Fionnuala Cowhie, BDS (NUI), MFDS

Dentist

Fionnuala graduated from University College Cork in Ireland with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2010. In 2011 she gained an MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians, Glasgow. After graduating, Fionnuala worked in Australia, the Torres Strait Islands and spent several years in the North East of England working in an oral surgery and facial trauma centre. A move to New Zealand in 2017 brought her to Wellington initially and Christchurch has been home since 2021. 

Fionnuala’s particular areas of interest are difficult extractions, wisdom tooth removal, advanced IV sedation, facial aesthetics and single visit crowns. 

She is passionate about working with patients to help them feel comfortable and empowered about their dental treatment. Advanced sedation is an amazing tool to help patients to overcome any barriers that may prevent them from completing a part of their dental journey, whether it’s a surgical procedure or a complex tooth repair. 

Outside of work, music and exploring the outdoors are her passions. So whether it’s running around the Port Hills or playing with the Celtic Orchestra, Christchurch is the perfect spot to keep her busy.