New Zealand'The pain was off the charts': Banned dentist pulled wrong tooth from woman in agony'I fully acknowledge that. I didn’t hide from it' – David Zimmerman admits harm caused.08 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumLifestyleThe six best foods to ward off gum diseaseTelegraph: The powerhouse foods that may help protect your oral health.22 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Access to dental care shouldn't be a luxuryOPINION: Dental pain keeps millions from work, costing the economy billions each year.18 Oct 04:00 PM
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New ZealandUnlicensed to drill: Patient recalls 'bizarre' encounter with unqualified dentist22 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandInjured teen's five teeth stored in milk, but dental staff didn't see reimplantation as urgent15 Sep 02:00 AM
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New ZealandParents left out of pocket as dentist moves to PanamaMelissa Ferguson paid $11,000 upfront for her son's treatment.14 Aug 10:41 PM
WellingtonTeen 'traumatised' after dentist accidentally sliced open her numb lipThe 14-year-old needed stitches after a piece of dental equipment cut her lip open.12 Aug 04:30 AM
New ZealandDentist left piece of tooth in patient's gum, hospitalised another after piercing her cheekMore complaints have come to light about a struck-off dentist's work.30 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandDentist criticised after woman's painful dental ordeal revealedThe dentist failed to explain the risks, leading to a prolonged undiagnosed infection.09 Jun 07:18 AM
New Zealand'Dental disease': Thousands of children face surgery delaysHealth NZ data shows the waiting list has grown by around 1500 in two years.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPork crackling snacker breaks tooth on birthday, leading to small claims clashThe man claimed the pork crackling product was not 'fit for purpose'.24 May 04:00 AM
Healthcare'Terrible experience': Dentist ignored woman 'thrashing' in pain as tooth was pulled outThe dentist described it as a 'highly difficult extraction on a nervous patient'.12 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandFizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiumsDental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.01 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFive surprising health benefits of flossing dailyTelegraph: Flossing helps mitigate the serious health risks associated with gum disease.24 Feb 08:42 PM
Politics‘I couldn’t afford the pain relief’: New report shines light on true cost of dental careNancy pulled her rotten tooth at home due to high dental costs.24 Feb 04:00 PM
Kahu‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby successAUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.23 Feb 10:38 PM
New ZealandCall for order amid heated fluoride debate at Rotorua councilThe ministry's head dentist defended fluoridation, citing safety and health benefits.11 Feb 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Terrible pain': Woman left in agony after dentist puts crown on wrong toothThe previously 'perfectly healthy' tooth later required a root canal.10 Feb 01:00 AM
KahuMāori dentist graduates as specialist, breaking 50-year gap at OtagoDr Jonathan Martin urges Māori rangatahi to pursue healthcare, saying 'Your cultural identity is your greatest strength.'10 Dec 10:13 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleScared of the dentist? Here’s how to copeNew York Times: Don’t skip appointments - try these strategies instead.21 Oct 04:00 PM
Kahu‘We were inundated’: Almost 400 people given free dental careThe clinic was unable to meet all the demand for its services.15 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandSuspended Ponsonby dentist faces 19 health practitioner charges, appears in courtDr Jacob Goldenberg of Total Health Dentistry had been suspended since March last year.14 Oct 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleBad teeth make you look older: Why it’s never too late to future-proof your smileTelegraph: Dental experts weigh in on how to keep your teeth in top condition as you age.13 Aug 02:43 AM
LifestyleCan ‘nose blindness’ keep you from smelling your bad breath?People can lose the ability to smell chronic bad breath — here's why.04 Aug 10:17 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSwish, spit, repeat: Is oil pulling good for your teeth?New York Times: Ancient remedy or modern myth?03 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe best and worst habits for your teethNew York Times: Dentists talk charcoal toothpastes, flavoured coffees and more.21 Jul 04:00 AM
KahuMāori three times more likely to need emergency dental careNew study identified oral health inequities for Māori18 Jul 07:27 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAsk a Doctor: My partner of 20 years has terrible breath. HelpTelegraph: Dr James Le Fanu answers readers’ questions. This week: Halitosis.12 Jul 03:00 AM
