Nervous Patients

People from all walks of life can be affected by dental phobia, but, if tooth decay and gum disease are not treated serious oral health problems can result. Regular attendance to see a dentist is very important for early preventative treatment.

We at Westleigh Dental Practice pride ourselves on being sympathetic to your dental anxiety. We appreciate that we all get nervous about going to see the dentist. However, we do acknowledge and understand that some patients are not able to tolerate dental treatment using normal techniques. For those patients we are able to offer sedation. Ian Hallam has been treating nervous patients under sedation for over thirty years. Sedation is an extremely safe and effective technique, where the patient feels very relaxed, free of anxiety and has little or no recollection of the treatment.

Once treated in this way, even the most nervous patients seem happy to return for regular care.

If you suffer from dental phobia, please discuss this with your dentist or one of our experienced receptionists.

Firstly, book an appointment, when you you will be given a full and detailed examination. We will produce a computer generated estimate showing you any proposed treatment and the likely costs. Your dentist will be happy to discuss the treatment options available.