Good to know before you call
- 16% of its written reviews are 1–2 stars, against 8% across Christchurch.
How it compares in Christchurch
| Fact | This clinic | Christchurch |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 55 | 25 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 16% | 8% on average |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes | 24 of 144 clinics with listed hours |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 22 of 179 clinics confirm it |
| Dentists for kids | Confirmed | 30 of 179 clinics confirm it |
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D CBCT scansAir abrasionHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationInvisalignLaserPanoramic X-ray (OPG)Same-day crowns (CEREC)Spark alignersTMJ (jaw joint) treatmentZoom
- Memberships it lists
- ANZSPDNZDARACDS
- Established
- 1950 (its website)
“At Lumino St Albans our aim is to help patients keep their teeth for life. We offer all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry. We place a great importance on producing high quality work and also have an emphasis on prevention as we feel it is in the patients' best interest in the long run. Oral Surgery (wisdom tooth removal) is also one of our strengths. Contact our friendly team to arrange a consultation and experience quality dental and personal care.”
Treatments it confirms (3)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: fun, relaxed visits for children claim; children's dentistry. Its listing says it sees children. (its website · its listing)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: implants to stabilise removable dentures; implant retained dentures. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Dental implantsits website
- Braces & alignersits website
- Veneers & cosmeticits website
- Teeth whiteningits website
- Wisdom teeth & oral surgeryits website
- Emergency dentistits website
- Sedation & nervous patientsits website
What 55 written reviews mention
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13Friendly team
1.9× the Christchurch average.
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5Explains things clearly
Close to the Christchurch average.
Prices on its website and cover
- Teeth whitening $477
- Cover and payment
- Treats ACC-covered dental injuries. Gives quotes for Work and Income. Southern Cross Affiliated Provider. Payment plans. (its website)
Before treatment, ask
- Ask whether the payment plan is interest-free, and about any fees.
- Ask who gives the IV sedation, and what it adds to the cost.
- For an injury, ask whether the clinic lodges the ACC claim for you.
Getting there: 144 Cranford Street
144 Cranford Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet and LGBTQ+ friendly (its listing).
Languages besides English: Cantonese, Croatian, Gujarati, Hindi, Japanese (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for root canal
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Sweet Tooth Dental
0.6 km · 10 reviews
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Harris Dental Christchurch
1.7 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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North Avon Dental Christchurch
1.7 km · 4+ stars in 50+ reviews
Call Lumino St Albans
St Albans: open Saturday, IV sedation, treats ACC injuries.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · lumino.co.nz, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count