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Your Neighbourhood Dentist

You're not just our patients; you're our community... our family. Your feelings and expectations matter. That’s why we are committed to ensuring that you not only look but feel your very best.

Looking for dental care you can trust? We’re here for you.

You put your faith in us and we're going to exceed your expectations.

We use every ounce of our expertise and provide you with all of the guidance and support you need to get the best results and live your best life.

Philosophy

We understand that your oral health is vital to your overall wellbeing and help you achieve the best outcomes by taking an all-encompassing approach. We look at the big picture and at where you want to be, not just today, but years down the road.

This care is at the heart of everything we do and we are dedicated not only to your oral health, but to ensuring that you are comfortable, feel good, and have the confidence to live your life to the fullest.

People

At the end of the day, the Dentists is all about people... our exceptional team and our wonderful patients.

At the Dentists you’re more than just a patient; you’re our family.
...and we treat you that way.

Our staff love what they do and combining that passion with their commitment to you, our patients, is the best recipe to keep you smiling.

Expertise

Our philosophy guides all we do and is backed by years of experience, extensive knowledge, leading-edge technology, and some of the best training in the world so that you get the very best outcomes possible.

We’re not shy; we’re proud of our expertise. ..and we don’t just keep it all to ourselves. We lead the way, sharing our knowledge and introducing advancements and education from around the world to dentists right here in our little slice of paradise.

★★★★★

"The staff and Dentists are amazing. The make you feel very welcome and they provide an excellent service."

- Pam Quinlan

★★★★★

"Fantastic personalised dental care with the latest technology."

- Adam Gatley

★★★★★

"Sharleen and Emily made a fantastic team. I had to have an impacted wisdom tooth and the one next to it removed. After a bad experience years ago I have put of going to the dentist. These 2 ladies were calm, constantly checking in and telling me what they were doing so I was prepared. Absolutely amazing and by far the best Dental experience I have had. Highly recommend The Dentists!"

- Teressa Dean

★★★★★

"The Taupo team at the dentist have all ways been exceptional at sorting out myself and my family’s needs. A+++++ service and care."

- Andrew leuschke

★★★★★

"Dr Colette Khoo is an extremely competent dentist, and with her skilled and caring Dental Assistant Sambi, they make an outstanding and highly professional team. I needed major dental work to repair worn, uneven and discoloured teeth that required veneers and crowns. From Day 1 Colette's communication on procedure and process was excellent. My childhood fear of dentists disappeared with Colette's caring, considerate and friendly personality, and the painless injections, treatment and 100% trust in Colette's exceptional skill. Colette is a perfectionist, and the finished product is way beyond my expectations. I couldn't be happier! Thank you so much to the kindest and loveliest dental team I've ever met 😊"

- Helen Armstrong

★★★★★

"The best dentist experience I've ever had in my life so far! Very friendly welcome at reception, Brian, the dentist gave great explanation of treatment and options, most amazing and painfree injection (numbing), made me very comfortable and relaxed during treatment - no pulling and yanking in my mouth ... and the end result feels amazing ... the hard filling in my molar feels smooth and was ready to use pretty much straight away ... Brian did an amazing job! ... and to my surprise I got a follow up call the next day to check in and see how the tooth and I was feeling! Highly recommend this dentist and will definitely go back there when I need something else done and for any future "mouth/teeth" project."

- Pascale Carthew

★★★★★

"Fantastic Service."

- Greg Astwood

★★★★★

"After quite a few years not visiting any dentists, I had a wisdom tooth infection. Aishah removed it and since then has removed another wisdom tooth and replaced some fillings. Was very grateful for her calm and very confident manner, the facilities are amazing, the assistants great and I especially think the follow up phone call they make to see how you're feeling the next day is fantastic service. Thanks Aishah and team."

- Rachel Dickman

★★★★★

"BEST DENTISTS IN TAUPO!!! Biggest Thank you to Sharlene and Emily, I hate dentists yet that was the best experience I've EVER had!! I'm so grateful beyond words. They went beyond my expectations, my confidence is back!! Yous are amazing and I can't thank you enough 😊❤️ don't go anywhere else I promise they are the BEST!!! Appreciate yous alot!! More then words can say x"

- Hope Te Kauru

★★★★★

"Zai Was an excellent Dentist with great communication skills. Always made me feel at ease and calm and work very well with his assistant Mags. I highly recommend Zai as your dentist."

