Dental pain can be uncomfortable, and in some cases unbearable. It can keep you from performing day-to-day activities like working, eating, or even sleeping. We understand this, which is why we aim to provide same-day emergency treatment if you are experiencing intense dental pain.
 
In case of a pain-based emergency, one of our dentists will give you pain medication for immediate pain relief, following which you may be asked to come back for a procedure or further examination depending on the dental problem.

Our emergency dentist will try to solve your painful condition as soon as possible , and can also organise specialised services(AFTER-HRS) of more experienced dentist in some complicated cases. Any extra charges will be disclosed to you at the time of initial consultation.

We are ACC providers and we offer free no obligation WINZ (Work and Income New Zealand) Quotes depending upon eligibility of patients. We are merchants for Q-Card , and Gem Visa. Unless stated otherwise, we will take payment for your treatment on the day.

The thought of wisdom tooth extraction is sufficient to upset general population, due to lot of general misconceptions which are baseless. On the contrary, wisdom tooth extraction is just like any other tooth extraction process and can be carried out by either an experienced dentist or a specialist oral and maxillo-facial surgeon.

Dr. Rahul Gautam has received formal training during his hospital based post graduate training in paediatric dentistry from PGIMER, Chandigarh, India in the field of minor oral surgery involving wisdom teeth extractions under local anaesthetic, with or without IV sedation and under General anaesthesia in more demanding cases . We are the most sought after dental practice for wisdom tooth removal in Tuakau as we have been doing these procedures for a long time, and can make the process as painless and hassle free as possible.

What to expect at a wisdom tooth consultation appointment ?

A wisdom tooth pain consultation process involves an x-ray of your mouth to ascertain the shape of the roots of the tooth and level of impaction and to plan the procedure needs to be carried out. The dentist will talk to you upfront about the details of the procedure along with the costs involved or the payment options involved if you are not able to afford the payment upfront . We are not a corporate practice and have been offering wisdom tooth extraction services at highly competitive rates; a factor you will be able to notice instantly when you consider wisdom teeth removal cost in an around Waikato.

After the initial appointment you can either get the procedure completed on the same day or schedule another appointment . On the day of the procedure, you will be given local anaesthesia after topical gel to numb the area near the tooth that needs to be removed. The numbness can last from 2-3 hrs and up to 24 hrs depending upon the anaesthetic used. Slight pressure will be noted at the time the tooth is being removed.

A procedure involving wisdom teeth surgery on an average usually takes about 20 minutes. However, the procedure can take longer in other cases.

At Tuakau Dental Centre, we endeavour to make wisdom tooth extraction as pleasant as possible. We make use of the latest in dental equipment, including dental drills specifically designed for oral surgery, for wisdom tooth extraction. Our dentists will handle all your queries beforehand as well so that you full informed and are able to remain calm and comfortable during the procedure.

If you have pain in your teeth, you may have a tooth cavity and need a filling.

Why? 

If you have a partial tooth decay, the affected part of the tooth is drilled into, to completely remove the decayed section of the tooth. The removed tooth part is then replaced with what is known as a filling. 

Fillings are available in many different types, but the most common type is composite resin, which is white in colour. This comes in many shades, and a shade that matches your teeth will be chosen to achieve the most natural looking finish. Other types of fillings are also available at our clinic. You can discuss this with the dentist during your consultation. 

Fillings also provide protection to the tooth to prevent further cavities from forming. They improve tooth strength, which is useful for biting and chewing, and overall dental health.

When a tooth is severely infected or injured all the way to the soft tissue at the bottom of the tooth’s root, it is likely that a root canal may be needed. If not treated promptly, the infected tooth can cause severe pain or an abscess. 

Root canal treatments remove the infection entirely from the decayed tooth, all the way to the tissue. This is done by removing the decayed sections of the tooth. 

Root Canals, once completed, are followed with restorative treatments such as fillings, or crowns. 

Fillings and crowns seal the tooth and protect it from forming infections in the future. They also help with the appearance of the tooth, so you are not left with just a part of your tooth.

Dentures are a set of artificial teeth that are fitted into an acrylic base which look like your gums. There are used as a replacement for actual teeth when someone has had some or all of their teeth removed. 

At Tuakau Dental Centre, we can construct partial dentures or complete upper and lower dentures. We also offer immediate dentures, that are constructed prior to the teeth removal, so you can transition into your dentures right after your procedure is done on the same day, without having to undergo a waiting period. 

If your dentures are broken or don’t fit you properly anymore, our dentists can help you with fixing your dentures as well.

For some children and adults, a dental procedure can be very stressful, and they may find it difficult to relax during the procedure - which is why a patient can opt-in for conscious sedation if they are feeling anxious. 

Tuakau Dental Centre provides IV or intravenous sedation, oral sedation, N2O (Nitrous Oxide) and O2 sedations, which are all tried and tested methods of dental sedations used to make a patient feel relaxed and comfortable through any type of procedure. 

If you are keen to opt-in for sedation, one of our dentists can recommend a sedation type taking your preference into consideration. This is done prior to the procedure.