Cookie settings

Choose which cookies we may use. You can change your choice at any time with the Cookie settings link at the bottom of every page.

Kinds of cookies

Needed for the site to work, for example to remember your cookie choice and protect our forms. They are always on.

10 necessary cookies in use
NameSet byPurposeKept for
.Site.Member This website Keeps a member signed in. Set only when you sign in to a member account. 30 days from your last visit
site_consent This website Remembers your cookie choices, so we don't ask again on every page. 6 months
.AspNetCore.Antiforgery. (any name starting with this) This website Protects our forms against fake submissions from other websites. Set when you open a page with a form. Until you close the browser
.AspNetCore.Mvc.CookieTempDataProvider This website Shows the confirmation message after you send a form. Set only when you send one, and removed on the next page. Until the next page (at most until you close the browser)
site_visit_source (kept in the browser tab, not a cookie) This website Remembers how you arrived (for example the campaign link you followed), so a form you send tells us which campaign brought you. No ad click IDs unless you allow marketing cookies. Until you close the browser tab
site-region-checked (kept in the browser tab, not a cookie) This website Remembers which practice is nearest to you, during this visit, so your browser asks for your location at most once. Your location itself is never kept. Until you close the tab
site-region-moved (kept in the browser tab, not a cookie) This website Shows the note "You're viewing …" once, on the page we took you to. Until that page opens
site-region-choice (kept in the browser, not a cookie) This website Remembers the practice you chose in the header, so we never move you to another one. Until you clear it
.Site.Visitor This website Recognises your browser so this website can record your visits: the pages you view, when, the site or ad you came from and your type of device. Set by this website only and not shared with anyone. If you send us a form, your visits are linked to the details you gave. Set for every visitor, whatever you choose in the cookie banner. 90 days from your last visit
_GRECAPTCHA Google reCAPTCHA (google.com) Lets Google tell people from automated spam when you use one of our forms. Set by Google once you start filling in a form. 6 months

Help us understand how visitors use the site, so we can improve it. They are only used if you allow them.

1 analytics cookie in use
NameSet byPurposeKept for
site_form_sent (kept in the browser tab, not a cookie) This website Helps us count a form you send once only, so the thank-you page doesn't count it again if your browser shows it again. Set only when you send a form and allow analytics or marketing cookies; holds a random number, nothing about you. Until you close the browser tab

Help us measure our advertising and show you relevant ads on other sites. They are only used if you allow them.

4 marketing cookies in use
NameSet byPurposeKept for
NID Google Maps (google.com) Remembers your Google preferences (such as language) and may be used for Google's ads to people who aren't signed in. Set by Google only if you press Show map on a page with one of our office maps. 6 months
AEC Google Maps (google.com) Helps Google detect spam and fraud. Set by Google only if you press Show map on a page with one of our office maps. 6 months
SOCS Google Maps (google.com) Remembers your choices about Google's own cookies. Set by Google only if you press Show map on a page with one of our office maps. 13 months
__Secure-ENID Google Maps (google.com) Remembers your Google preferences. Set by Google only if you press Show map on a page with one of our office maps. 13 months

More about cookies and privacy
Find a practicePractices

Choose a practice near you

Call us (Tauranga, 07 576 4895)
Request an appointment

Oral Health

Tony’s unexpected oral health journey

Trusting your dentist is really important. It's not just about feeling included in the process, but also about feeling confident in their advice.

  • Dr Sharleen Lu
  • Oral Health

The best types of joys in life are the ones that catch you by surprise.

Let's step into Tony's shoes for a moment—a world where dental appointments ranked low on the excitement scale. Like many, he found himself dodging check-ups and shrugging off dental discomfort. He'd been putting off fixing his teeth for a while, dealing with nagging toothaches caused by old fillings that just wouldn't hold up.

When yet another toothache pushed him to book an appointment at The Dentists, it marked the start of something unexpected—a journey that would not only improve his smile but also uncover joys he hadn't anticipated.

Trusting the process

Trusting your dentist is really important. It's not just about feeling included in the process, but also about feeling confident in their advice.

Sure, anyone can say "you're in safe hands," but actually feeling that level of trust is different. After Tony's first appointment with Dr. Mei, he instantly felt reassured that he was in good hands.

Tony puts it simply, "If I hadn't felt that trust with Dr. Mei, I probably wouldn't have gone through with it."

Tony before & after

With a lifetime of accomplishments traveling the world as a chef and owning successful businesses, Tony didn't really think much about the appearance of his smile, as he has always radiated self-confidence. But when others started noticing the change, it gave him a real boost.

While he hasn't exactly felt a big confidence surge, he's enjoying the positive feedback from family and friends and his new smile.

Better oral health for a better life

Tony's story is truly unique. It's not just about feeling more confident, like most oral health transformations; it's about the surprising joys that come with trusting the process.

We can't avoid dental or any healthcare check-ups, but when we must go, it's important to trust our providers. They need to genuinely care about our well-being and want what's best for us.

Don't let yourself be just another task on someone's to-do list.

By sharing his journey, Tony hopes to encourage others to take care of their oral health. Even if they don't think it's necessary at first, they might be surprised by the positive changes it can bring to their lives.

Laugh, Talk, Eat

Stories and tips for a healthy smile

View all

Oral Health

The hidden impact of jaw pain on your daily life

Picture a world where your laughter is unburdened, conversations flow effortlessly, and meals are enjoyed without a second thought.

Smile Stories

Ian’s smile feels as strong as it looks

From a chipped tooth to long-term oral health, see how understanding the root cause changed Ian’s outcome.

Oral Health

Sedation dentistry: a safe option for dental anxiety

Feeling anxious about dental treatment? Discover how sedation dentistry can help you stay relaxed and comfortable during your procedure.

Oral Health

Is sedation dentistry right for you? Discover your options

Sedation dentistry is a great option if you are anxious or considering complex procedures. Learn about options, safety, and recovery.

Oral Health

How to clean your gums: 3 simple habits for a healthier smile

Your gums do more than hold your teeth in place. They form the foundation of your oral health, and support everything from fresh breath to eating, speaking, and smiling with comfort.

Oral Health

Gum health and diabetes: what you need to know

If you’re living with diabetes, you’ve probably been told to keep an eye on your eyes, kidneys, and heart. But what about your gums?

Better oral health for a better life.

Wellbeing · Confidence · Happiness · Comfort

Perfect oral health is closer than you think. Our team has the expertise, passion and integrity to get you there.

Request an appointment

Staging copy: not the live site