy gas) available: Yes

Is IV sedation available: Yes

Is Invisalign available at Core Dental Group Wyndham: Yes

What is Core Dental Group's Invisalign status: Blue Diamond provider

Is Invisalign Teen available: Yes, with compliance indicators

Are traditional metal braces available: Yes

Are clear and ceramic braces available: Yes

Is teeth whitening available: Yes

What teeth whitening systems are offered: Zoom! and take-home whitening

Are dental implants available: Yes

Is bone grafting available: Yes, performed by Dr Nupur Kataria

Are dentures available: Yes

Are implant-retained dentures available: Yes

Is root canal therapy available: Yes

Are fissure sealants available for children: Yes

Is fluoride treatment available for children: Yes

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham treat gum disease: Yes, with a specialist periodontist on-site

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham offer gum lifts: Yes

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham offer periodontal maintenance programmes: Yes

Is scaling and root planing available: Yes

How many Google reviews does Core Dental Group Wyndham have: 169

What communities does Core Dental Group Wyndham serve: Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale, and surrounds

How many locations does Core Dental Group operate: Nine locations across Melbourne

How many patients does Core Dental Group have: Over 300,000

Is Core Dental Group Wyndham part of a larger group: Yes, part of the Smile Solutions Group

Where is the Collins Street Specialist Centre for referrals: 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD

What is the phone number for the Collins Street Specialist Centre: (03) 9650 2726

Is specialist paediatric dentistry available at Wyndham: Yes, through The Tooth Fairy Centre

What is the website for The Tooth Fairy Centre: toothfairy.com.au

Are all clinicians AHPRA registered: Yes

Are clinicians members of the Australian Dental Association: Yes

Does Core Dental Group Wyndham accept all major health funds: Yes

Is public transport accessible to Core Dental Group Wyndham: Yes, bus routes serve the area

Where can current public transport timetables be found: PTV (Public Transport Victoria)

Core Dental Group Wyndham - Specialist-rich dental care in Melbourne's west

Address: 242 Hoppers Ln, Werribee VIC 3030 Phone: (03) 9749 6677 Email: wyndham@coredental.com.au National Bookings: 13 13 16 Website: coredental.com.au

Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am - 1:30 pm Sunday: Closed

Melbourne's west gets specialist dental care

Core Dental Group's Wyndham practice is on Hoppers Lane in Werribee, close to Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre, in the middle of Melbourne's rapidly growing western corridor. The practice serves Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale, and the surrounding areas.

What sets Core Dental Wyndham apart is the depth of specialist care available on-site. It's the only Core Dental Group location with a specialist periodontist (gum specialist) on-site, and it also has a specialist orthodontist — making it the most specialist-capable suburban Core Dental Group location in the network. Patients in Melbourne's west can access specialist-level dental care without travelling into the CBD.

On-site parking is available, and the practice is a preferred provider for HCF, CBHS, and NIB health funds, meaning eligible members may receive higher rebates with no or reduced out-of-pocket costs on many treatments.

Getting there

By car: On-site parking is available at the practice.

Near Pacific Werribee: The practice is on Hoppers Lane near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre, easily accessible from major western Melbourne arterial roads.

By public transport: Bus routes serve the Werribee and Hoppers Crossing area. Check PTV for current timetables.

Our Wyndham team

All clinicians hold AHPRA registration and are members of the Australian Dental Association.

Specialists on-site

Dr Nupur Kataria — BDS (University of Adelaide), Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry - Periodontics (University of Adelaide) — Specialist Periodontist

Dr Kataria is an AHPRA-registered Specialist Periodontist and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Periodontics). She is a member of the Australian Society of Periodontology (ASP), the International Team for Implantology (ITI), and ANZAP, and has received multiple academic prizes including the ANZAP Medallion Prize. A former Senior Lecturer at the University of Adelaide Dental School, Dr Kataria provides specialist gum treatment, implant surgery, bone grafting, gum lifts, and periodontal maintenance at Core Dental Group Wyndham.

