BDS (Otago), General Dentist
Dr Bernard J Pollard is a male General Dentist.
Bernie is one half of the Pollard partnership and co-founder of Dental Solutions, bringing a lifelong passion for dentistry that started back in his school days (a fact the team likes to remind him of when he needs a bit of a push!). Dentistry has always been his calling, and more than 40 years later, he still loves what he does. As he approaches retirement, Bernie has become more involved in wider dental interests. He now supports the community as a forensic dentist and is increasingly involved with the NZ Dental Council, helping to uphold and safeguard dental standards across the profession. As well as being a skilled clinician, Bernie is also our resident Mr Fixit—whether it’s dental gear or something else entirely, he’s usually the first one to tinker, repair or improve it. His motto? If he can’t fix it, it might be time to bin it. Outside of work, Bernie enjoys paddle boarding, cycling, kayaking, fishing, and generally mucking about with things. He’s also a committed coffee snob, steadily building an impressive (and slightly mysterious) collection of brewing gear. Bernie is married to Cathy, and together they’ve raised two adult children—and a number of pugs.
