Northwest Dental
296 Wairakei Rd
8053, Christchurch
+6433598300

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 8h-17h
  • tuesday: 8h-17h
  • wednesday: 8h-17h
  • thursday: 8h-17h
  • friday: 8h-16:30
  • saturday: (closed)

At Northwest Dental we provide teamwork and high quality care, customized to our patients wants and needs, delivered with compassion and respect.

Our comment from Best Dentists Club about Northwest Dental:

Northwest Dental is a highly regarded dental clinic in Christchurch, New Zealand, known for its exceptional service and professionalism. Patients consistently express their satisfaction with the friendly and welcoming atmosphere created by the entire team. The clinic is particularly praised for:

  • Outstanding Dentists: Dentists like Chris and Amelia are frequently highlighted for their expertise and compassionate approach, making every visit comfortable and stress-free.
  • Efficient Service: Many clients have experienced quick appointments and efficient treatment, ensuring minimal waiting times and effective care.
  • Personalized Care: The team takes the time to explain treatment options clearly, addressing all patient concerns and tailoring their approach to individual needs.
  • Accommodating Staff: The reception team is known for their understanding and ability to accommodate urgent requests, ensuring patients receive timely care.

Customers have shared their positive experiences and often recommend Northwest Dental for its dedication to providing top-notch dental care in a supportive environment.

Northwest Dental: Reviews

5/5 (52 Reviews)
Kylie H 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Northwest Dental really take any fear away of going to the Dentist. Can’t speak highly enough of the service and professionalism from the entire team. I see Amelia who is outstanding!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Kylie for writing Amelia and team such a wonderful review. It was really nice to meet you at your first appointment. We look forward to seeing you again in a couple of months.

George Pottinger 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and cost effective. GP

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, George for the review. Amelia and team always enjoy your visits. See you next time!

Monica Richards 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Chris and his associates for many years. Given I am missing several teeth, he has been excellent at protecting my other teeth which are naturally under additional stress. When I need treatment, he is clear at communicating the different option plans and associated costs. Occasionally I have gone to Amelia Yu who is his current associate. She has been very communicative and efficient explaining what she is doing at each stage. When I have had unexpected issues, they have fitted me or my children in as appropriate as befits the pain level ie same day when in son was in a lot of pain, 1 week when no pain but tooth a bit cracked. Highly recommend.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Monica for taking the time to write us a fabulous review. Chris, Amelia and team, pride ourselves on our professional care and service.

David Bannan 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chris Kennedy has been my dentist for many years, with a mouth full of fillings from years gone by. Chris has saved my teeth. I have no fears of going to the dentist, I'm always made to feel relaxed and welcomed. I thoroughly recommend Chris and Northwest Dental. David

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, David for your outstanding review. Chris and the Northwest Dental team appreciate it.

gavin walkinshaw 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amelia very effectively dealt with my broken tooth and her and her DA were pleasant and courteous. Great service. Gavin Walkinshaw

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Gavin for your fantastic review. Amelia and the Northwest Team appreciate you taking the time to write it. We look forward to seeing you again.

Dene Maddren 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Chris always impresses with his thorough professional approach one of the best if not the best dental practitioner I have encountered in Christchurch

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thanks, Dene for your outstanding review. Chris appreciates you taking the time to write it. The team @ Northwest Dental

Grant Hunter 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: I've been a long-term patient of Northwest Dental, recent years with dentist Chris Kennedy. Always been great hands, just the right amount of expert care and caring attention. I'm in good hands and no hesitation to recommend Northwest Dental to others. Thank you

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Grant for taking the time to write an amazing review for Chris and team. They are dedicated to providing the best service to all patients.

David White 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Many thanks to you, Chris & your assistant for the effort you recently put in to replace my broken tooth. The result is fantastic.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your wonderful review, David. Chris and the team love good results.

Chris Gowar 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Let's face it, no-one enjoys going to the dentist! But I have to say, when I visit Northwest Dental and Chris Kennedy I'm no longer filled with dread at the thought of a pending appointment - I instantly feel at ease on arrival and always leave very happy with a job well done. Chris is very gentle, knows his stuff, and he and his staff are a pleasure to deal with. I totally recommend!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thanks, Chris for leaving Chris Kennedy and staff a marvelous review. It's very appreciated. See you next time.