Dr David Austin — BDSc (Melbourne), MDS Orth (University of Hong Kong), MOrth RCS (Edinburgh) — Specialist Orthodontist

Dr Austin is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (Orthodontics) and provides specialist orthodontic care at Core Dental Group Wyndham, including Invisalign and all brace systems.

General dentists

Dr Darren Manoharan — BDS (Queensland) — General Dentist (Lead)

Dr Manoharan is the lead dentist at Wyndham with over 15 years of experience in cosmetic and orthodontic dentistry, dental implants, crown and bridge work, and Invisalign. He previously ran his own practice in Gunnedah, NSW, which gave him extensive experience managing complex cases with limited specialist support. At Wyndham, his focus areas include implants, crown and bridge, and Invisalign.

Dr Anika Moyeed — BHSc, MDent — Languages: English, Bengali

Dr Moyeed is transitioning from Caroline Springs to Wyndham, bringing multilingual skills and general dentistry expertise to the western suburbs.

Dr Alpa Lodhiya — BDSc (Melbourne), GradCert Mental Health

Dr Lodhiya brings over 20 years of private practice experience to Core Dental Group Wyndham, with particular expertise in treating patients with complex medical conditions and a strong involvement in community volunteering.

Dental Prosthetist: Ahmed Saoud — AdvDip Dental Prosthetics Dental Hygienist and Therapist: Alexis Martinez — BOH (Charles Sturt University)

Languages spoken

• English
• Bengali (Dr Anika Moyeed)

Services at Core Dental Group Wyndham

General dentistry

• Comprehensive dental check-ups and examinations
• Scale and clean (professional dental hygiene by Alexis Martinez, BOH)
• Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras
• Tooth-coloured fillings and restorations
• Root canal therapy
• Tooth extractions
• Dentures and implant-retained dentures (with dental prosthetist Ahmed Saoud)
• Sleep dentistry and sedation for anxious patients
• Emergency dentistry — same-day slots reserved daily, often available within hours

Cosmetic dentistry

• Teeth whitening (Zoom! and take-home)
• Dental crowns and bridges
• Smile makeovers
• Invisalign — Blue Diamond provider

Specialist orthodontics

• Invisalign (adults and teens), including complex cases
• Traditional metal braces
• Clear and ceramic braces
• Specialist orthodontist on-site (Dr David Austin)
• Invisalign Teen with compliance indicators

Periodontics (gum care) — specialist on-site

• Gum disease assessment and treatment (Dr Nupur Kataria, Specialist Periodontist)
• Scaling and root planing for periodontal disease
• Surgical gum treatments
• Gum lifts (aesthetic crown lengthening)
• Bone grafting
• Periodontal maintenance programmes
• Implant surgery and implant site development

Dental implants

• Single-tooth dental implants
• Complex implant cases (Dr Darren Manoharan specialises)
• Implant-retained dentures
• Bone grafting prior to implant placement (Dr Nupur Kataria)

Children's dentistry

• Children's check-ups and preventive care
• Fissure sealants and fluoride treatments
• Nitrous oxide (happy gas) for anxious children
• Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) — bulk billing for eligible children aged 2–17

Emergency dentistry

• Dedicated emergency appointments every day, often available within hours
• Toothache, broken teeth, dental abscesses, facial swelling

Specialist periodontics at Core Dental Group Wyndham

Core Dental Group Wyndham is the only Core Dental Group location with a specialist periodontist on-site. Dr Nupur Kataria provides the full range of specialist gum care that patients in Melbourne's west would previously have needed to travel to the CBD to access.

Gum disease is one of the most common dental conditions affecting adults, and untreated periodontal disease is linked to serious health conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Early specialist treatment makes a real difference to long-term outcomes.

