Meet the Dental Hygienist
Nova Edgcombe BSc, RDH, LFHOM (DENT), HIAOMT
Clinical experience. Biological expertise. Personal care.
Nova founded Mint Dental Hygiene to bring together thorough clinical care, a biological approach and a calm, personalised patient experience.
Qualifying at prestigious Bristol University Dental Hospital in 2003, she worked in private practice in the United Kingdom before moving to New Zealand in 2008. Her experience includes working alongside periodontists, oral surgeons and cosmetic and general dentists, with a particular focus on non-surgical periodontal therapy, dental implant maintenance and prevention.
Accreditation & Advanced TrainingNova is New Zealand’s only dental hygienist to have achieved Biological Dental Hygiene Accreditation (HIAOMT) through the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology.
Her biological approach considers your oral health alongside your medical history, lifestyle and overall wellbeing, informing individual treatment and home-care recommendations.
She has completed dedicated diode laser training through the World Clinical Laser Institute, covering laser physics, safety and clinical applications. She also holds LFHom (Dent) through the Faculty of Homeopathy.
Continuity, comfort and trust:You see Nova at every appointment, providing continuity and a detailed understanding of your oral health over time.
Known for her gentle, thorough and non-judgmental approach, Nova takes time to listen, explain her findings and tailor care to your needs. Whether you’re maintaining healthy gums, managing periodontal disease or feeling anxious about treatment, you can expect attentive care and clear guidance at every stage.
Nova founded Mint Dental Hygiene to bring together thorough clinical care, a biological approach and a calm, personalised patient experience.
Qualifying at prestigious Bristol University Dental Hospital in 2003, she worked in private practice in the United Kingdom before moving to New Zealand in 2008. Her experience includes working alongside periodontists, oral surgeons and cosmetic and general dentists, with a particular focus on non-surgical periodontal therapy, dental implant maintenance and prevention.
Accreditation & Advanced TrainingNova is New Zealand’s only dental hygienist to have achieved Biological Dental Hygiene Accreditation (HIAOMT) through the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology.
Her biological approach considers your oral health alongside your medical history, lifestyle and overall wellbeing, informing individual treatment and home-care recommendations.
She has completed dedicated diode laser training through the World Clinical Laser Institute, covering laser physics, safety and clinical applications. She also holds LFHom (Dent) through the Faculty of Homeopathy.
Continuity, comfort and trust:You see Nova at every appointment, providing continuity and a detailed understanding of your oral health over time.
Known for her gentle, thorough and non-judgmental approach, Nova takes time to listen, explain her findings and tailor care to your needs. Whether you’re maintaining healthy gums, managing periodontal disease or feeling anxious about treatment, you can expect attentive care and clear guidance at every stage.
