Many people dread going to the dentist, even for a simple check-up. However, dental checks are really important and they really can save your teeth. With regular checks, we can keep an eye out for warning signs and ensure you get treatment as quickly as possible in the event of problems arising.
About dental checks
Dental check-ups are short and painless and they can make all the difference when it comes to oral health. We advise all out patients, young and old, to have a check-up every 6 months in order to allow us to keep an eye out for symptoms of decay and gum disease and ensure patients are free from pain. Check-ups only last a few minutes and there’s nothing to worry about; your dentist will simply have a good look around your mouth, check your teeth and examine your gums. Your dentist will also have a chat with you about your general health and check that everything is going okay with your oral hygiene regime at home. They will also be happy to answer any questions and discuss any concerns you may have.
If you have any dental problems or symptoms, your dentist will arrange another appointment so that you can receive the treatment you need. If you don’t have any problems and you’ve got a clean bill of oral health, we will look forward to seeing you again in another six months.
Nervous patients
We understand that for some patients, even the thought of having a check-up can be daunting, so we offer treatment for nervous patients. We often see patients who haven’t been to a dentist for a long time and we do all we can to try and make every patient feel comfortable. We want to assure you that there is nothing to feel embarrassed or ashamed about and we promise that the check-up will be completely painless. Our dentists are on hand to provide effective and efficient check-ups for all our patients and we look forward to welcoming new patients, as well as catching up with old faces.
If you are prone to dental anxiety, it can make even the simplest of visits to see your dentist an uncomfortable experience, especially so if you need to have complex work done. The dentist can also have trouble treating you if you are constantly fidgeting around in the chair. Being aware of this, dentists can help you out with such problems as they are trained for this. Some dentists will use aromatherapy beforehand in the waiting room as a way of calming you down, but if your anxiety is bad and you don’t like waiting around, you would be wise to get the first appointment of the day in order to get it over and done with. You should also sit down with your dentist and learn about your treatments ahead so that you can make informed decisions alongside your dentist, this will give you a little empowerment and confidence over what is being done to you. Modern dentistry makes use of the best technology today, which has virtually made most treatments completely painless; however, you do have the option of anaesthetics and soothing gels to make your visit more relaxed and soothing. For more on anxieties and phobias, talk to the professionals about this at Clifton Dental and can offer valuable advice about problems such as these.
Does the very thought of going to the dentist send a shiver down your spine? The best way to overcome your dental phobia is to communicate directly with your dentist in Weston-supper-mare. Be specific and explain to your dentist precisely what your fears are. This will not only allow your dentist to reassure you, it will also help you, personally, to put things into perspective. There is nothing to fear from visits to the dentist. Modern dentistry is driven to improve the quality of life for patients and each visit should make you feel comfortable because you are in excellent hands. Visits to your dentist are crucial to your oral health. If you value your teeth, do not put off visits to the dentist because of any irrational fear.You are not alone in your fear of the dentist but many patients’ fears arise from misconceptions about dental treatments. Let your dentist help you overcome your fears and misconceptions so that you can have the best oral health possible and enjoy the great advancements of modern dentistry.You may also want to speak to your dentist about sedation options if your case of dental phobia is particularly severe. Your dentist will be able to discuss with you completely safe options for sedation to suit your needs.
Dr Gerrard is a Bristol based Cosmetic dentist with many years of experience and is one of only a small number of dentists accredited by The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are prone to dental anxiety, it can make even the simplest of visits to see your dentist an uncomfortable experience, especially so if you need to have complex work done. The dentist can also have trouble treating you if you are constantly fidgeting around in the chair. Being aware of this, dentists can help you out with such problems as they are trained for this. Some dentists will use aromatherapy beforehand in the waiting room as a way of calming you down, but if your anxiety is bad and you don’t like waiting around, you would be wise to get the first appointment of the day in order to get it over and done with. You should also sit down with your dentist and learn about your treatments ahead so that you can make informed decisions alongside your dentist, this will give you a little empowerment and confidence over what is being done to you. Modern dentistry makes use of the best technology today, which has virtually made most treatments completely painless; however, you do have the option of anaesthetics and soothing gels to make your visit more relaxed and soothing. For more on anxieties and phobias, talk to the professionals about this at Clifton Dental and can offer valuable advice about problems such as these.
