Dr John Morton
John trained at Otago University, and has spent the past 27+ years practising in Christchurch, and has built up a loyal following of patients.
Before opening Morton Dentistry with wife Kristin, John’s last permanent pre-quake dental surgery was in the BNZ House, overlooking Cathedral Square as a member of the Christchurch Dental Group.
John gained experience in London, where he went after university to indulge his love of cricket, gave John both advanced skills and a strong interest in complex restorative procedures such as crowns and bridges, as well as everyday dental health.
“Dentistry is something that is so personal, and dental health so dependent on what happens in the rest of a person’s life, that you can’t be doing good work if you’re treating teeth in isolation.”
Dr Kristin Morton
Kristin trained at Otago University and has worked many a Christchurch dental clinic in her twenty years-plus as a dentist. Before the earthquakes she was in practice with John at the Christchurch Dental Group in Cathedral Square.
Loyalty, caring and mutual respect are some of the reasons Dr Kristin Morton loves working with long term patients.
Kristin is firmly on the side of preventive care, and planning for good oral health.
“We like to ask people ‘where do you want to go? Teeth can have such a big impact on overall health, as well as peoples’ confidence and ability to really feel good in the world. I love nothing more than to see somebody really shine as a result of great cosmetic dentistry.”
Dr Lucy Oldfield
Lucy graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago. Following graduation, Lucy worked in both Christchurch and Auckland Hospitals where she gained skills working with children, medically complex patients and in surgical procedures. She then spent a year working in Rural Waikato before returning home to Christchurch.
Lucy enjoys all areas of general dentistry and regularly attends continuing education courses to keep up to date with advancements in dentistry.
Out of dentistry Lucy enjoys baking, a good book, and getting outdoors, where you will often find her exploring the Port Hills.
Dr John Burton
Dr John Burton is a highly regarded dentist in the Wellington area. He went through training in general and cosmetic dentistry, and gained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 1977.
He and his team create a happy and relaxing atmosphere for clients, while also trying to have some fun – he believes he has the most comfortable dental chair in town, paired with the best music and videos on the ceiling!
Dr John’s special interests include cosmetic dentistry (crowns and porcelain and composite veneers), gum health(Periodontics and laser assisted periodontal treatment), dental implants, Invisalign (invisible…
Show more...Dr John Burton is a highly regarded dentist in the Wellington area. He went through training in general and cosmetic dentistry, and gained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 1977.
He and his team create a happy and relaxing atmosphere for clients, while also trying to have some fun – he believes he has the most comfortable dental chair in town, paired with the best music and videos on the ceiling!
Dr John’s special interests include cosmetic dentistry (crowns and porcelain and composite veneers), gum health(Periodontics and laser assisted periodontal treatment), dental implants, Invisalign (invisible braces), and the restoration of worn teeth and mouth. He is also passionate about the safe removal of mercury amalgam fillings.
He is particularly interested in full mouth dental implant rehabilitation as well, having used the the Straumann “Pro Arch” concept, “new teeth in a day” and the Nobel Biocare “all on four” concept successfully with many of his patients.
John also does a lot of dental charity work, especially enjoying doing free dentistry for the homeless at the DCM centre in Taranaki St in Wellington, and also in Wairoa for the Ngati Pauawera Development trust.
When he isn’t on his dental chair, he is likely outdoors – bush-bashing with his two dogs, skiing in New Zealand or Japan, surfing, windsurfing, biking or doing yoga. (Or even at a concert)
Dr Younes Al Obaidi
Younes graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from The University of Dundee, Scotland in 2014. Through his almost ten years of practice, he has gained valuable experience in all aspects of General Dentistry; with a keen interest in a patient-centred approach to dental diagnosis and treatment.
Younes keeps up to date with educational courses and the latest evidence-based dentistry to ensure his patients receive the very best of care.
In his free time, Younes is a keen cyclist in the port hills and enjoys hiking around the South Island if there is a good weather window!
Sara Gunnarsdottir
Sara graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Oral Health. She is passionate about building a rapport with her patients.
Sara was born in Iceland and moved to Otago at a young age with her parents, older brother and twin brother. She boarded at St Kevin’s College before moving to the University of Otago to further her study.
In her own time Sara enjoys cooking, travelling around NZ and spending time with friends and family.
Sara has previously worked for the Christchurch District Health Board treating children.