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CHANGING THE FACE OF NORTHLAND ONE SMILE AT A TIME

Changing the face of Northland,
one smile at a time

 

Here at Kowhai Dental, we know that dental health is not just about white smiles. It’s about having strong teeth and healthy gums throughout your life. Our mission is to help our patients accomplish these goals in a compassionate and efficient way. By combining the latest technology with superior techniques, we give our patients the best care in Northland.

We aim to educate our patients about their dental health, while offering exceptional, comprehensive care. We understand that many people have anxiety about dental treatment, so we have created a calming, yet state-of-the-art environment and a scheduling system that never keeps you waiting long. We are conveniently located in Central Whangarei with plenty of on-site parking.

 

 
 
 

Dentists

 
 

All of our dentists have received their Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery, making them highly skilled in the art of dentistry.

 
 
 
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JEFFREY JOY, D.D.S.
JEFFREY JOY, D.D.S.

DENTIST

Jeff graduated from the University of Southern California – School of Dentistry (USA) in 1987 with his Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery. After graduation, he went on to own two large dental practices in the Los Angeles area for 20 years, before moving with his family to Whangarei in 2007. Jeff went on to design and lead the build of the new Kowhai Dental facility on Maunu Road, which opened in 2009.

Jeff's extensive training and experience includes advanced endodontics, complex restorative care as well as cosmetic dentistry, including modern, short-term orthodontics.

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CINDY MILLER, D.M.D.
CINDY MILLER, D.M.D.

DENTIST

Cindy graduated from Southern Illinois University – School of Dental Medicine (USA) in 2000 with her Doctorate degree in Dental Medicine.

She went on to own a private practice for 16 years, gaining advanced training in cosmetic, endodontic and complex restorative care, before moving to Whangarei in 2014.

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MATTHIAS STAMM, D.D.S., Ph.D
MATTHIAS STAMM, D.D.S., Ph.D

DENTIST

Matthias graduated from the University of Freiburg (Germany) in 1995 with his Doctorate degree in Dental Surgery. He continued his studies to include Implantology and Periodontology. Matthias went on to become an Associate Professor of Oral Surgery and Implantology at the University of Dusseldorf, followed by ownership of a private clinic in Overath, Germany.

He moved to Whangarei in 2016 and joined the team at Kowhai Dental in May, 2017. He continues to be a world-renown speaker on Implantology and Restorative Dentistry.

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TAYLOR WORKMAN, D.D.S.
TAYLOR WORKMAN, D.D.S.

DENTIST

Taylor graduated from the University of Illinois – Chicago (USA) in 2005. After being an associate dentist for two years, he opened his own private dental practice in Broomfield, Colorado where he worked for 10 years. Taylor recently moved to Whangarei and is excited to be a part of the team at Kowhai Dental. Taylor has continued his education in many aspects of dentistry, with a keen interest in implants, dentures on implants and cosmetic dentistry, including Fastbraces.

BRYAN ENGHIRST, D.D.S.
BRYAN ENGHIRST, D.D.S.

DENTIST

Bryan graduated from the University of Washington (USA) with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2004. Bryan’s experience spans advanced reconstructive techniques and complex cosmetic cases in Chicago, Illinois to place-based oral health care in several remote Alaskan native villages. He also owned and operated a private practice in Eagle River, Alaska for over a decade.

Bryan is committed to helping patients gain the confidence of a healthy smile. He moved to Whangarei in 2019 for the opportunity to collaborate with the team of professionals at Kowhai Dental on general dentistry, cosmetic, and restorative care.

Adam Gentry, D.D.S.
Adam Gentry, D.D.S.

DENTIST

Adam graduated from the University of Colorado (USA) in 2012 with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Adam has worked across the world to help others achieve ideal oral health, including a private practice in both Colorado and Texas in which he provided world class care ranging from implant placements for missing teeth to esthetic full mouth rehabilitation. He also spent almost three years working as the Chief dentist on the island of Saipan where he performed many surgical procedures that were unavailable anywhere else on island.

Adam and his family relocated to Whangarei in 2019 for the opportunity to work with the amazing team at Kowhai Dental and to help the people of the Northland achieve their best oral health and beautiful smile.

 
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Hygienists

Meet our friendly, caring and highly qualified professionals.

 
 
 
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WENDY WILLIAMS, R.D.H., BSc
WENDY WILLIAMS, R.D.H., BSc

HYGIENIST

Wendy graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, Summa Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico.

She worked in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico before coming to New Zealand 22 years ago where she worked in Periodontal practice in Auckland before joining the team at Kowhai Dental in early 2019.

Wendy has further her education with training in Dental Endoscopy (Perioscopy) in California, had the honour of having one of her cases published in American Periodontal textbook in 2015 and has lectured and trained hygienists in New Zealand and the U.S.

JASMINE KAMBOJ
JASMINE KAMBOJ

ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Jasmine graduated from the University of Otago in 2018 with a Bachelor of Oral Health degree. She is a dedicated and enthusiastic Oral Health Therapist who is qualified to provide both dental hygiene and dental therapy services.

Jasmine is patient-oriented and committed to helping patients achieve and maintain exceptional oral health.