ABOUT US
We are a long-standing dental practice based in the heart of Christchurch. With decades of experience and a compassionate approach, Cathedral Dental Centre is proud to serve the local community with high-quality, personalised care.
Our modern clinic on Colombo Street is purpose-built, welcoming, and fully equipped to provide a broad range of dental services — from routine check-ups to advanced restorative and cosmetic treatments.
We believe in creating a calm, respectful environment where every patient feels heard and cared for. Whether you're visiting for a regular appointment or something more complex, our goal is to help you maintain a healthy, confident smile.
Our team includes experienced general dentists and qualified oral health therapists who are committed to excellence in patient care, continuing education, and community wellbeing.
OUR HISTORY
Our practice has been in the Christchurch CBD since 1962. Post-quake, we committed, rebuilt and we are still serving locals in the city we love.
The dental practice was started by Mo Parr. He was joined later in 1962 by Ray Collins. The surgery was located on first floor of the Sevicke Jones Building at 53 Cathedral Square. After Mo retired, his practice eventually transferred to Raymond King
Sarah Gray joined her father Ray in the practice in 1987, taking it over when he died suddenly in 1990.
Together, Sarah and Raymond moved to 728 Colombo Street (on the corner of Gloucester Street) in 1993 to more modern premises, still remaining close to Cathedral Square. It was at this stage that the practice became known as Cathedral Dental Centre.
The old surgery was adjacent to the Square and Christchurch Cathedral. If you look closely at the image, you will see our names on the corner window on the second floor. The site is now occupied by the new Central Library.
CDC pre-earthquake at 720 - 728 Colombo St.
The 2011 February earthquake red-zoned our practice and the building was subsequently demolished. Our brand new building is as earthquake resilient as we are.
Our New Building, Colombo Chambers at 793 Colombo St.
CONTACT US
Our Address
Cathedral Dental Centre
Level 1, 793 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central 8013, New Zealand
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8AM – 5PM
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED