Fear of the dentist is a very common problem, and it can have a serious impact on many areas of your life. At Harley Street Dental Clinic our whole team is sympathetic to the needs of nervous dental patients, but we do not believe in the modern day and age that it needs to be a barrier to getting the treatment you need to restore your oral health. Your Harley Street dentist will work closely with you to help you overcome your fear – once and for all.
There are numerous causes of fear of the dentist, with a negative experience during childhood being a commonly cited reason. At Harley Street Dental Clinic we encourage parents to bring their children in from an early age. We have a dedicated children’s dental team who will ensure that every experience your child has of visiting the dentist is a positive one.
Some people have specific triggers for their fears, such as the sound or sight of the drill. By talking to your dentist about your triggers, they can prepare by ensuring instruments are out of site when you enter the surgery. You can often listen to music or watch a film during treatment at our Harley Street clinic, so that the sound of the drill will be drowned out.
Modern dentistry has advanced a great deal in recent years. If you haven’t visited a dentist in decades you may be pleasantly surprised at how much things have changed. At Harley Street Dental Clinic we work hard to maintain a relaxed and tranquil environment that is a million miles away from the cold environment of dental practices of old.
For patients who need a little more help to relax, we offer two options for dental sedation at our Harley Street clinic. The first is relative analgesia, which involves breathing in a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen to bring about a highly relaxed state, and has no unpleasant side effects.
The second option is intravenous sedation, delivered via a small needle. You will be monitored at all stages of sedation. Someone will need to drive you home after treatment.