Nervous Patients

Feeling nervous about visiting the dentist?

There is no reason for you to suffer in silence with your fear of the dentist. Phobic or nervous patients are welcomed and encouraged to see us in our anxiety-free practice.

Some patients experience anxiety around certain aspects of visiting the dentist. For example, you may have a fear of anaesthesia and needles, a dislike of the noise of the drill, you may worry about being embarrassed by your fears, dislike feeling powerless or generally just dislike visiting the dentist due to a past negative experience. We have helped patients with all of the above, and more.

Our dentists are certified and specially trained in providing support for your phobia. We understand that visiting the dentist can be daunting, which is why we offer a service that will take care of your complete needs from start to finish. We use our Dental Phobia training and practical experience to assist you in dealing with any anxiety that you may have.

We support you by…

• Providing a welcoming environment with comfortable chair, relaxing music, and blanket to keep you warm during treatment (feel free to make a musical request).
• Using pain-free injection techniques which we know work!
• Prescribing an oral sedative if necessary.
• Being empathetic to your needs and supporting you through your oral health care journey with us.
• Not judging you in anyway if you have not been to the dentist for a long time.
• Going the extra mile to ensure you are as relaxed as possible during your visit.
• Using Essential oils to help relax you if you would like them.
• Establishing a hand signal so that you can stop at any time if things are feeling too much.

What you can do if you’re nervous of visiting the dentist

• Read our reviews – so you know you are in great hands.
• Tell the receptionist when you book about your nerves.
• Try choosing an early appointment if you can so that you don’t think about it too much before you visit.
• Bring a friend or family member with you to support you.
• Let your dentist know you are nervous and talk about how it makes you feel, they are human too and can support you.