COVID-19 Information
We would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all of our patients for your support and understanding over the lockdown!
As we are now at alert level 2, we are able to resume non-urgent and routine dental care again. It’s been a tough couple of months for everyone, but we are very excited to be able to be back open and providing dental care for all of our patients again. Both our practices are now fully back up and running providing a full range of dental care including our hygienists and orthodontist (braces).
Here at the Gentle Dental Centre the safety of our staff, patients and community is of paramount importance to us so we’ll be taking all necessary precautions as mandated by the NZ Dental Council and Ministry of Health against Covid-19.
To maintain social distancing and contact tracing requirements, we kindly ask that only patients with pre-made appointments enter the practice. We are now taking all new bookings over the phone or via our online booking page.
Please note it is very important that if you have any flu-like symptoms or have been in contact with anyone diagnosed with Covid-19, please avoid coming directly into the clinic. Phone us for advice and to discuss your options first.
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Stay safe and be kind everyone!
About Gentle Dental
What We Can Offer You
As a large group practice across two locations we have a team of dentist with expertise in most aspects of dentistry ranging from wisdom teeth removal and surgery to full mouth rehabilitation. This enables to us treat most cases in-house without having to refer to a specialist
Why Choose Us?
Gentle Payment Options Are All Part of the Service
At the Gentle Dental Centre, we understand that costs can be a barrier to achieving the best dentistry results. In order to keep our costs as gentle as our service, we offer the following payment solutions:
18 months interest free and deferred when you pay with Q Mastercard. *conditions apply
Team of Professionals
Dr Mike Tonkes BDS (Otago)
Dr Sam Moeung BDS (Otago)
Dr Adam Benn BSc BDS (Otago)
Dr Rehua Smallman BDS (Otago)
Patient Testimonials
We have introduced the principle of family medicine, which means that the family practitioner will handle the majority of medical requests, with a specialists involved only if necessary.
"Had a great first experience at this clinic with Cara. Thankyou for the awesome and friendly service!"
"They were on time, friendly, talked through everything and honest about prices. The placer is clean, neat and the staff are well presented. Best dental prices I've seen in Welli & when compared to other friends experiences it seems that its the only place you SHOULD go!"
"Jenny is a really good hygienist. I was really happy with the results as she was very thorough. I look forward to coming back in 12 months."
"Sam the denist is cool and good at his job. Hygenists and reception are always pleasant"
"Great value. Very gentle indeed. Had an emergency and they looked after me. Will be back."
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