How it compares in Whanganui
| Fact | This clinic | Whanganui |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 20 | 31 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 10% | 8% on average |
| Dentists for kids | Confirmed | 2 of 11 clinics confirm it |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 2 of 11 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)
“Welcome to Lumino Whanganui - Your Family Dentist in Whanganui. We're 100% committed to your health and dental wellbeing. Located at 161 Wicksteed Street in the heart of Whanganui, we're a friendly, affordable dental practice with a hardworking and dedicated team. We have four experienced dentists, a talented oral health therapist and a wonderful team of support staff, led by practice manager, Michelle.”
Treatments it confirms (3)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: fun, relaxed visits for children claim; children's dentistry. (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: 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
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: 161 Wicksteed Street
161 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui 4500Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Cantonese, Croatian, Gujarati, Hindi, Japanese (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for dentures
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The Dentists - Whanganui
Same building · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Victoria Dental
0.6 km · 4.5+ stars in 50+ reviews
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Dentist On Glasgow . Wanganui
1.1 km · 4+ stars in 20+ reviews
Call Lumino Whanganui
Whanganui: 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