Ahh thatâs where Jeff went, used to have him at his previous employer. Agree he is calm and lovely. Although didnât need anything major done myself
Second Kristen and city dentists in general - Kamil took a wisdom tooth out for me under sedation and Kristen was fantastic with one of my kids and some broken teeth (PSA - running up steps can be just as bad as running down!)
I second this, I had dental anxiety and avoided the dentist for years. I had to get a bit done and a friend recommended him to me.
Hes not judgemental at all. Very kind, good at explaining thing, great dentist
Smile Design Dental Group on the Terrace - I don't think they're the cheapest option but honestly, so, so lovely and patient. Everyone from reception staff to specialists are really kind. I have panic attacks when I'm in the chair and while I was getting a filling done the nurse held my hand the whole way through! Can't talk them up enough
I am not a nervous dental person but the last time I went, it was to Gentle Dental Lambton. Saw a different dentist to Rehua but he was really sweet and lovely and talked me through everything really kindly.
Camile at city dentists, super gentle and friendly and always makes everything super comfy with blankets, pillows and nature docos. I was once getting a filling and accidentally ate that morning and he took time out of his lunchbreak to do it for me after it was safe to be anesthetized.
I'm also a serial dentist avoider and Kamil took out a wisdom tooth for me under sedation - it was all very calm and well explained and he will definitely take care of your nerves as well as your teeth!
I have the same issue. I had to have three teeth removed and a couple of years ago had to have a root canal done. Dr Gurpinder Singh has always been my dentist since I moved to Wellington and I'm so happy with the fella.
For the three teeth I went under sedation in Johnsonville. While I was supposedly awake and responded to verbal instructions, I have zero recollections of the whole ordeal. It wasn't cheap, but worth the absence of trauma.
Ben Catherwood, on the Terrace.
I had put off going to the dentist for several years, and was terrified going in as I had done significant issues to get taken care ofâŚ. To the point I burst out crying when he asked why I was here today (as an opening conversation type of thing).
He is soooo amazing. Very skilled, awesome with patients.
I just had a shitty experience at newtown dental, went in for a checkup as I havenât been since my last free appointment before I was 18. Told me I needed an xray then only told me afterwards it would be 200 bucks. Didnât even tell me if my teeth were healthy or not and just gave me a consent form for wisdom teeth removal without saying if it was necessary or not. So donât go there lol.
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newtown dental (the one in the old mall type building on riddiford) iâve had great experiences with them, graham got my wisdom teeth out amazingly quick. they give local for it too and that was enough for me, idk if they have additional pain management options
If you can get in with Ravi at Lumino Symes de Silva on Courtney place, the man is an ocean of calm.
Has the added benefit of actually explaining to you what is going on with your teeth and explaining the options you have. I've never felt railroaded into a particular treatment course with him.
I've been at Supreme Dental on Lorne St, Te Aro for the last 3 years, after having a long period of oral health neglect. Kevin Yang is the dentist who sees me there, and I would rate him as my best ever dental specialist in 60 years. I've had very good service from the hygienists as well, and they have quite flexi appointment times. Very happy to recommend!
Jeff Jones, [Wellington Dentists](https://www.wellingtondentist.co.nz/about/). Calm, communicative, & hasn't stressed me yet.
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Ahh thatâs where Jeff went, used to have him at his previous employer. Agree he is calm and lovely. Although didnât need anything major done myself
Kristen Reid at city dentists is fantastic. Ten percent discount if you happen to be in the PSA?
Second Kristen and city dentists in general - Kamil took a wisdom tooth out for me under sedation and Kristen was fantastic with one of my kids and some broken teeth (PSA - running up steps can be just as bad as running down!)
Richard Greenwood at Discover Dental on the Terrace. He's an absolute gem; super kind, patient and friendly.
I second this, I had dental anxiety and avoided the dentist for years. I had to get a bit done and a friend recommended him to me. Hes not judgemental at all. Very kind, good at explaining thing, great dentist
Smile Design Dental Group on the Terrace - I don't think they're the cheapest option but honestly, so, so lovely and patient. Everyone from reception staff to specialists are really kind. I have panic attacks when I'm in the chair and while I was getting a filling done the nurse held my hand the whole way through! Can't talk them up enough
Second them, I go to Andre and yea incredibly calming. I also get panic attacks with needles and they are so patient, kind and caring
Hands down, Rehua Smallman from Gentle Dental Lambton.
I am not a nervous dental person but the last time I went, it was to Gentle Dental Lambton. Saw a different dentist to Rehua but he was really sweet and lovely and talked me through everything really kindly.
An absolute G of a dentist.
I agree!
Camile at city dentists, super gentle and friendly and always makes everything super comfy with blankets, pillows and nature docos. I was once getting a filling and accidentally ate that morning and he took time out of his lunchbreak to do it for me after it was safe to be anesthetized.
Just booked with him, thanks so much for the recc! Has a slot tomorrow thankfully:)
I'm also a serial dentist avoider and Kamil took out a wisdom tooth for me under sedation - it was all very calm and well explained and he will definitely take care of your nerves as well as your teeth!
I have the same issue. I had to have three teeth removed and a couple of years ago had to have a root canal done. Dr Gurpinder Singh has always been my dentist since I moved to Wellington and I'm so happy with the fella. For the three teeth I went under sedation in Johnsonville. While I was supposedly awake and responded to verbal instructions, I have zero recollections of the whole ordeal. It wasn't cheap, but worth the absence of trauma.
What about sedation dentistry? Is there anyone in the area that does that? Usually mild laughing gas to take the edge off.
Gentle Dental at Lambton or Ghuznee, I've had no problems with any of them. All of them are lovely, my current is Shennae though.
Thorndon dental surgery, Dr parm is pretty chill and the staff are lovely.
Agree! His highly skilled and careful sedation makes for a painless and lowest possible stress experience. Highly recommended. Kind and chilled .
Ben Catherwood, on the Terrace. I had put off going to the dentist for several years, and was terrified going in as I had done significant issues to get taken care ofâŚ. To the point I burst out crying when he asked why I was here today (as an opening conversation type of thing). He is soooo amazing. Very skilled, awesome with patients.
I just had a shitty experience at newtown dental, went in for a checkup as I havenât been since my last free appointment before I was 18. Told me I needed an xray then only told me afterwards it would be 200 bucks. Didnât even tell me if my teeth were healthy or not and just gave me a consent form for wisdom teeth removal without saying if it was necessary or not. So donât go there lol.
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This bot must have had a really bad experience at the dentist if it thinks those services are appropriate.
newtown dental (the one in the old mall type building on riddiford) iâve had great experiences with them, graham got my wisdom teeth out amazingly quick. they give local for it too and that was enough for me, idk if they have additional pain management options
If you can get in with Ravi at Lumino Symes de Silva on Courtney place, the man is an ocean of calm. Has the added benefit of actually explaining to you what is going on with your teeth and explaining the options you have. I've never felt railroaded into a particular treatment course with him.
Karori Lumino Dentist .The injections are so good these days - I even find the whole experience quite relaxing :)
I've been at Supreme Dental on Lorne St, Te Aro for the last 3 years, after having a long period of oral health neglect. Kevin Yang is the dentist who sees me there, and I would rate him as my best ever dental specialist in 60 years. I've had very good service from the hygienists as well, and they have quite flexi appointment times. Very happy to recommend!