What will the result be in years to come if I don’t go to the dentist due to my fear?
Prevention is always better than the cure. It can take about 2 years before a problem in a tooth can show on an x-ray. Most tooth decay progresses with little or no symptoms till it’s too late. Treating as early as possible can keep treatment to a minimum. Anxiety can be reduced and potential toothache can be avoided.
We use a microscope and a ‘diagnodent’ Laser cavity detector to help us pick up dental problems early. Regular visits to the hygienist will help keep your gums good shape too.
Beautiful teeth, healthy gums and a stunning smile can all be achieved at Warlingham Green Dental Cinic. We will help you feel safe, relaxed and empowered to make the most suitable dental choices.
29.9.09
27.9.09
What treatments am I missing out on because I am fearful?
Possibly loads! what is in your best long term interest for your teeth? (This may require a discussion with the dentists). If fear was not a boundary or an issue to you, then would you like a nice smile? If we could find a way to help you achieve this, how would you feel?
The dentist will be extremely aware of your nervousness and may look for the quickest or easiest way to complete treatment, so ultimately fear will get in the way of the best treatment options. Make sure you know what your options are beforehand.
Click the title for more info on our anxious patient programme.
Possibly loads! what is in your best long term interest for your teeth? (This may require a discussion with the dentists). If fear was not a boundary or an issue to you, then would you like a nice smile? If we could find a way to help you achieve this, how would you feel?
The dentist will be extremely aware of your nervousness and may look for the quickest or easiest way to complete treatment, so ultimately fear will get in the way of the best treatment options. Make sure you know what your options are beforehand.
Click the title for more info on our anxious patient programme.
25.9.09
The fear factor - more advice for nervous dental patients
What should I look for when looking for a dentist to help with my fear?
If it is a new dentist to you, meet them first. Ask the receptionist if you can see the new dentist just to say hello, to see if they give you a good vibe or feeling. The dentist has very little time to convince a patient that they are nice and caring and competent and have your best interests at heart. This is even harder for us if you nervous. We are human first, dentist second, if you just do not like the dentist as a person, you maybe need to look around a bit and find someone you 'gel' with better. It's horses for courses!
What should I look for when looking for a dentist to help with my fear?
If it is a new dentist to you, meet them first. Ask the receptionist if you can see the new dentist just to say hello, to see if they give you a good vibe or feeling. The dentist has very little time to convince a patient that they are nice and caring and competent and have your best interests at heart. This is even harder for us if you nervous. We are human first, dentist second, if you just do not like the dentist as a person, you maybe need to look around a bit and find someone you 'gel' with better. It's horses for courses!
24.9.09
I have some top advice to questions that I regularly get asked from nervous patients.
I'll keep them short, and give you a new one each day for the next few days.
What can I do at home to start to overcome my fear?
A useful technique that can be rehearsed before coming to the practice is to visualise a happy/ euphoric memory such as the birth of a child or scoring a hat-trick or passing your finals or getting married. Remember the great feeling that memory gives you. Gives you a great lift doesn't it!
So when your next sitting in the dental chair don't think about the treatment, that's in-hand.The dentist can fix your problem. Think instead of that happy memory and the feeling that memory gives you, keep focussed on just that one thing. This may well give you the 'fly on the wall experience' where you feel 'distanced' from the proceedings, and much better able to cope with the experience.
For more information about dental sedation, click on the link above.
I'll keep them short, and give you a new one each day for the next few days.
What can I do at home to start to overcome my fear?
A useful technique that can be rehearsed before coming to the practice is to visualise a happy/ euphoric memory such as the birth of a child or scoring a hat-trick or passing your finals or getting married. Remember the great feeling that memory gives you. Gives you a great lift doesn't it!
So when your next sitting in the dental chair don't think about the treatment, that's in-hand.The dentist can fix your problem. Think instead of that happy memory and the feeling that memory gives you, keep focussed on just that one thing. This may well give you the 'fly on the wall experience' where you feel 'distanced' from the proceedings, and much better able to cope with the experience.
For more information about dental sedation, click on the link above.
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