Dr David Sykes -
Umhanga Dental is a modern practice equipped to the highest standards, providing a full range of state-of-the-art dental treatments.
For emergencies and appointments, please call us on 031 561 5520 or WhatsApp 084 651 3580.
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Your Favourite Dentist
Our practice has a solid history of providing quality dental care to the local community. If you are new in town, or just looking for a trustworthy dentist who will give you proper advice and personal care, please call us now to make an appointment and come in for a visit. You will feel right at home.
Tons of Options
On your first visit to our office, we will give you a thorough examination and discuss our findings. Our treatment recommendations tend to be conservative. We want you to be completely informed of your choices before going ahead with any dental care procedures.
Excellent Care
Umhanga Dental is a modern practice fully equipped to the highest standards and provides a full range of state of the art dental treatments to suit your individual needs - whether you are looking for a more attractive smile or healthier teeth and gums. We aim to provide comprehensive gentle dental care in a relaxed environment with excellent, caring, friendly and fully trained staff.
Waterlase Technology
Dentistry has entered a new, exciting and highly advanced technological era. Thanks to computerized technology, lasers and microscopes, dentistry is something to become excited about and promotes health instead of fear. Umhlanga Dental is the first in KZN to offer Waterlase Express technology.
Less pain, fewer shots, faster recovery!
BIOLASE is the world's leading innovator in dental lasers. The award-winning Waterlase system is a safe and gentle alternative to traditional dental tools. Using laser energy and water spray, Waterlase can perform many procedures without a shot or a drill. Ask Dr Sykes about using Waterlase for your next procedure.
Always treated like the most important client and concerted efforts are made to accommodate one's busy schedule. Very MINIMAL pain (if any) in all of my visits. Efficient & effective treatment plans.
Layton Cowden
Best dentist ever .... you don't even know you're at the dentist!!!! Amazing staff and very professional Dentist.
Liz Roux
I actually look forward to my check-ups! Fabulous friendly team make every appointment a pleasure.
Jacs Bate
I've been bringing my kids here since they first got teeth, they have never known to be afraid of the dentist.
Nanda Didiza
What we do
Quality Dental Care and the Latest Technology for Umhlanga and Durban's Northern Areas.