Michael Thwaites 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: NWD is absoluely superb in all aspects. Deidre on frount of house is warm, friendly and professsional as was the chair side assistant whose name I am sorry I cannot recall. Chris has been my dentist for a number of years and is fantastic. Really good work on this sorry rack of dentine that inhabit my mouth and knew exactly when to refer for further specailist treatment. I didn't even feel the dental block going in and the whole thig was painless. Really impressed.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Michael, for writing a wonderful review. The team at Northwest Dental really appreciate it. We look forward to seeing you next year.

Kris LaVenia 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very happy with our new dentist's office. The staff are all wonderful and we highly recommend.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Kris for choosing Northwest Dental to take care of your families dental treatment. We look forward to seeing you next year. The Team at Northwest Dental

Carly August 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have attended regular hygienist appointments with Kirstine for many years and trust her high quality service completely! I am much more relaxed in the chair these days, and even look forward to my appointments, because I get to catch up with her (briefly) and the other friendly staff, and feel great once the job's done!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for the fantastic review, Carly. Kirstine and staff really appreciate it. See you at your next visit.

Tim Robb 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Exam, xray, and extraction all within 30min, expertly done anaesthetic and beside manner. Wonderful people, cheap prices, and truly expert skills. Will be coming back for future checkups, even if I move to the other side of town!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your great review, Tim. Amelia and team really appreciate it.

John Marks 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Having had two earlier appointments with Amelia past two years, one of which required surgery to a tooth, I knew my recent annual checkup appointment would be a pleasure. I can heartily recommend Amelia's dentistry skills, and her careful attention to every detail - and the supporting staff make the whole experience care-free.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, John for your wonderful review. Amelia appreciates it, + the valuable garden advise!

Tim Klingenberg 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great service - been going here for years and the team always look after me. Full confidence that Dr Kennedy only does what is needed, at top quality.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Tim for writing Chris and team a wonderful review. It's really appreciated. See you at your next check up.

JD Daunton 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: NW Dental are very professional and offer a complete dental health service. I appreciate their interest in my dental health, not just filling fillings, next person please.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, John for taking the time to write us a review. Northwest Dental pride ourselves on our professional care and service.

Darren Shand 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Always great service from all the team at NW Dental Centre.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Darren, for writing us a great review. The team really appreciates it.

jesse james 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Quick appointments and great staff very happy with the work done.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you Jesse for your positive review. The team at NW Dental really appreciate it.

Michelle Pinkney 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend the team at Northwest Dental highly enough. The reception crew was so understanding when I needed urgent dental care and the dental treatment I received from Chris was outstanding. Thanks to his expertise and excellent care my dental problems were resolved and I am so happy with the result. I avoided the hygienist for many years but Kirstine was wonderfully caring and I now have squeaky clean teeth.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Michelle for the shining review. The team at Northwest make a concerted effort of listening and providing the best possible care, for every patient. We look forward to seeing you again.

Wendy 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent service and lovely staff. Was welcomed by the lovely team at the front desk and made to feel very comfortable. Amelia did a great job with my broken tooth and the cost was very reasonable. Highly recommend!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Wendy for such a positive review. It was lovely to meet you, as well! We look forward to seeing you again for any further dental requirements. Amelia and the Northwest Staff.

John Wilson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Have been going to Northwest Dental for years and they consistently provide a great personable service by all their wonderful staff. Highly recommend!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, John, for your outstanding review. Amelia and the team value your support. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Bonnie 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The staff at Northwest Dental are great. The dental hygienists always do an excellent job and my dentist Amelia is outstanding. She explains everything so well and offers plenty of advice for dental care. I highly recommend Amelia to anyone who needs a kind, caring & professional dentist.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Lauren, Amelia and team appreciate your amazing review. We look forward to seeing you again at your next dental appointment.

Angeline 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have quite bad anxiety and going to the dentist is a nightmare for me. Ask for Amelia! She was absolutely incredible, made me feel comfortable and safe and all my appointments with her were quick and easy, brilliant dentist. highly recommend Northwest Dental!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Angeline, we're glad Amelia made your visit a lot easier. It's important to Amelia and team to make our patients feel at ease.

Warren Thorpe 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My recent help from Northwest Dental was very prompt, extremely efficient from all the staff and resulted in minimal pain and stress on my part. One very satisfied patient.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Warren, for taking the time to write a wonderful review for Amelia and staff. The team really appreciates it. See you next time.

Matt W 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Chris for around 6 years now. He is very professional and communicates well if there is any work that needs to be done. The rest of the staff are very friendly as well. Thanks for being a great dentist!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your great review, Matt. Chris and the Northwest Team really appreciate it. See you at your next visit.

Robert Bolam 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great friendly service as usual, feel well looked after, I've been coming to this practice for years, consistently good, thanks guys.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Robert, we really appreciate your review. The team look forward to seeing you again.

Felix Hogers 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great dentist would recommend.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Felix for your kind review. It's really appreciated. The Team @ Northwest Dental

Karen Mckenzie 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Have been going to Chris for many years and would not see anyone else! He is an empathetic caring professional man who gets to know his patients and treats them accordingly as individuals. I never feel rushed and trust him whole heartedly with the decisions he makes and the guidance he gives me. The same goes for Kirstine and the rest of staff. Highly recomment Northwest Dental !!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your wonderful review, Karen. Chris and staff appreciate your loyalty and being a long time patient.

Laurent Le Quellec 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great dentist practise, I went for an overdue dental check and was seen by Amelia. Really professional and great communication, I highly recommend.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for writing Amelia a wonderful review, Laurent. It's appreciated. See you at your next visit. The Team @ Northwest Dental

esther weaver 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The family have always been patients of the Northwest Dental. Since making Christchurch NZ our home 39 years ago Mr Kennedy has been the family dentist. The clinic has a friendly staff, very professional & always great service. We recommend Northwest Dental anytime.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Esther, for your wonderful review. We pride ourselves on our friendly atmosphere and professionalism. The team at Northwest Dental

Cori Mckay 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I avoided dentists for 6 years (once I had to pay for them myself) and tend to get a bit of anxiety having people up in my mouth. I cannot recommend the team enough, everyone has made me feel more than comfortable, and the team have gone above and beyond to let me know about cancelled appointments if I’ve let them know I need to come in sooner than what is available. I don’t avoid the ‘dreaded’ dental check up anymore and was shocked that the price was extremely reasonable. Safe to say I won’t avoid the dentist for another 6 years. Super friendly bunch of bananas!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Cori for your amazing review. We're so pleased to hear you've found a dental team you can feel relaxed with! We'll see you at your next dental examination and hygiene appointment. The Team @ Northwest Dental.

Harrison Mckay 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I live on the West Coast but going to Northwest Dental in Christchurch is worth it! The staff are so friendly and accommodating, and the dental work I received from Amelia was fantastic

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you Harrison for your amazing review. Amelia is awesome! So glad you come from the West Coast to see us. We look forward to seeing you again. The Team @ Northwest Dental

Christine & Tony Simons 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Chris Kennedy - the best dentist in Christchurch, without any doubt.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave Chris a review! We truly value our patients and are thankful for your continued support. The Team at Northwest Dental

Olive Screen 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Professional service always from Chris and his team…and they’re are friendly lot too/ I travel past an entire city of dentists I could access easier than Chris but there isn’t one I trust more. He doesn’t do things for the sake of it and touches your mouth lightly. His Hygenist is also the most thorough I have ever had. I’ve been going here for approximately 25 years and I’m not going anywhere else. Chris isn’t allowed to retire.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Olive for your wonderful review. Chris and staff really appreciate it. The team at Northwest Dental

Annie R 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Chris Kennedy is the best Dentist I've ever had. When I moved cities for a number of years, I was unable to find the same high level of expertise, professionalism and friendly customer service. When I moved back to Chch, I galloped back to Northwest Dental and am thrilled to have Chris as my Dentist, once again...and once again ...I received a high level of expertise, up-to-date knowledge and professionalism , with the same warm humour that put me istantly at ease. His integrity and high level of care is greatly appreciated...as was the friendliness and helpfulness of the centre staff. It's not often you hear someone say they are looking forward to going to the dentist...but I do I loved

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you Annie for your amazing review. Chris and his staff really appreciate it. We look forward to seeing you at your next visit.

Alastair Picken 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have needed to visit for two filling replacements and a broken tooth in the last month (pretty unlucky!) however, the service and treatment I have received has been excellent. Amelia is calm and friendly, explains the treatment and always put me at ease. Highly recommend.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Alastair for your kind review. It's really appreciated. Amelia

Louise Wilson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amelia is a lovely person who is always kind and empathetic. I never worry about an upcoming visit because she does her best to make me feel as comfortable as possible. She is a fantastic dentist and I know any work she does is of the utmost quality.All the staff at Northwest Dental put me at my ease. I highly recommend the practice.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for the wonderful review, Louise. It's really appreciated. Amelia.

