Nervous patients come in all shapes and sizes. The smells of the office, the sound of the equipment, the fear of pain all play a part in reinforcing anxiety. We believe that a patient who is afraid of the dentist should be treated for their fear just as we would treat their dentition. We are happy to arrange an appointment for patients to simply come and look at the surgery, and then discuss their concerns.

The good news is that dentistry has changed a lot in the last few years and the dentist visit that patients may remember from their childhood is a thing of the past. New equipment and techniques mean that patient comfort is our primary concern. There are special gels that numb the gum so that you cannot feel the needle, we have Diagnodent laser detection to pick up dental caries early before it needs invasive treatment, and HealOzone can be applied to small cavities without the need for drilling.

If you are a nervous patient, please tell us so that we can help you. We want to know about your past experiences and your concerns.