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110 Memorial Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch 8053
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(03) 348 1602
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Dedication to Gentle Dental CareOur patient's comfort is our top priority and we have a strong focus on providing dental care with a gentle touch.
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Family Owned Dental
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Emphasis on High Quality DentistryWe are committed to providing the highest standard of dental care at the most affordable prices.
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If you require an emergency dentist on a weekend or public holiday please contact 0226205350 for the on-call dentist.
If you are experiencing facial swelling and are unable to contact a dentist, please seek treatment at the Christchurch Emergency Department.
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Our Team
John Malcolm
BDS
Dental Surgeon
John graduated from the University of Otago with credit in 2002. He worked for a year in facial surgery after graduating and has since worked in private practice. John moved back to Christchurch in 2007 and began working at Ilam Dental. He purchased the practice from his father, Peter Malcolm in 2013.
He is married with 4 children and enjoys motor bikes and scuba diving in his spare time.
Ren Henkel
BDS, BSc
Dental Surgeon
Ren graduated from the University of Otago in 1985 and has worked as a dentist at Ilam Dental Centre since 2001. In his spare time he enjoys the outdoors, hiking, surfing, canoe polo and gardening.
Kalo Malthus
BDS, BSc
Dental Surgeon
Kalo graduated from the University of Otago in 2004 and has worked as a dentist in Christchurch for over 20 years. In her spare time she enjoys painting, skiing and spending time with her wonderful family.
Bertie Taylor
BDS
Dental Surgeon
BDS
Dental Surgeon
Bertie graduated from the University of Otago in 2019 and then worked as a Dental House Surgeon for a year in Dunedin before moving back to her home town of Christchurch. In her spare time Bertie enjoys multisport and is training for the Coast to Coast.
Saion Saha
BDS
Dental Surgeon
BDS
Dental Surgeon
Saion graduated from the University of Otago in 2017 and has since been working in his home town of Christchurch in private practice. In his spare time, Saion enjoys endurance sports and is an avid runner.
Arlia Schurr
BDS
Dental Surgeon
BDS
Dental Surgeon
Arlia graduated from the University of Otago in 2022 and spent two years working at Christchurch Hospital in the dental and maxillofacial departments. In her spare time Arlia enjoys sewing, tramping, skiing and white water kayaking.
Your Oral Health
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We are here to educate, motivate and inspire you to gain and retain control over your dental health.Dental disease is almost entirely preventable and oral health is just as important as the health of the rest of your body. Untreated dental disease can lead to serious health problems such as infection, damage to bone or nerve, and tooth loss. Infection from tooth disease can even spread to other parts of the body. You can practice preventive dentistry by adopting basic healthy habits by remembering to brush your teeth twice a day, floss once a day and eat a balanced diet with limited sugary content. |
60-90%of school children and nearly 100% of adults have dental cavities
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15-20%Severe gum disease is found in 15-20% of middle aged (35-44 years) adults.
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Risk Factorsfor oral diseases include an unhealthy diet, tobacco use, harmful alcohol use and poor oral hygiene
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Improve your general health with good oral hygiene
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What to expect at your first checkupIf this is your first visit, we suggest arriving 10 to 15 minutes before the actual consultation to complete a short medical history questionnaire.
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