- ian walker

★★★★★

"Great staff and service, very friendly and they have some amazing technology & facilities. Done a great job and couldn't be happier with work done."

- Brad Cooper

★★★★★

"Awesome service. So friendly and helpful."

- Jennifer Dawson

★★★★★

"AJ and all the staff are so efficient & caring. It is a happy place but also very business like and professional. The Dentist is where to go in Taupo."

- Lynn McPhee

★★★★★

"Definite upgrade to my previous dentist in Taupo Sharlene Lu does amazing work and is so nice"

- Shaun Fletcher

★★★★★

"Excellent facilities and the staff were very friendly and efficient"

- simon stebbing

★★★★★

"After visiting several dentists and not finding a solution, I finally met AJ and his dedicated team. Not only did they identify and address my tooth pain, but they also ensured I was well-informed to make the best choices for my dental health. The warmth and professionalism they exuded created a calming atmosphere, making every visit a pleasant one. Following their exceptional service, I even had an implant done with them. I can't recommend AJ and his team enough. Their compassionate care is unparalleled."

- Henrik Arlund

★★★★★

"Really happy with the thorough care I received right from the beginning of my journey to white teeth. A big process to have veneers but I had fantastic care. Sharlene and her team made me feel comfortable, we could have breaks if needed. Everything was explained clearly and I was fully involved in the process. Photos were taken regularly. Very very happy with my new teeth 😁"

- Janine Tanatiu

★★★★★

"Very friendly reception ladies were very nice. The Dental technician was awesome & her assistant helped sooo much. I would recommend this Dental surgery 💯% was happy to have my tooth extraction done at this Clinic 👌😊😁💯"

- Leigh Smith

★★★★★

"Really pleased - I asked for a nice smile and that's what I got! It took hours of work but the kindness and explanations of what was going on made a difference. I liked the follow-up calls to check I was ok each time. Recommended to anyone."

- Bobbie Bryce

★★★★★

"Excellent dentist 1st class. Highly recommend"

- Brian Elwarth

★★★★★

"Fabulous service and friendly team. I definately get how important it is to look after my teeth now. Thanks AJ and team 😀"

- charles dawson

★★★★★

"Outstanding emergency dental care. Great team and a caring professional dentist. Use with confidence."

- Dave H

★★★★★

"Dr Colette Khoo did an awesome job with my teeth. Professional and Friendly! Thanks Colette"

- Margaret

★★★★★

"I can't recommend them highly enough, they were so amazing with our daughter. She chipped her front tooth while in Taupo on holiday, they came in on a Sunday night just for her and were incredible, fully fixed the tooth and were so kind and compassionate. It looks as good as new and she is so happy. We are so grateful!"

- Julie Clover

★★★★★

"We have been patients of AJ for over 16 years and cannot recommend The Dentists too highly. AJ has a team of 'top gun' dentists, the most modern equipment and delivers an extremely personal and very professional level of dental care. All the team are delightful and highly trained and I must make special mention of Stacey and her team at front of house, who always make you feel like a welcomed friend, which does make going to the dentist a pleasure :-)"

- Russell Shaw

★★★★★

"Just wrapped with the work the team have done. Charleen is a true professional with the support of those around her. A few treatments gave lead to an outstanding result. So glad I chose The Dentist Taupo to carry out my dental needs. Sally"

- sally jamieson

★★★★★

"Staff and service was amazing especially the reception staff - so welcoming and understanding. Always a pleasure walking in to be greeted by reception best Smiles in Taupo"

- Damian White

★★★★★

"I got braces through the dentist, the whole process was so easy. They are all so lovely and always so welcoming."

- makaela priscott

★★★★★

"WAS IN PAIN, went to the dentist Taupo for an extraction and don’t like needles but the staff are all here are great, it may not be the cheapest but it’s the best. Thank you guys."

- Andrea Murray

★★★★★

"Very anxious about needing tooth extracted but didn’t feel a thing,great care and service:)"

- Mike Kim MacGregor

★★★★★

"What an amazing team. Front desk staff are top notch, best in the business. Couldn’t of asked for a better experience!"

- Jesse Adams

★★★★★

"Great team! Highly recommend!"

- Shaun Berghan

★★★★★

"Everyone at the dentist is really gentle and kind they always make me feel at ease when I come in for appointments. Highly recommend."

- Maddy M

★★★★★

"Clear communications about the procedures. Amazing modern technologies at their disposal here, this making life in the chair a lot more comfortable with a superb end result. Both Christina and AJ did a great job on my teeth. They may not be the cheapest in town but if you want the best, this is where you go."