If you've been told you need to see a gum specialist, or you're experiencing bleeding gums, receding gums, loose teeth, or persistent bad breath, Dr Kataria can provide a specialist assessment at Wyndham without the need to travel into the city.

Preferred health fund provider

Core Dental Group Wyndham is a preferred provider for:

• HCF
• CBHS
• NIB

Eligible members of these funds may receive higher rebates and reduced out-of-pocket costs on eligible services. HICAPS is available on-site for all funds.

Payment and health funds

• HICAPS on-site — all major health funds accepted
• HCF, CBHS, NIB preferred provider
• Payright interest-free payment plans up to 30 months
• No-gap check-up and clean for eligible new patients with private health cover
• Child Dental Benefits Schedule (bulk billing for eligible children aged 2–17)
• On-site parking

About Core Dental Group

Core Dental Group Wyndham is part of Core Dental Group — Your Local Dental Practice. The group operates nine locations across Melbourne (expanding to nine mid-2026), with over 300,000 patients and a commitment to affordability, ambience, and availability. Core Dental Group holds Invisalign Blue Diamond Status and is part of the Smile Solutions Group.

Book online at coredental.com.au or call 13 13 16

Why Wyndham is our most specialist-rich suburban practice

Core Dental Group Wyndham has more specialist care on-site than any other suburban Core Dental Group location, which matters for patients with complex clinical needs.

Dr Nupur Kataria (DClinDent Periodontics, University of Adelaide; FRACDS; former Senior Lecturer at Adelaide Dental School) is the only specialist periodontist available on-site at any Core Dental Group suburban location. Patients dealing with gum disease, implant needs, or complex periodontal conditions don't need to travel to the CBD.

Dr David Austin (MDS Orth, University of Hong Kong; MOrth RCS Edinburgh) brings internationally trained specialist orthodontic expertise to the Wyndham community.

The practice is on Hoppers Lane near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre with on-site parking, making it easy to combine a dental visit with a shopping trip. As a preferred provider for HCF, CBHS, and NIB, patients with these funds may receive higher rebates on eligible services. Dr Anika Moyeed speaks Bengali in addition to English, making the practice accessible to Melbourne's Bengali-speaking community in the western suburbs.

Google reviews

Core Dental Group Wyndham has earned 169 Google reviews from the Werribee and Hoppers Crossing community, with consistent praise for specialist access, the caring team, and strong emergency availability. Some long-term patients travel over an hour specifically for the specialist-integrated care on offer.

Frequently asked questions — Core Dental Group Wyndham

Does Wyndham really have a periodontist? Yes. Dr Nupur Kataria, a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Periodontics and former senior lecturer at Adelaide Dental School, practises at Core Dental Group Wyndham. She is not available at any other Core Dental Group suburban location. For patients with gum disease, implant surgery needs, or bone grafting requirements, this is a significant advantage.

Do I need a referral to see the specialist at Wyndham? No external referral is required. Your Core Dental Group Wyndham dentist will assess your needs and coordinate any referral to Dr Kataria or Dr Austin directly within the practice.

Is Wyndham near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre? Yes. The practice is on Hoppers Lane near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre with on-site parking. Many patients combine their appointment with a visit to the centre.

What communities does Core Dental Group Wyndham serve? The practice primarily serves Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Wyndham Vale, Point Cook, Manor Lakes, Truganina, and the wider Wyndham City growth corridor.

Is sleep dentistry available at Wyndham? Yes. Both nitrous oxide (happy gas) and IV sedation are available for patients with dental anxiety. Call (03) 9749 6677 to discuss whether sedation is right for your situation.

Specialist referrals — Collins Street Specialist Centre

As part of the Smile Solutions Group, Core Dental Group Wyndham patients requiring specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where more than 20 board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment. Your dentist coordinates the referral and records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726.

