The nervous patient

Many people feel nervous when they visit the dentist, and their heart races with apprehension when they lie down in the chair.

At the Dental Office we fully understand how frightening the experience of a trip to the dentist can seem and especially to someone who has had a previous bad experience.

We have gone to great lengths to provide an environment that is calm and relaxing and as far from the traditional perception of a dentists surgery as possible.

We welcome visits from prospective patients to ‘look around’. We are positive that the more relaxed atmosphere of the practice will help those who are understandably anxious about the prospect of dental treatment.

The techniques are tailored to each patient’s specific needs varying from oral sedation to intravenous sedation. Whatever technique is used for a patient, the procedures involved will be FULLY EXPLAINED at the consultation appointment.

IV sedation is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm. During the treatment you will become drowsy and very relaxed.

Further information from www.saad.org.uk