Nervous Patient Dentist in Bromley
Gentle Dental Care for Nervous Patients and Dental Phobias
Feeling anxious about visiting the dentist?
You're not alone. Many people in the UK experience dental anxiety or even phobias, making regular check-ups and treatments a challenge.
At Shmile Dentist Bromley, we understand these concerns and are dedicated to providing gentle, compassionate care that prioritises your needs.
Inspired by the Gentle Dental Care philosophy, we offer:
- Understanding and empathy: Our friendly and experienced team takes the time to listen to your worries and concerns. We create a welcoming and relaxed environment to minimise anxiety.
- Gentle procedures: We prioritise minimally invasive techniques and use the latest technology to ensure your comfort throughout your treatment.
- Open communication: We believe in clear communication every step of the way. We explain procedures in detail, answer your questions patiently, and respect your decisions.
- Flexible scheduling: We offer flexible appointment times to accommodate your busy schedule and reduce pre-appointment stress.
- Meet the team: We encourage you to visit our clinic and meet our team before any treatment. This allows you to familiarise yourself with the environment and build trust with our dedicated professionals.
- Hypotherapy support: If needed, we can refer you to a trusted and experienced local hypnotherapist who specialises in helping patients overcome dental anxiety.
Let's Help You Take Gentle Steps towards Your Dental Treatment
Patients with Dental Phobias:
- We understand the challenges you face: We recognise that dental phobias can be deeply ingrained and cause significant distress. We approach your concerns with sensitivity and respect.
- Gradual approach: We will work with you at your own pace, starting with simple steps like familiarisation visits and gradually progressing towards treatment.
- Control and communication: We will always explain what we are doing and give you control over the pace of the treatment. You can stop the procedure at any time if needed.
- Sedation alternatives: While we do not offer sedation dentistry, we can explore alternative methods to manage your anxiety, such as relaxation techniques, nitrous oxide, and referrals to hypnosis specialists.
Nervous Dental PatientFAQ
Your first visit will be all about getting to know you and your dental needs in a relaxed and comfortable setting. We’ll take the time to listen to your concerns, answer any questions you may have, and perform a gentle examination. There’s absolutely no pressure to proceed with any treatment during this initial visit. Our main goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident in our care.
We understand that dental phobias can be particularly challenging. We encourage you to contact us and discuss your concerns. We can work with you to develop a personalised plan that addresses your specific needs and helps you overcome your fear.
Absolutely! Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for managing dental phobia, which affects millions of people. Here’s how it can help:
- Reduced anxiety: Hypnotherapy can help you relax and feel calmer before, during, and after dental visits. By accessing a state of deep relaxation, you can minimize fear and anxiety.
- Positive associations: Hypnotherapy can help you develop positive associations with dental visits. This can involve visualizing yourself having a calm and comfortable experience, replacing negative thoughts with positive ones.
- Focus and control: Hypnotherapy can help you focus on the present moment and feel more in control during treatment. This can be particularly helpful for those who experience panic attacks or claustrophobia related to dental visits.
Firstly not all procedures require a anaesthetic needle injection. However we can help further by:
- Topical numbing: We can applying a numbing cream beforehand which can significantly reduce the sensation of the needle.
- Gentle and experienced dentists: Our team is dedicated to providing gentle injections using appropriate techniques to minimise discomfort.
- Referral for hypnotherapy: If needed, we can refer you to a trusted hypnotherapist specialising in helping you to overcome needle phobia. Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for managing anxiety and phobias, leading to a more positive dental experience.
We use a variety of techniques to minimise discomfort, including topical anaesthetics, gentle techniques, and modern equipment. We also listen to your feedback throughout the procedure and will adjust our approach as needed to ensure your comfort.
While we understand that sedation can be helpful for some patients, we do not currently offer sedation services at Shmile Dentist Bromley. However, we offer a range of alternative methods to help manage your anxiety, as mentioned above.
Nervous Dental PatientFAQ
Your first visit will be all about getting to know you and your dental needs in a relaxed and comfortable setting. We’ll take the time to listen to your concerns, answer any questions you may have, and perform a gentle examination. There’s absolutely no pressure to proceed with any treatment during this initial visit. Our main goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident in our care.
We understand that dental phobias can be particularly challenging. We encourage you to contact us and discuss your concerns. We can work with you to develop a personalised plan that addresses your specific needs and helps you overcome your fear.
Absolutely! Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for managing dental phobia, which affects millions of people. Here’s how it can help:
- Reduced anxiety: Hypnotherapy can help you relax and feel calmer before, during, and after dental visits. By accessing a state of deep relaxation, you can minimize fear and anxiety.
- Positive associations: Hypnotherapy can help you develop positive associations with dental visits. This can involve visualizing yourself having a calm and comfortable experience, replacing negative thoughts with positive ones.
- Focus and control: Hypnotherapy can help you focus on the present moment and feel more in control during treatment. This can be particularly helpful for those who experience panic attacks or claustrophobia related to dental visits.
Firstly not all procedures require a anaesthetic needle injection. However we can help further by:
- Topical numbing: We can applying a numbing cream beforehand which can significantly reduce the sensation of the needle.
- Gentle and experienced dentists: Our team is dedicated to providing gentle injections using appropriate techniques to minimise discomfort.
- Referral for hypnotherapy: If needed, we can refer you to a trusted hypnotherapist specialising in helping you to overcome needle phobia. Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for managing anxiety and phobias, leading to a more positive dental experience.
We use a variety of techniques to minimise discomfort, including topical anaesthetics, gentle techniques, and modern equipment. We also listen to your feedback throughout the procedure and will adjust our approach as needed to ensure your comfort.
While we understand that sedation can be helpful for some patients, we do not currently offer sedation services at Shmile Dentist Bromley. However, we offer a range of alternative methods to help manage your anxiety, as mentioned above.
