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3 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland 0627
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- With more than 35 years in dentistry and 27 of those as a specialist prosthodontist, Alan offers his self-referred and dentist-referred patients the highest standard of care. Along with the friendly staff at Gentle Dental-Gus Cameron of Yvonne on Reception and his chair-side assistants Lesa and Carol, the environment is a most friendly welcoming one. Northland Prosthodontics in Whangarei offer patience, understanding and empathy together with the ability to really understand the unique needs of mature adults in their golden years. See what our clients say about us¿............ ¿ Dr Alan Payne has been my dentist for 3 years. He is exceptional with an eye for detail not often seen. Very few people realize that my upper and lower teeth are prosthetic, they look perfectly natural. Dr Payne¿s gentle approach to all dentistry is exceptional. My teeth are a perfect fit and I am able to bite and chew without any difficulty. I would recommend to any person needing specialist dentistry if you need falsy¿s, Alan is the man for you! After years in academic dentistry, Alan thrives on being back "in the real world" of private practice. His direction in life is focused on creating the best prosthodontic practice in Northland, New Zealand. He spends weekends enjoying life and continuing his clinical research in oral implantology as an independent researcher. Between 1996 and 2009, Alan had an established academic career, and was responsible for the initiation, leadership and establishment of the Oral Implantology Research Group, Sir John Walsh Research Institute, School of Dentistry, University of Otago, New Zealand. He developed a multi-disciplinary research team to global recognition status that conducted successful clinical trials along with laboratory-based research on both implant overdentures and single implant crowns. His evidence-based treatment approach in providing evidence for reducing the delay between oral implant placement and loading has been internationally re
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Northland Prosthodontics Ltd is the practice with the only denture specialist in Northland - Dr Alan GT Payne. The practice is located now within NorthShore oral and Maxillo-facial Surgeons, Northcote, Northshore, Auckland. Historically, for the past 10 yeas Northland Prosthodontics Ltd was associated with Gentle Dental-Gus Cameron in Whangarei. If you are a patient and would like a higher standard of care for your denture treatment, as compared to dentists or clinical dental technicians, this is the place to come to. It is also "Quality Dentistry at the Right Price". Many dentists decide to refer their denture and implant patients to us as well, as they often are unable to address those patients needs. The practice is a registered ACC provider for rehabilitation's/reconstructions with implants, crowns, bridges and dentures. We also treat patients with missing teeth, worn out teeth, discoloured teeth, gappy smiles needing cosmetic dentistry / oral rehabilitation's, veneers, crowns (caps), bridges and implant crowns and bridges. Regrettably, in today's stressful world we treat many patients with tooth wear due to grinding or excessive acidic juice intake sometimes resulting in joint disorders. A prosthodontist is a diagnostic and treatment-planning expert who deals commonly with complex dental problems. Ordinary dentistry is also part of prosthodontics. All dentistry demands attention to fine detail. A prosthodontist is a specialist in cosmetic, implant and restorative dentistry, who has spent additional years in full-time study advancing his knowledge, skill and ability. A prosthodontist will often work in a team to achieve optimal, long-term dental health. There needs to be close cooperation between the general dentist, periodontist, oral surgeon, orthodontist, as well as the highly skilled dental technicians in working with you, the patient, to achieve aesthetically pleasing long-term dental health. Sound gum (periodontal) health is a pre-requisite for long-term success. The patient is seen in this practice as the most important member of the team.
Reviews
08/25/16
Yes, very very pleased to be associated with Alan; he ticks all the boxes; qualified, experienced, passionate, caring, friendly and proffessional. He has an outstanding support team,.Leesa, Annette, Yvonne, Carol are familiar to me. Alan also has an external group of experts, each masters in their professions, if required.. This is Oral healthcare of the highest standard, excellence at its best.
Thankyou,
Taka.
11/24/16
How lucky I was to have found Alan and his trusty assistant Lesa when I researched who would be the best cosmetic dentist for me. It's not often anyone can say they enjoyed their dental appointments , but I can! Alan was so professional while at the same time sharing his sense of humour, both he and Lesa made me feel like I was their only patient.
I am blown away by the amazing results of my crowns and am now boasting a great smile, enjoying smiling in photos for the first time!
Thank you Alan and Lesa for your attention to detail and your concern for my comfort, please also pass on my thanks to the fantastic Lab Techs you work with.
Michelle D
06/11/17
Thank you Alan & Lesa.
It is certainly a pleasure to now be able to eat out and not have to worry about the menu.
I can now wear my dentures all day without discomfort and it is no longer an embarrassment to smile. I have even been told I look younger!!
Your dedication and attention to detail was certainly displayed in my case, especially as I have been let down by other dentists in the past.
Your work is absolutely amazing and I would certainly recommend you to other clients.
Joyce S
07/26/16
I was very lucky to find Alan who has fixed a big problem for me. I had a full recondition and it was his vast experience and happy go lucky friendly attitude that got me through this. I do give 5 stars to Alan and Lesa, and the team at Gentle Dental in Whangarei. I thank you guys heaps. Tony.