We appreciate you choosing our practice and we will endeavour to make you feel at ease through every aspect of your treatment. Our dentists value your input and will discuss all options of treatment available to you.
We provide a range of high-quality dental services including cosmetic dentistry (such as crowns and veneers), root canal treatment, hygiene services and even sedation services for our nervous patients.
Our practice was first established in 1995 and we've been transforming smiles ever since. Our Christchurch dentists have a wide area of expertise that includes teeth whitening, implants, safe amalgam filling removal and replacement and implant retained dentures.
Whether you are looking for pain free and gentle dental care or require an affordable dentist in Christchurch that offers flexible payment options, Lumino The Dentists North Avon will make sure you leave smiling.
Address
2 North Avon Road, Richmond, Christchurch, Canterbury 8013
Parking
Free onsite parking
At North Avon Dental Christchurch we’re a friendly team with a great local reputation. Relationships are important to us - it’s one of the reasons why we’ve become the dentist of choice in the area. We’re also committed to providing you with the best in modern dentistry to achieve the best for your oral health.
Come and visit us soon!
Sign up with the Lumino Dental Plan and receive an exam & xray, two hygiene visits, as well as 10% any additional treatments (excluding dental implants & orthodontics). Available at select practices only.
*Terms & Conditions Apply
North Avon Dental brings you the White Dental Beauty Mild, a take-home formulation that's safe and effective - producing visible results in less than a week. Come in and see us for a pre-whitening consultation and your take-home whitening kit.
Why wait for a brilliant smile? With Afterpay you can get treatment now and pay for it in four equal fortnightly payments. Afterpay lets you spread out the cost of your treatment with no added interest and no additional fees! Learn more.
We offer multiple finance options at participating practices with Q MasterCard® and Q Card®. When you use your Q MasterCard® and Q Card® through the EFTPOS machine you automatically get 3 months no payments and no interest. For full priced treatments $300 and over, we offer 18 Months Interest-Free Offer at participating practices. If you don't already have a Q Card® you can apply in one of our practices or click here to apply for a Q MasterCard® online. For more information visit Q MasterCard® or ask at your preferred Lumino Practice.
All of our practices accept all major credit cards, including Visa and MasterCard. Most of our practices also accept American Express and Diners Club. Simply confirm when you book an appointment if you would like to pay using either American Express or Diners Club.
If you have a credit card not listed here, please discuss this with the practice receptionist who will be happy to request payment authorisation with the applicable bank.
You are welcome to settle your account using cash and or EFTPOS.
“– Zara H - Lumino North Avon Patient, May 2024Will from the North Avon Dential Lumino was the best, I haven't had a better experience. I will definitely be going back to see him. They also rung me the next day to see how I was going... amazing customer service!”
“– Stepan H - Lumino North Avon Patient, April 2024You guys made me change my opinion and fear of dentists. It was incredible, not painful at all, explaining the process of what needs to happen and super nice people. The whole team is exceptional. I am almost looking forward to my next dentist appointment. Never thought I would ever say that. Thanks guys!”
“– Anita R - Lumino North Avon Patient, March 2024I have always suffered anxiety at the dentist! I have been going to Luminos for many years as I find the whole team caring and professional in every way. I totally trust Ben, with good reason, he always offers great advice and gets the job done without any problems! ”
“– Brayden T - Lumino North Avon Patient, Aug 2023Elliot is amazing. She has made my dentist experience less daunting, she makes me feel relaxed and is very informative.”
“– Kerry S - Lumino North Avon Patient, Aug 2023Exceptional skill and service. I felt at ease as though I was in the best hands.”
“– Lynda G - Lumino North Avon Patient, March 2023Elliott has been superb with support, explanation, and treatment - could not hope for a better dentist. Diane, the receptionist is welcoming warm, and always cheerful. Overall a pleasant place to visit.”
“– Stefan B - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2022William and his assistant were amazing and made me feel really relaxed as a very nervous patient. Very professional and compassionate.”
“– Christine L - Lumino North Avon Patient, March 2022Very professional yet personable staff who made me feel at ease and that the service given met my needs whilst offering options as required.”
