Good to know before you call
- 30% of its written reviews are 1–2 stars, against 12% across Palmerston North.
How it compares in Palmerston North
| Fact | This clinic | Palmerston North |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 57 | 22 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 30% | 12% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “explains things clearly” | 14% | 7% on average |
| Dentists for kids | Confirmed | 7 of 32 clinics confirm it |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 8 of 32 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)
Treatments it confirms (3)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: children's dentistry focused on prevention; fun, relaxed visits for children claim. (its website)
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Root canal
Its website: root canal and endodontics patient FAQ. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: immediate dentures; complete (full) 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 57 written reviews mention
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8Explains things clearly
2.0× the Palmerston North average.
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7Friendly team
Below the Palmerston North average.
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5Gentle treatment
2.2× the Palmerston North 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
The Palm Medical Centre, Suite 1/445 Ferguson Street, Palmerston North 4410Wheelchair access at the entrance (its listing).
Languages besides English: Cantonese, Croatian, Gujarati, Hindi, Japanese (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for dentists for kids
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Dentalcare New Zealand - Palmerston North
Same building
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Courtney Orthodontics On Elmira
0.4 km · 10 reviews
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Lumino Main Street
0.5 km · 4+ stars in 20+ reviews
Call Lumino Palmerston North
Palmerston North: 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