Dr Sam

Sam is a highly skilled dentist who has worked both in public and private settings. He is an enthusiastic and passionate clinician who has excellent communication skills and a wonderfully warm and gentle presence. After graduating from Otago University in 2013 with a Bachelor in Dental Surgery, Sam started his career working in Auckland hospital, treating medically unwell patients and working as part of the maxillofacial surgical team, where he furthered his skills in surgically removing wisdom teeth. When he moved into private practice in Wellington in 2015, he was interested in all areas of dentistry but particularly enjoying looking at the long-term picture for his clients with a focus in preventative care and minimal intervention dentistry. Sam is passionate about travelling and has been fortunate to be able to use his skills to treat children in the Himalayas with limited access to care. Although Sam finds alleviating pain rewarding, he would rather emphasise the importance of prevention, building a relationship of trust and avoiding intrusive procedures where possible. Sam has been working abroad and travelling for the last couple of years and is excited to return to Wellington to be closer to family and the great outdoors.