Kaitlyn Martin 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Have been here for a bout 1.5 years after recently moving to Christchurch. Have found them to be well organised and easy to book appointments with, and appointments actually start on time reliably. Other dentists have quoted really high prices and recommended quite invasive/expensive surgery right away for a weird tooth that I have, but I like that the team at Northwest suggested a conservative approach and took the time to see what solution would be best over the long run rather than just making money of my teeth. Have always found the team friendly and technically skilled so there is never any pain!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Kaitlyn. The Northwest Team appreciated your wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment.

Phil Griffiths 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Always get the best of care, guidance on options and results from Chris and his team. Have been a patient for more years than I can remember!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Phil. The Northwest Team appreciate your superb review. We look forward to seeing you next time.

Mark Radburnd 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very professional, great service and follow up. Would certainly recommend. They are a first class team.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your wonderful review, Mark. The team really appreciates it.

Shayne Crimp 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Chris, Kirstine and their team have provided a professional, proactive and preventative approach to my dental care at a reasonable cost. This is exactly what I was looking for in a dental clinic.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Shayne, Chris and Kirstine really appreciate your review. The team look forward to seeing you again.

Jordan Widodo 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and great service from reception and doctor. I was only in Christchurch for two days and needed a consultation on a painful jaw but also needed a clean before flying overseas in two days, no bookings available for the cleaning unfortunately. So I came in for the consultation and then doctor offered to do a quick clean before her next patient. Super super grateful for this as it was very difficult to get a clean while travelling, thank you so much!!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you for your wonderful review, Jordan. Glad we could help. We look forward to seeing you again, next time you are back in Christchurch.

Peter Creagh 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: After going to Steve Simmons for years who retired a few years ago from this practise I was nervous about how well I would like his replacement Amelia and I am happy to say the transition has been seamless.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Thank you, Peter for the review you gave me on google. I really appreciate it. Amelia Yu

Andrew Wolter 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and professional service from Kristine and Chris. Best ever clean from Kristine! Chris made me feel relaxed and did what was required in a consultative and reassuring manner. Thanks guys.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Paul, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review. Chris and Kirstine appreciate your kind words and support! We look forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards, The Team at Northwest Dental

sunjeet khokhar 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have been consulting Dr Jennifer at NW Dental and she has been excellent . Clear communication , solid with her analysis and the support staff have been outstanding too highly recommend the Team @ NW Dental

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Sunjeet, Thank you very much for the review! Jennifer is so pleased to hear such positive feedback. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, The Team at Northwest Dental

Mohamed Serag 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve just had my teeth done by Kirstine and it was a great experience..TBH I was a bit scared to get a hygienist appointment for a long time but she made it super easy.. Thank you☺️

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Mohamed, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review! Kirstine appreciates your kind words and support! We look forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards, The Team at Northwest Dental

John Taylor 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have always found Chris to be very friendly and competent. My family and friends continue to recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great dentist.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi John, Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! Kind regards, The Team at Northwest Dental

bronze templeton 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Thanks Amelia Yu for your dental treatment. You were an awesome dentist. I will come back to see you again :)

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Bronze, Amelia appreciates your support and kind words. Thank you very much for your review! Kind regards, The Team at Northwest Dental

Tiffany Burke 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: These ladies are amazing. Son hurt his mouth in a trampoline accident on Sunday, and they saw us quick smart and then back again today to remove a tooth. So kind and caring and thoughtful. Highly recommend!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Tiffany, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are glad to hear that you are happy with the treatment your son received! Kind Regards, Northwest Dental

Krystal Chapman 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Chris Kennedy is the best dentist ever!!! I had such bad teeth and he fixed them with like no pain! Best dentist experience ever!

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Krystal, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review! We truly value our patients and are thankful for your continued support. Kind Regards, Northwest Dental

RJ OB 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: chris kennedy is a great dentist.warm friendly and gentle and trustworthy

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Rachel, Thank you very much for your review and support! Kind Regards, Northwest Dental

Pamela Brighton 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Chris Kennedy is a fantastic dentist who won't rip you off or tell you you need treatments or procedures you don't. After a bad experience with 2 dentists in christchurch I'd definitely say Chris is stand out and will be the only one I go to from now on. Staff are lovely. No tvs on the ceiling that you're forced to watch and can't hear! Just good dentistry. Parking is a bit of an issue so go early.

Northwest Dental
Northwest Dental

Hi Pamela, Chris greatly appreciates your kind words. We are so grateful for the support we receive from our wonderful patients! Kind Regards, Northwest Dental

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