A fear of the dentist is common and most of us admit to feeling a little nervous when sitting in the waiting room waiting for our names to be called. However, for some patients, even the thought of going to the dentist is enough to make them feel extremely anxious and this means that they put off having dental treatment until they are in pain and can no longer tolerate the suffering. Dental health is so important and we encourage all our patients to have regular dental checks. If you suffer from dental phobia or extreme anxiety, we want to help you to overcome your fears, so that you are able to attend regular appointments without having to face anxiety and nerves.
We use the latest technology, the best treatments and methods, such as sedation, to help our patients to feel comfortable and confident. Sedation is very popular with nervous patients because it induces a state of calm, which benefits the body and the mind. Once you have been sedated, you won’t feel any pain and you won’t have much memory of what happened during the procedure once you come around.
Sedation is not the same as having general anaesthetic because you remain aware and conscious. There are also, not the same risks involved. If you want to, you can chat to your dentist while you have treatment and you will be able to hear them. Once your treatment is complete, you will be free to go home, but you should arrange for somebody to give you a lift and stay with you until the effects of the sedative have completely worn off.
