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General dentistry in Queenstown

General dentistry is the everyday care that keeps problems small - regular check-ups, cleaning, fillings, and dealing with things early rather than after they start hurting. Dr Adrian Paul has been doing it in Queenstown for nearly 25 years.

Dentist and patient in the treatment room at Lakeside Dental Practice

What general dentistry covers

Most of what we do is routine, and that's the point. Seeing a dentist regularly means small problems get found while they're still small and cheap to fix. Left alone, a bit of decay that would take one visit and a filling can turn into a root canal, a crown, or a lost tooth.

  • Check-ups and oral health examinations
  • Scale, clean and polish
  • White composite fillings
  • Root canal treatment
  • Extractions and minor oral surgery
  • Wisdom teeth assessment and removal
  • Children's dentistry, free up to age 18
  • ACC treatment for accidental damage

Painless, and sedation if you want it

Plenty of people put off the dentist because of a bad experience years ago. We take that seriously rather than brushing it off. Our approach is built around pain control - topical numbing before injections, taking time, and explaining what's happening before it happens.

If that isn't enough, we offer sedation: relative analgesia (happy gas), oral sedation, and IV sedation. Tell us when you book and we'll plan the appointment around it rather than trying to sort it out on the day.

For locals and visitors

We look after families across Queenstown, Frankton, Arrowtown and the wider Central Otago area, and we're used to seeing people who are only in town for a while - seasonal workers, travellers and visitors who need something dealt with before they move on.

General Dentistry - common questions

How often should I have a dental check-up?
For most adults, every six to twelve months. If you've had gum disease, a lot of fillings, or you smoke, more often is usually better. We'll tell you what makes sense for your mouth rather than applying a blanket rule.
What happens at a check-up?
We examine your teeth, gums and soft tissues, take X-rays if they're needed, and talk through anything we've found. If treatment is required, you'll get a plan and an idea of cost before anything is booked.
I haven't been to a dentist in years. Is that a problem?
No, and it's more common than you'd think. Nobody here is going to lecture you. We'll start with an examination, tell you honestly where things stand, and work through it in an order that makes sense.

Book an appointment

New patients, families, visitors and emergencies are all welcome.

Call the practice03 441 8248

In pain? Ringing gets you seen faster than a form.

  • No referral needed
  • New patients and visitors welcome
  • Emergency slots kept open each day

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