Accent Dentists is a leading cosmetic and general dental clinic located at 332 Ponsonby Road, Auckland, New Zealand. Founded and led by Dr. Matt Sumner BDS, a graduate of the University of Otago and a founding member of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the clinic has built a strong following among Auckland locals, expatriates, and patients who travel from across New Zealand and Australia for specialist cosmetic dental work. With over 300 Google reviews and a philosophy centered on minimally invasive, natural-looking results, Accent Dentists is consistently recognized as one of Ponsonby's most trusted dental practices.
Why Choose Accent Dentists
Accent Dentists stands apart through a combination of credentials, technology, and a patient-centered approach that has sustained its reputation for over two decades. Dr. Matt Sumner is a founding member of both the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (NZACD) and the Dental Implant Network Group, placing him among a small cohort of New Zealand dentists with dedicated cosmetic dentistry certification. The clinic offers complimentary 15-minute cosmetic consultations with Dr. Matt, making specialist advice accessible before any financial commitment. In-house CAD-CAM (CEREC) technology allows ceramic and porcelain crowns to be designed and fitted in a single visit. Free on-site parking is available behind the building, and the practice welcomes patients from across the wider Auckland region and from other cities, including those who fly in specifically for treatment.
Treatments and Specialties
The clinic provides a comprehensive range of cosmetic and general dental services, with a particular focus on aesthetic outcomes that are natural and discreet:
- Porcelain and ceramic veneers: custom-crafted to address chipped, worn, discoloured, or misaligned front teeth with a minimally invasive technique.
- Same-day CEREC crowns: designed, milled, and fitted in a single appointment using in-house CAD-CAM technology.
- Dental implants: single-tooth and full-arch restorations performed by Dr. Matt, a member of the Dental Implant Network Group.
- Smile makeovers and full mouth restorations: combining veneers, crowns, implants, and gum recontouring for complex cases including acid erosion and significant wear.
- Invisalign Go: clear aligner treatment for cosmetic front-tooth alignment, often used prior to veneers or crowns to reduce tooth preparation needs.
- Teeth whitening: Zoom chairside whitening and take-home systems.
- Gum recontouring and laser therapy: gummy smile correction and laser-assisted periodontal treatment.
- General dentistry: checkups, composite fillings, root canal treatment, wisdom teeth extraction, and children's dentistry.
Team and Credentials
Dr. Matthew Sumner BDS graduated from the University of Otago in 1992 and completed further training in facial reconstruction at Waikato Hospital and with a large cosmetic dental team in London before establishing Accent. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is a founding member of the NZACD and the Dental Implant Network Group, as well as a member of the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA). The wider team includes Jade, an oral health therapist offering hygiene, laser periodontal therapy, and general restorative treatments, and a dedicated dental hygienist providing specialist periodontal care.
Facilities and Technology
The Ponsonby clinic is equipped with in-house CAD-CAM (CEREC) technology for same-day ceramic crown fabrication, a dental laser for gum recontouring and periodontal therapy, and digital diagnostic tools. The practice operates to a high standard of sterilization and infection control and is configured as a COVID-safe environment.
International Patient Services
Accent Dentists attracts patients from throughout New Zealand, including those who fly from cities outside Auckland, as well as occasional patients from Australia. Dr. Matt Sumner now offers Zoom video consultations for patients unable to visit in person, enabling pre-treatment planning and second opinions from any location. The clinic provides payment plan options on selected cosmetic treatments, and accepts Visa, Mastercard, EFTPOS, online banking, and cash. For international patients combining a visit to New Zealand with dental work, the Ponsonby location places the clinic within easy reach of central Auckland hotels and the city's international airport.
Location and Access
Accent Dentists is located at 332 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland, New Zealand. Free parking is available directly behind the building. The clinic is easily accessible from Grey Lynn, Herne Bay, St Mary's Bay, Freeman's Bay, Westmere, and central Auckland. Opening hours: Monday 8am to 4pm; Tuesday to Wednesday 8am to 5:30pm; Thursday 8am to 4:30pm (Dr. Matt) and 8am to 6pm (hygienist).
