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 clash24 May 04:00 AM
Healthcare'Terrible experience': Dentist ignored woman 'thrashing' in pain as tooth was pulled out12 May 02:00 AM
Politics‘I couldn’t afford the pain relief’: New report shines light on true cost of dental care24 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Terrible pain': Woman left in agony after dentist puts crown on wrong tooth10 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
PremiumPremiumLifestyleElectric toothbrushes are better for your teeth - but the right technique matters more'The most important thing is not so much the brush, but the brusher.'26 Jun 06:00 AM
LifestyleMaking these midlife lifestyle changes could prevent dementiaMidlife is proving a key period where intervention could prevent almost half of all cases.02 Jun 02:41 AM
New ZealandAnti-fluoride group loses High Court bid to stop Hastings council adding fluoride to waterFluoridation in Hastings water recommenced on April 8, 2024.24 May 02:20 AM
New ZealandJaw advancement surgery needed for 12yo who had braces fitted by untrained dentistThe 12-year-old's mother was led to believe the dentist was an orthodontist.06 May 03:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe data debate: Have children’s teeth really improved in a city where fluoride was removed?An expert says an anti-fluoride campaigner's use of Health NZ stats is 'misleading'.22 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandThieving dental clinic worker claims she had a medical condition that 'made her steal'Roxanne Arsi altered invoices sent by the clinic so the money went into her account.16 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandFluoride to be reintroduced to Hastings’ water after eight yearsCouncil stopped adding fluoride to allow for chlorine.03 Apr 12:32 AM
New ZealandHealthy schools: How Labour’s fizzy drinks ban went flatErica Stanford says removing sugary drinks is no longer a government priority.10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Move to Auckland': Dentists tell parents to wait 'up to three years' for kids' check-ups14 per cent of kids due for an oral health check-up in 2022 are yet to be seen.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy half of all Kiwis are avoiding the dentistNothing will change unless the Government acts, the NZ Dental Association says.03 Mar 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhy tooth enamel is so important - and how to protect itNew York Times: Some people simply have thinner or more brittle enamel.20 Feb 12:03 AM
LifestyleDon't try these dental hacks from TikTok on your teethTikTok is full of videos that demonstrate DIY hacks. But do they deliver?10 Jan 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsWaterbeds, wine coolers and wool bathing shorts: What Consumers Price Index tells us about our pastThe CPI has been around for more than 100 years, so is a window to our past.04 Jan 04:00 PM
