KNIGHT DENTAL SPECIALISTS

Name: Knight Dental Specialists
Address: 60 Tennyson Street, Dunedin, 9016, NZ
Telephone: 03 777 3990

Welcome to our practice

Ellie Knight | Periodontist
Nick Knight | Prosthodontist
Ness Holmquist | Hygienist

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ELLIE KNIGHT

Periodontist

BDS (Otago)

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DClinDent (Perio)

MRACDS(PDS)

Ellie is a Specialist Periodontist, who diagnoses and treats various issues related to the “gums” or the periodontium. She graduated from the University of Otago in 2005 and worked in both private and public sectors in New Zealand and Australia. Ellie completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Periodontology with Distinction in 2010, and a Doctorate in Clinical Periodontology in 2013 with Sir Thomas A. Hunter and University of Otago Doctoral Scholarships. She was also awarded First Prize in Postgraduate Research Presentation Award by the Sir John Walsh Research Institute.

Her field of research is in periodontal epidemiology and oral health quality-of-life; with several peer-reviewed publications (link below). Ellie is called upon as a reviewer for the Clinical Oral Implants Research Journal, globally the most cited paper in implant dentistry.

Ellie is heavily involved in providing continuing education for dental professionals, with various teaching/speaking engagements in both New Zealand and overseas. She is a part of a prestigious global educational group The Osteology Foundation (Switzerland). Ellie is a past Colgate Senior Lecturer and Professional Practice Fellow at the University of Otago, providing clinical postgraduate training.

She particularly enjoys the artistic aspects of periodontology, such as periodontal plastic surgery (root coverage and gingival augmentation).

Ellie’s scope of practice includes:

Treatment of gum diseases, such as periodontitis and peri-implantitis (surgical and non-surgical)
Periodontal plastic surgery to correct gingival (gum) recession
Placement of dental implants for missing teeth or denture stability
Crown lengthening surgery
Orthodontic tooth exposures
Biopsy
Oral hygiene advice and smoking cessation

Click here for Ellie's publications & role at Otago University

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NESS HOLMQUIST

Hygienist

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Ness graduated from the University of Otago in 2007 and has been working in the Central Otago region for over 15 years.

Routine dental cleanings with a hygienist are a fundamental component of maintaining a healthy mouth and strong teeth for life. The purpose of this cleaning is to remove stubborn residual plaque and tartar, that is not able to be removed through daily selfcare (brushing and flossing).

Ness is dedicated to creating a relaxed and positive experience, and takes pride in her very loyal patient following; which is a true testament to her professional skills and respectful interaction.

Her scope of practice includes:

Deep scaling and airflow prophylaxis
Intra-oral radiographs
Administration of local anaesthesia if necessary
Tooth whitening
Digital teeth impressions (intra-oral scans)
Oral hygiene advice and smoking cessation

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NICK KNIGHT

Prosthodontist

BDS (Otago)

DClinDent (Pros)

Nick is a specialist prosthodontist, who diagnoses, treatment plans, rehabilitates and maintains oral function, comfort, and harmonious appearance. While most dentists can treat their patients with implants, bridges, dentures, crowns or veneers, a prosthodontist specialises in these treatments; with skills and knowledge to troubleshoot tricky situations and orchestrate complicated treatment plans.

He graduated from the University of Otago in 2005 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and has worked in both private and public sectors in New Zealand and Australia. Nick completed a Doctorate in Clinical Prosthodontics in 2014, being awarded a grant of $20,000 from the Ministry of Health Oral Research Fund for his research project, Colonisation of acrylic denture-fitting surface by Candida species. The thesis has resulted in several peer-reviewed journal article publications.

He is actively involved in the dental community, including being the past president of the NZ Association of Prosthodontists and Restorative Dentists, and the NZ Dental Association (Dunedin branch). He is engaged in providing education, including various speaking engagements, as well as continued involvement with the Faculty of Dentistry, Otago University.

Nick is passionate about delivering the best quality restorative treatment using the state-of-the-art digital technology, from simple to complex situations.

Nick's scope of practice includes:

Replacing missing teeth including dental implants, bridges and dentures
Restoration of teeth with fillings, dental crowns, and bridges
Restoration of (severely) worn teeth
Aesthetic dental treatment such as veneers and bleaching
Planning and orchestrating complex dental treatment that will involve other specialists