Managing Dental Anxiety: Tips for a Stress-Free Visit
South Ken MD Team
Dental anxiety is more common than you might think, affecting up to 20% of the population. The good news is that there are many effective strategies to help you feel more comfortable at the dentist.
"You're not alone. Many of our patients were once nervous about dental visits—now they leave with a smile."
You're Not Alone
20%
have dental anxiety
5%
avoid dentist entirely
100%
can be helped
★★★★★
nervous patient care
Practical Strategies That Help
- Deep breathing exercises before and during treatment
- Listening to music or podcasts during procedures
- Taking breaks whenever you need them
- Using hand signals to communicate with your dentist
- Bringing a supportive friend or family member
- Starting with simple, non-invasive treatments
We specialise in treating nervous patients. Let us help you overcome your dental anxiety in a calm, supportive environment.
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At South Kensington Medical & Dental, we specialise in treating nervous patients. Our gentle, understanding approach has helped many anxious patients overcome their fears and maintain their oral health.
Sedation Options
For those with severe anxiety, we offer sedation options ranging from mild sedation to help you relax, to deeper sedation for complex procedures. Your comfort is our priority.
Gentle Approach
Our team is trained to work with nervous patients, taking time to explain everything and ensure your comfort.
Sedation Dentistry
From oral sedation to IV sedation, we have options to help even the most anxious patients receive care.
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