Treatment under sedation is motivated by fear of the dentist or certain dental procedures and has gained popularity in recent years due to advances in dental technology. However, it is not enough on its own. In order to overcome the root of the problem, patients suffering from dental phobia need to receive psychological support, either directly from their dentist through a series of interventions that are incorporated in the treatment, or in parallel to their dental treatment from a different health provider. Either way, patients who deal with the root of their dental anxiety are more likely to overcome it effectively.
A dentist for nervous patients in London, such as Care Dental Platinum, should be adequately trained in sedation techniques and be able to deliver them safely and effectively. Anxious patients would benefit from a pre-treatment appointment (or several appointments) in order to discuss their fears and help their dentist devise an effective treatment plan.
Different patients have different dental needs and while some people are afraid of the dentist due to previous bad experiences, others are likely to avoid visiting the dentist due to the bad state of their teeth and gums. An experienced dentist for nervous patients in London should be able to differentiate between these different categories of phobic patients and devise their treatment plan accordingly.
Why is psychological intervention important?
For some patients, visiting the dentist is not only about fear itself. Some people feel anxious about a mere visit to the dental practice due to various psychological factors. For this reason, a dentist for nervous patients in London should create a relaxing, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where patients have less time to absorb negative experiences. Sometimes it helps to prepare a visit on the phone rather than the dental practice in order to reduce anxiety and condition a patient positively towards dental treatment. As for the treatment itself, the administration of oral sedation should be accompanied by the creation of a relaxing atmosphere and the use of pain-free dental technology. When combined, these factors can lead to a positive dental experience for dental phobic patients.
