How it compares in Hamilton
| Fact | This clinic | Hamilton |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 489 | 24 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 9% | 8% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “quick, painless procedures” | 2% | 1% on average |
| Reviews mentioning “at ease when nervous” | 4% | 2% on average |
| Open on Saturdays | Yes | 15 of 62 clinics with listed hours |
| Open on Sundays | Yes | 5 of 62 clinics with listed hours |
| Open until 6:30 pm or later on a weeknight | Yes | 11 of 62 clinics with listed hours |
| Sedation & nervous patients | Confirmed | 9 of 90 clinics confirm it |
| Dentists for kids | Confirmed | 14 of 90 clinics confirm it |
What 489 written reviews mention
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73Friendly team
Close to the Hamilton average.
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29Explains things clearly
1.4× the Hamilton average.
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27Quick and efficient
3.0× the Hamilton average.
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25Fair prices
Close to the Hamilton average.
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19At ease when nervous
2.1× the Hamilton average.
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14Gentle treatment
Below the Hamilton average.
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12Quick, painless procedures
2.5× the Hamilton average.
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11Clean clinic
2.1× the Hamilton average.
Treatments it confirms (5)
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Wisdom teeth & oral surgery
Its website: wisdom teeth information (signs, early removal, infection); simple extraction. (its website)
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Dentists for kids
Its website: children's dentistry (kids' dentist, paediatric); children's dentistry. (its website)
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Emergency dentist
Its website: emergency dental care offered; emergency dental appointments for pain and infection. Its listing shows it open Saturday and Sunday. (its website)
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Dentures
Its website: denture (and crown/bridge) repairs; immediate dentures. (its website)
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Sedation & nervous patients
Its website: sedation options for anxious patients; IV (intravenous) sedation. (its website)
Also mentioned (one source)
- Dental implantsits website
- Veneers & cosmeticits website
Equipment and memberships
- On its website
- 3D printerGeneral anaestheticHappy gas (nitrous oxide)IV sedationIntraoral scanner
- Memberships it lists
- RACDS
Cover and payment
- Cover and payment
- Treats ACC-covered dental injuries. Gives quotes for Work and Income. 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: 481 Anglesea Street
481 Anglesea Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for sedation & nervous patients
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City Smile Dental
Same building · 4.5+ stars in 250+ reviews
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Dental Excellence
0.6 km · 5 reviews
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City Smile Dental
0.6 km · 4+ stars in 50+ reviews
Call Hamilton Dental Emergency Centre
Hamilton Central: open Saturday and Sunday, late on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, emergency appointments, IV sedation.
Sources: Its business listing and patient reviews, Sep 2026 · hamiltonemergencydentist.co.nz, Oct 2026 · Last checked Oct 2026. How we count