If the thought of visiting the dentist gives you anxiety, let us take the pressure off! Firstly, dental phobia is extremely common. We see nervous patients day in and day out, some of whom have gone too long without treatment due to their phobia.
Luckily, at our dental practice in Hull, we specialise in helping anxious patients feel calm and comfortable throughout their appointments. Keep reading to find out more!
Why do people feel nervous about visiting the dentist?
Dental anxiety can stem from many places. For some patients, it’s a past experience that didn’t go well, and for others, it’s simply the fear of the unknown. A lot of our dental phobia patients have concerns around:
- Pain or discomfort
- Feeling out of control during their treatment
- Embarrassment about the condition of their teeth
- Clinical sounds, smells and tools
- Fear of judgement
“All four of my children are under 543. My two older boys are usually ok with their teeth health, but my daughter Poppy, who is 9, is very anxious and has ADHD-plus sensory processing disorder, so tooth brushing and visiting the dentist are really challenging for us as a family. Dentists Henry and David are so patient and kind with children; they have provided empathic care to not only Poppy but me as a mum who is living with the guilt of poor oral hygiene. She has managed some extractions and fillings under their care, and she looks forward to seeing the dental team at her school! Thank you to everyone at 543! My daughter has a lot of trust in her dentist even when she’s struggling with pain.”
Conquer Your Fears at 543 Dental Centre, Hull
Our Hull-based dental team take a gentle and patient-first approach to dentistry, focusing on:
- Taking things at your pace
- Explaining everything clearly before we begin treatment
- Listening without judgement
- Creating a friendly and relaxed environment
Even if it’s been a while since your last visit, taking that first step with a simple consultation (with no treatment, just conversation) can boost your confidence in the dental chair.
“As always, a pleasant experience thanks to super friendly staff and a dentist who goes out of their way to put me at ease. I have had numerous bad experiences with different dentists, going back to my childhood, so visiting the dentist has always been stressful. However, since being a patient at 543 and thanks to my particular dentist, it is no longer the dreaded experience it used to be.”