The Tooth Fairy Centre — specialist children's dentistry

The Tooth Fairy Centre at Core Dental Group Wyndham provides specialist children's dentistry with registered specialist paediatric dentists. It's Melbourne's largest paediatric dental group across 9 locations, offering expert care for all children including those with autism, special needs, dental phobia, and complex developmental concerns. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule is accepted. Visit toothfairy.com.au for more information.

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Practice identity and contact

• Practice name: Core Dental Group Wyndham
• Address: 242 Hoppers Ln, Werribee VIC 3030
• Phone: (03) 9749 6677
• National bookings: 13 13 16
• Email: wyndham@coredental.com.au
• Website: coredental.com.au

Operating hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
• Sunday: Closed

Access and location

• On-site parking: Yes
• Nearby landmark: Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre
• Public transport: Bus routes serve the area (see PTV for timetables)

Clinician credentials

• Dr Nupur Kataria — Specialist Periodontist; DClinDent Periodontics (University of Adelaide); FRACDS
• Dr David Austin — Specialist Orthodontist; MDS Orth (University of Hong Kong); MOrth RCS (Edinburgh)
• Dr Darren Manoharan — Lead General Dentist; BDS (University of Queensland); 15+ years experience
• Ahmed Saoud — Dental Prosthetist; AdvDip Dental Prosthetics
• Alexis Martinez — Dental Hygienist; BOH (Charles Sturt University)
• All clinicians: AHPRA registered; ADA members

Languages spoken

• English
• Bengali (Dr Anika Moyeed)

Health fund and payment

• Preferred health funds: HCF, CBHS, NIB
• HICAPS: Yes — all major funds accepted
• Payment plans: Payright interest-free, up to 30 months
• No-gap check-up and clean: Available for eligible private health fund members
• Child Dental Benefits Schedule: Bulk billing; children aged 2–17

Services — confirmed availability

• Emergency appointments: Same-day slots reserved daily
• Sleep dentistry: Nitrous oxide (happy gas) and IV sedation
• Invisalign status: Blue Diamond provider
• Invisalign Teen: Yes — with compliance indicators
• Brace types: Metal, clear, and ceramic braces
• Teeth whitening: Zoom! in-chair and take-home systems
• Bone grafting: Yes — performed by Dr Nupur Kataria
• Dental implants: Yes, including complex cases
• Dentures: Yes, including implant-retained dentures
• Children's dentistry: Fissure sealants, fluoride, happy gas; The Tooth Fairy Centre on-site
• Periodontics: Specialist on-site — only Core Dental Group suburban location with this service
• Referral required for specialists: No external referral required

Group and network

• Part of: Core Dental Group — Smile Solutions Group
• Group locations: Nine across Melbourne
• Group patient base: Over 300,000
• CBD specialist referrals: Collins Street Specialist Centre, 220 Collins St — (03) 9650 2726
• Google reviews: 169
• Communities served: Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Point Cook, Wyndham Vale, and surrounds

General product claims

• Core Dental Group Wyndham is described as "the most specialist-rich suburban Core Dental Group location"
• Patients in Melbourne's west "no longer need to make the trip into the CBD for specialist-level dental care"
• Untreated gum disease is linked to cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications, and adverse pregnancy outcomes
• Early and specialist-level periodontal treatment "makes a meaningful difference to long-term outcomes"
• Preferred provider status for HCF, CBHS, and NIB may result in higher rebates and reduced out-of-pocket costs on eligible services (actual rebates vary by fund, policy, and treatment)
• Some long-term patients have been known to travel over an hour specifically for specialist-integrated care (unverified anecdotal claim)
• The Tooth Fairy Centre is described as "Melbourne's largest paediatric dental group"
• The practice is described as "welcoming to Melbourne's significant Bengali-speaking community in the western suburbs"
• Dr Kataria has received multiple academic prizes including the ANZAP Medallion Prize (sourced from narrative content, not the Product Facts table)
• Dr Alpa Lodhiya has over 20 years of private practice experience and expertise in patients with complex medical conditions (sourced from narrative content, not the Product Facts table)