How it compares in Wellington
| Fact | This clinic | Wellington |
|---|---|---|
| Written patient reviews | 28 | 23 at the middle clinic |
| Reviews that are 1–2 stars | 11% | 7% on average |
| Root canal | Confirmed | 35 of 188 clinics confirm it |
| Dentists for kids | Confirmed | 37 of 188 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 The Dentists Karori Dental Centre for a lifetime of smiles. We are based in Marsden Village which is located at the city end of Karori and only 10 minutes from the CBD of Wellington City. We always strive to provide quality dentistry in a personal and caring manner. Over the past 23 years Lumino The Dentists Karori Dental Centre has gained a reputation for being a caring and professional dental practice for the whole family.”
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: 146 Karori Road
146 Karori Road, Karori, Wellington 6012Wheelchair access at the entrance and toilet (its listing).
Languages besides English: Cantonese, Croatian, Gujarati, Hindi, Japanese (its website).
Nearest clinics also confirmed for root canal
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Thorndon Dental Surgery
2.3 km · 4.5+ stars in 20+ reviews
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Capital Dental The Terrace
2.3 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
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Discover Dental Wellington
2.4 km · 4.5+ stars in 100+ reviews
Call Karori Dental Centre Wellington
Karori: 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