“– Scotty J - Lumino North Avon Patient, Nov 2021I always receive outstanding service, starting from when I arrive. Elliot is very thorough in letting me know what is going to happen prior to it happening. With this service, I don’t fear the next appointment.”
“– Loren P - Lumino North Avon Patient, Sept 2021I've been a client of Ben's since he first took the business over. The service is always 'top notch' professional and efficient, he runs a well-oiled crew our Ben. I have a great relationship with all the staff and I like them a lot. I also look after my teeth better. Highly recommend it, Nga mihi.”
“– Fiona G - Lumino North Avon Patient, July 2021I have always been frightened of the dentist and I was really nervous when I went in. The receptionist was really lovely and welcoming and my meeting with the dentist was really calm. She explained everything she was doing and even let me keep my sunnies on in the chair! Thank so you much for calming my nerves. I worry that I will be a bother when I go to the dentist but I didn't feel like that at all.”
“– Tim E - Lumino North Avon Patient, July 2021Always receipted by lovely reception staff and the dental team are VERY good at explaining the detail of what's occurring in my mouth and what they are doing and why. For the first time in my life, I'm now a regular visitor of the dentist and that's because of the Lumino North Avon team.”
“– Sandra M - Lumino North Avon Patient, July 2021I was very nervous after putting off a visit to the dentist for too long but was made to feel calm and comfortable with the lovely staff.”
“– Ilya K - Lumino North Avon Patient, July 2021Great experience. Calm, fast, friendly and expert service. It was informative and supportive.”
“– Leanne G - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2021My dentist Elliot was just amazing. I have anxiety and she was so caring and professional. Made the whole experience bearable.”
“– Theresa P - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2021The staff at Lumino North Avon were amazing, they explained everything so I could understand and even did a follow up call the next day...Even though I'm nervous about going to the dentist I will definitely go back to Lumino North Avon.”
“– Eirwen P - Lumino North Avon Patient, March 2021I thought it was a lovely touch to receive a phone call the day after my treatment to see how I was doing. I’m quite nervous at the dentist but Lois and the dental nurse were very considerate of this. I used my headphones for meditation to keep me calm whilst I was having the procedure done and I am sure it made a difference. Thank you for your gentle manner Lois.”
“– Hannah C - Lumino North Avon Patient, Feb 2021Elliot is the BEST dentist I’ve ever seen + also the nicest and just such an overall amazing person. Would recommend to anyone.”
“– Candice C - Lumino North Avon Patient, Jan 2021I had no choice but to bring my 8-month-old son to my appointment and the dental hygienist was brilliant with him despite him being a bit grizzly and needing to end up on my lap from the last 10 minutes. This is above and beyond her role but I was extremely grateful to her.”
“– Margaret P - Lumino North Avon Patient, Jan 2021It is great to have such professional care. Dr. Burnard and his assistant as well as the receptionists are great at what they all do! I'm very satisfied with the level of honesty and caring they exhibit. I have rerecommended Lumino to all my friends.”
“– Joy W - Lumino North Avon Patient, October 2020Dr Elliot is amazing she listens and has great empathy. Explaining what she is going to do before and checks your okay while she is doing it. Made me feel at ease the moment I walked in the door. The reception lady is great as well, a lovely friendly face. I would highly recommend Dr Elliot and I will definitely be having regular dental checkups from on.”
Top-notch!
“– Ole H - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2020The service and friendliness I receive from both receptionist and Elliot, my dentist, is always top-notch! ???? Dental Plan is great too. I am a very happy customer!”
Super friendly
“– Amy W - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2020Super friendly team greeted me at the door. I have always had a fear of dentists but was immediately made to feel at ease. My dentist Dr KahErn Sha was extremely patient and helpful. Explained everything well and answered all of my questions. Super pleased and have already booked my next appointment with the team at North Avon.”
Extremely impressed with the care
“– Julie C - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2020I’m a nervous patient and I feel totally supported by the dentists and all the staff, I am extremely impressed with the customer care and treatment. Thank you for being so caring in your approach.”
Positive experience
“– Annie G - Lumino North Avon Patient, June 2020The reception staff were very friendly and welcoming and the dentist and assistant were very informative and reassuring. My experience was overall a very positive one thank you.”
Please note: the range of services and related fees may differ between practices.
