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
New ZealandDental professional honoured in New Year listBarbara Dewson began her career as a school dental nurse in Ohakune.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tooth fairy' brings smiles for whānauDespite being fined for working without a dental technician qualification, Māori in Northland support the woman known as 'the Tooth Fairy.' Video / Te Ao Māori News Watch17 Dec 05:45 PM
New Zealand'Tooth fairy' fined $7k for making dentures for desperate localsTooth fairy Claire Wihongi-Matene was fined for low-cost unlicensed denture service.11 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentIRD puts four Auckland dentistry companies underThe businesses were in receivership till last April but repaid creditors $5m to escape.08 Dec 12:58 AM
New ZealandPhone not pliers helps patient resolve toothache agonyWith throat and mouth swelling, head pounding and painkillers useless, he needed 'relief'.26 Nov 05:31 PM
The SelectionTop daily essentials on Black FridayWe've selected great bargains to make every day special.23 Nov 04:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Costing the country money': Far North physio and dentist shortage reaches crisis pointThe Far North is facing a shortage of dentists, hygienists and physios following Covid.17 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHelen Robinson: Affordable dental care would make everyone smileIt’s not right that people in a developed country such as NZ should suffer so badly.09 Oct 04:00 PM
KahuDentists roll out preventative oral health care programmeA subscription covers a dental exam, X-rays and one hygiene treatment annually.20 Sep 07:50 PM
New ZealandEmployment Relations Authority asked to step in over senior doctor pay disputeTe Whatu Ora said its teams were still determining the impact of the strike.20 Sep 04:04 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: On crime, climate, a stadium, grey power and men's healthOPINION: Letters and premium debate on the All Blacks and more.19 Sep 05:00 PM
Politics'No red flags' about anti-fluoride, anti-mandate comments, says Nats candidateRyan Hamilton says his views were not raised in his candidate selection.18 Sep 05:27 AM
New ZealandSenior doctors and dentists to strike again next monthMembers voted 'overwhelmingly' for two further strikes in October.15 Sep 02:07 AM
PoliticsOn the campaign trail: Luxon talks up policies for older Kiwis; Hipkins visits dentistNational unveils its health policy, Labour releases pledge card as Greens, Act push cases.11 Sep 03:54 AM
New ZealandBiting issue: Rural Kiwis ‘resort to pliers’ over seeing dentistResidents are pulling out their own teeth due to appointment wait times and commutes.10 Sep 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Nats will be delighted by attack ads as Labour poll strain kicks inIt's been easy to depict Labour as desperate this week - because it has looked it.08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialLabour bites back with new voter bait as parties prepare for final weeksOPINION: Our editorial on the campaign launches that fired up the parties' activists.03 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire Trevett: Labour delivers campaign launch with bite, protests and hypeOPINION: Labour hopes dental care policy lands better with voters than GST off fruit, veg.02 Sep 06:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDentist with Hawke’s Bay roots wants to fill the gaping hole in our health systemDr Kris Sweetapple is NZ's Young Dentist of the Year, and he's on a mission of change.26 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Frustrated and disheartened’: Dental surgeons unable to keep up with children’s waitlistAbout 4000 children are waiting for dental surgery at any one time.20 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsLabour returns to the 30s, but National/Act can still govern in new pollThe poll of 1012 people was conducted online between July 31 and August 7.14 Aug 03:25 AM
PoliticsGreens will have free portable dental clinics across countryIt is part of a larger dental care package being unveiled on Sunday.05 Aug 10:21 PM
LifestyleDentist's frightening warning to vapersAn urgent warning has been issued to vapers after an expert noticed a disturbing trend.27 Jul 11:58 PM
New ZealandDentist fights to keep job after 'appalling' botched proceduresOne patient spent $32,700 on work another dentist said would fail 'catastrophically'.25 Jul 02:42 AM
LifestyleWhy you’re brushing your teeth all wrongDental hygienist Laura Schikkerling fills the gaps in your cleaning technique.20 Jun 09:17 PM
