I'm terrified - How can you help?
If you're scared of seeing your dentist, you're definitely not alone: we've seen so many nervous patients who have suffered some kind of dental trauma, and this is something we take very seriously. So don't worry - we won't usher you in and invade your mouth before you've had the chance to voice your concern.
We'll discuss your anxiety - we'll listen to you. And over time we hope that we'll develop a trusting relationship.
Think of your first visit as an interview
The first time you see us, we're only going to look inside your mouth, so it might help to see it as checking us out, with no treatment involved. The point is, we need your permission before we begin any form of treatment - and if you don't agree, your dentist would be committing assault.
In other words, you really are in control of the entire process.
Once you've had your first check-up, you can decide: where do we go from here?
- If you need thorough tooth cleaning, that's fine: we can do it there and then if you want
- If you need further treatment, we'll discuss your options and arrange an appointment: if you want
And it goes without saying: if we agree with you, to refer you to get stable under 'gas', you can tell us how to proceed - whether you'll be conscious but sedated (under 'laughing gas') or unconscious (under General Anaesthetic).Once you are stable we can continue treating you back at U Smile.
It's always your choice, not ours.
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