News about Nervous
What is oral pre-medication? How does it help nervous patients?
Oral pre-medication helps many nervous patients tolerate the treatments they need to have. Many of us feel nervous of going to the dentist. For some of us, this prevents us from seeing the dentist at all, and receiving the treatment we really need. To help anxious patients, dentists sometimes recommend pre-medication with a sedative drug…
Read more »Advice for nervous patients who need a dentist.
Most people don’t like the dentist. The good news is that people who are dentists know that, and don’t take it personally. It may not help you to know that dentists are friendly, caring and sympathetic people, but they are and they genuinely want you to have a comfortable mouth and a healthy smile. The…
Read more »Children’s sensory processing challenges at the dentist
Lots of people tell us they don’t like going to the dentist. But for some people it’s more difficult than for others. In this article we’re looking at how to tackle sensory processing challenges at the dentist. Do you have a child who has heightened sensory perception? Are you wondering how to prepare for a…
Read more »Kindness and respect for all dental patients.
We know that it’s not only the skill and effectiveness of the dental treatment you receive that matters. We believe the personal care you receive when you visit the dentist is equally important. Kindness and respect for all dental patients makes a very important difference to your visit. Haven’t been to a dentist for ages?…
Read more »Sedation dentistry in Chard, Glastonbury, Plymouth and Tewkesbury
Have you been avoiding going to the dentist because you know it’ll hurt more than you can stand? Are you a patient with a high level of anxiety? Many people avoid regular dental care, and need help to access the treatments they need. Yet without treatment, the problem gets worse which means essential dental procedures become…
Read more »Call SpaDental Glastonbury to book a new patient appointment.
Dental surgeon is fast becoming a favourite at SpaDental Glastonbury. We’re accepting new patient registrations, so we encourage you to call the practice to make an appointment. Call SpaDental Glastonbury on 01458 832 193 Lucy has a particular interest in helping nervous patients to access the treatment they need. As well as approaching each patient…
Read more »High praise for Lucy Smith and Maria Shrigley, Plymouth.
Dental Surgeon and her assistant are helping anxious patients to manage dental visits more easily. High praise for the team! We know that it can be hard for people to come in to see the dentist. Here’s one message: “I just wanted to say a huge thank you for your care at my recent dental…
Read more »A great dental service to Plymouth patients.
We really appreciate all the reviews we’re getting from patients who visit SpaDental Plymouth. Your feedback helps us feel confident we give good advice and offer a great dental service to Plymouth patients. Thank you! Here are some recent reviews: These two reviews highlight the importance of regular examination of the soft tissues in the…
Read more »Avoiding pain doesn’t mean avoiding the dentist.
Don’t be afraid of visiting a dentist! Whichever SpaDental practice you’re close to, you can talk to your dentist about your anxiety or fear of pain. Sometimes just talking to your dentist and understanding what the treatment involves can make all the difference. Dental surgeon Diana Marcus of SpaDental Plymouth explains how inhalation sedation works*….
Read more »Feeling happy at the dentist with Diana Marcus.
Do you leave the dentist feeling happy? The two don’t always go together! But it can. Our SpaDental Plymouth team wants everyone to leave with a smile on their face. Dental Surgeon Diana Marcus took a course in Inhalation Sedation with “RA coach” Richard Charon. “It was very successful and promises great new opportunities for…
Read more »Nervous patients in Plymouth reassured
Our dental surgeon is expanding her list, so nervous patients in Plymouth can feel confident they will receive sympathetic, effective treatment. One of Lucy’s patients had this to say: “I am extremely nervous/phobic when visiting a dentist. This was my first visit to SpaDental – I can honestly say I couldn’t have been looked after…
Read more »Nervous of dentists? We can help.
Many people are nervous of dentists, and at SpaDental we believe it’s our job to reassure you that you’re in safe hands. All of us at the Plymouth practice would like to thank Hayley for stepping out in front of our video cam to talk a bit about what’s it’s like to be nervous of…
Read more »Going the extra miles to support anxious patients
This weekend, our dental surgeon Lucy Smith clocked up around 700 miles to support anxious patients. She travelled from Plymouth up to Harrogate and back, to attend a course held for dentists who wish to offer IV sedation. Since she began working in SpaDental Plymouth last year, Lucy’s reputation has spread. New patients, are asking…
Read more »We can help anxious patients feel comfortable
Updated February 2020 Are you anxious about going to the dentist? Is someone you know so afraid of going to the dentist that they’d rather suffer in pain at home, than make an appointment with the nearest dental practice? Nervousness, anxiety, and fear are real emotions that people can experience when they have to have…
Read more »Let’s help the 18%! A holiday message from SpaDental Whitchurch
One in five people only visit the dentist when they have a problem! This statement is based on research by Mintel and is from the reputable GDPUK site for dental opinion and information. It raises the question: How can we help the 18% who don’t visit the dentist? The article continues to explain that 21%…
Read more »SpaDental Plymouth is proud to introduce Lucy Smith – Dental Surgeon
SpaDental Plymouth is pleased to introduce you to Ms Lucy Smith, dental surgeon. If you feel nervous at the dentist, then Lucy is here to help. As well as routine checks and treatments, Lucy’s areas of special interest are helping nervous patients and prosthetic solutions. She joined SpaDental Plymouth in September 2017. Trained at the…
Read more »Tricky Teeth? Taking referrals – doing extractions
For a speedy extraction, ask for a referral What we offer SpaDental Plymouth offers a referral service for patients who require surgical extractions under local anaesthetic. You may need an extraction because of damage to your tooth, or as the first step in further treatment. We can help get your work started so you won’t have…
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