Dentistry For Nervous Patients In Central London
With Dr Frances At Tavistock Dental, London
Call 0207 837 5638 For A Stress Free, Anxiety Free, Complimentary Consultation
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Nervous About Seeing A Dentist? Don’t Worry, We Are Here To Help!
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We created the Dentistry For Nervous Patients website specifically for people who are fearful of seeing a dentist. Dr Frances has been working with nervous patients for over 15 years. She designs treatment programs specifically for anxious dental patients. She has devoted a large part of her dental career to the study and understanding of Dental Anxiety, adopting new approaches to dealing with your issues and concerns.
A trip to the dentist can cause anxiety for many people. If you feel nervous about any aspect of your visit to see us, be assured that the team here are trained to help make your visit as stress free as possible. Nervous patients are often labelled as having dental phobia. This is a valid condition and can be treated with a slightly modified approach to the provision of dental care.
Many of these people are so fearful about coming in that the health of their mouth suffers as a result. People who avoid the dentist are more likely to have problems with their gums and be more prone to infection and gum disease.
It is important to see a dentist regularly so that if issues with your mouth do arise they can be treated swiftly and can prevent the damage done to your smile becoming irreversible.
The good news is that with advances in dentistry there is now no need for you to be in pain whilst at the dentist!
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Ive always had a nice experience at Tavistock dental with my appointments. The staff are friendly and I’m always satisfied with the service I receive from them
Jefferson R.
Tavistock Dental helped me overcome my fear of the dentist. I hadn’t seen a dentist since I was 8 due to a bad experience, lack of compassion, and patience. I’m now nearly 30, it’s literally been 23 years! A couple of months ago, I had a really bad toothache, and that was my breaking point.I had 3 extractions and 2 root canals, and I can’t even begin to explain how grateful I am for the amazing staff! From the receptionists, Jo and Rosa, who were so patient and compassionate, when I came in for my appointments we’d always have a chat. I felt so comfortable—it was like waiting for a hair appointment!The 3 extractions were done all together in one appointment with Dr. Samir, and I was out 15 minutes later! Initially, Jo at the reception suggested sedation since I told them I was extremely nervous, but I chose not to do it. She made sure I had the freedom to change my mind and message them if needed.One thing that almost brought me to tears was when I mentioned I could still feel some pain, Dr. Samir believed me immediately. He didn’t question me once. Instead, he gave me an extra injection, and I felt ZERO pain.The root canals were done by Dr. Adnan, another incredible person! I told him I’d feel more comfortable if he communicated with me throughout the procedure, keeping me informed about our progress and ensuring everything was going smoothly. He reassured me that we could pause and take a break whenever I needed, and he made sure I was comfortable the entire time, explaining what I might hear, feel, or taste. Again, zero pain during the root canals—just a slight scratch when getting the anesthesia, but I barely felt it because he applied numbing gel beforehand.Now, I’m no longer scared of the dentist and so happy that I can finally chew food properly, laugh without covering my mouth, and go to concerts and sing out loud without being afraid someone might see my teeth. I’m even trying to convince a friend who’s just as scared as I was, it’s truly life-changing.Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!read more
Eleonora
Excellent service provider by both the dentists and the staff!! Dr Akhil Patel provided excellent service and he and Joanna at the reception were very friendly and helpful!! 🙂
Ela A.
Had a dental implant done at Tavistock. Dr Chohan and his dental nurse were fab throughout, very professional and happy to answer any questions. The process was made so smooth too by the reception staff who were friendly and happy to help in any way they could with appointment times etc. The atmosphere in the surgery is so welcoming, would definitely recommend.read more
Cara M.
I had a great experience with Tavistock Dental, from consultation to aftercare following my dental work. At every point all of the staff were attentive and conscientious regarding any apprehension I had. The procedure itself was stress-free and the sedation I underwent was highly effective without leaving me groggy the next day. I’d recommend Tavistock to anyone looking to undergo dental treatment.read more
Wayne F.
Really great team and super accommodating. I was nervous coming in, but was quickly put at ease. Everything was well explained and treatment was straightforward and pain free. Couldn’t recommend more!
Julia M
Excellent experience, fantastic communication and empathetic treatment for nervous patients. Highly recommend, thank you to the whole team especially Joanna, Jack and Shianna 🙂
Chloe P.
I've been going to Dr Akhil Patel for a couple of years now and have found him to be excellent. I was a very nervous patient but he has a very calming manner, explains everything clearly and checks regularly to make sure I'm comfortable. The reception staff are also very friendly.
Justine H.
I always have an excellent experience with Tavistock. Dr Johnson really takes his time to explain the process and ease any nerves.Also the reception staff are super friendly and make the experience pleasant when you arrive.
Chibbi I
I had acute dental pain for several days which didn't go away, so made an appointment with Tavistock Dental, which was followed up with another examination by their root canal specialist.Both appointments were as pleasant as they could be under the circumstances (i.e. dental pain!)Each dentist was courteous, patient and professional, taking time to explain in some detail my various dental problems, their diagnoses, and their recommendations.At no time did I feel I was being pressured or given a 'hard sell'. The first dentist explained I had been 'over-brushing' and, as a result, had removed a layer of protective enamel (which means ice cream or hot drinks can be painful). She recommended I try using an electric toothbrush instead, but didn't attempt to sell me one of their own. I ordered one from Amazon the next day and can already see the benefits.Similarly, the root canal specialist carefully explained what my specific dental problem was, his diagnosis, and my options - either root canal work or extraction (which would be a good deal cheaper). But he emphasised that the decision (treatment or extraction) was entirely up to me, and at no point did I feel I was being pressurised into opting for the more expensive option.Their receptionist is 100% friendly, polite and professional - and offered me an appointment within a day or two of my initial phone call.Although I'm not a nervous dental patient, I feel that the relaxed and friendly atmosphere created by Tavistock's receptionist, dentists, and dental assistants would surely help to put nervous patients at ease.They used to take NHS patients, but I understand are now private only (I understand it is no longer economically viable for some dental practices to offer NHS services, due to changes in government funding legislation).Private or not, I would recommend Tavistock Dental highly.read more
Christopher J
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