Need a dental crown but dread sitting with gooey impression material to take the necessary moulds? Fear not, the digital intraoral scanner is here to save the day!

You may wonder why we recommend regular dental check ups at Wānaka Dental.

"But why do I need to see a dentist when my teeth don't hurt" - you ask?

What is an OPG you may ask...

The term OPG (also known as a panoramic X-ray) Test stands for Orthopantomogram test. It is a dental X-ray that provides a panoramic view of the teeth, mouth and jaws.

We love teeth whitening at Remarkables Dental, it's an easy way to give a refresh to your smile.

Our favourite treatment is the combination approach, in-office teeth whitening plus custom made take-home trays for maintenance.

Living in Central Otago another common patient group I see are those training for endurance races. Think Godzone, Challenge Wanaka, and Red Bull Defiance.

There are two main reasons why endurance athletes are at increased risk for dental erosion: consuming sugary sports drinks and nutrition and heavy mouth breathing.

Tongue scraping significantly improves bad breath by reducing oral bacteria from the top surface of the tongue.