- Over C Imports

★★★★★

"The Dentists - Taupo are true professionals where I feel I am treated the best I possibly can be."

- Kylie Sargison

★★★★★

"I have never been a fan of the dentist. My early experiences 60 years ago had a long tail so when I decided it was time to replace all my old fillings it was with some trepidation. Well 12 months later it’s done and I cannot speak highly enough of the whole experience. The treatment from AJ was painless, the finished job is fantastic and the follow up service outstanding. And thanks for the flowers and Moet!"

- Barry Searle

★★★★★

"I was able to get an appointment with 'The Dentists' at Taupo to assess my broken tooth. Despite her youth and the fact that she had only recently qualified, Christina, the dentist, was amazingly thorough and her communication to me (in conjunction with AJ, the practice principal) of the proposed treatment plan was superb. When the date came for my appointment for a crown, it was undertaken in just one 2½ hour session, which included scanning the drilled/prepared tooth and then milling the porcelain crown via the computer system – all in one go. The result has been more than satisfactory. If ever a trip to a dentist can be something to look forward to (!), this is one which I can thoroughly recommend."

- Steve Taylor

★★★★★

"The level of service is above and beyond all expectations at this fine practice. I was caught out with a dental emergency in a town I was not familiar with. The friendly, welcoming staff truly pulled out all the stops to squeeze me in, fix my broken mouth up and get me mobile and against all odds. 100% professional service by the most down to earth team I've encountered. Front of house , nurses, dental assistants and the Doctor herself left me feeling like I had departed a voluntary visit. Fantastic communication throughout. The whole team are certainly a credit to the dental industry. Thank you, you all know who you are 😉⚓ you saved my day"

- Hydraulic Marine

★★★★★

"Christina is a Great/Fantastic "Perfectionist" Dentist who Really cares for her Patients.I Highly Recommend."

- jim sakaria

★★★★★

"Had a molar pulled out today was absolutely great almost fell asleep in the dentist's chair after being awake 3 days in a row from toothache absolutely loved the service you guys and girls are Great examination and extraction all in the same day very easy not painful at all wished i had thanked you all more personally also i dont consider it rip off at all when you take into consideration the price of local anaesthetic x ray machines and dentist's being a 5 year study its actually very fairly priced if not better than most ( also still paying off bill as of writing so thats another plus that they treat you and trust you to re pay their services )"

- 使用人ライダー

★★★★★

"Friendly staff. Easy parking. Does more than dentistry."

- Mark Vincent

★★★★★

"The young dentist was very patient with me during consultation and answered all my questions. His work is high quality and makes sure everything done is perfect."

- Ma Lin

Our Core Values

At the Dentists, we live and breathe by a core set of principles.

These fundamental values embody who we are and are closely aligned with what we believe as a business, and as individuals.

We care

We put our patients first and take a holistic approach to helping them improve their life-long health and wellbeing. That care is at the heart of everything we do. Our patients are like family and we treat them as such.

We know our stuff

We need to see the big picture to achieve the best results for our patients. By keeping abreast of the latest training, techniques, and innovations we can ensure we have the knowledge required to best serve their needs.

We mean what we say

We are committed to pursuing the highest level of honesty and integrity in all of our interactions, whether with patients, staff, or even our competitors. By maintaining the highest ethical standards, we show the world who we are and build trust.

We strive for the best

We constantly endeavour to ensure that our work is of the highest quality and showcases the value that we deliver. We want the very best. The best staff, the best tools, the best materials, the best techniques... all to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.

We pull together

We are dedicated to fostering not only a great work environment but also great working relationships, where every team member is important and treated with trust and respect. We value diversity and the unique strengths that each person brings to the team.

We are all accountable

We all work toward the same goals and are accountable for making sure that we reach them. We collaborate, gather input, and involve key people in important decisions. Then we work together to make those decisions a reality... we all win or lose together.

We share our passion

We are passionate about what we do and want to help others find that same sweet spot, where what they do overlaps what they love. We actively seek to lead and mentor others, not only to our staff but dental specialists throughout New Zealand, giving them the opportunity to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

We lead the way

We are enthusiastic pioneers dedicated to advancing the field of dentistry throughout New Zealand. We travel the world and bring back the latest advancements and techniques, not only championing them in our own practices but also creating educational programmes designed to upskill dentists across the country.

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