Helping to ease your dental anxiety
Are you among the 25% of the population avoiding the dentist due to dental fear? Although extremely common, dental anxiety is also concerning to the team here in London's E20, as the longer you go without seeing us, the more damage can be done to your long-term oral health. That’s why we're committed to helping our patients in Stratford, East Village and the surrounding areas to overcome their fears and receive the dental care they need.
What causes dental anxiety?
Whether your fear over a trip to the dentist is a touch of nervousness ahead of your appointment, or debilitating enough to stop you coming to us altogether, we understand and are here to help, with a caring and non-judgemental approach.
The causes of dental fear are numerous and can include:
Talk to us
Sharing your concerns with your dentist can often alleviate some of the anxiety.
Try deep breathing or meditation
Prior to your dental appointment, practising deep breathing or meditation techniques can help relax your mind and body, promoting a sense of calmness.
Distraction techniques
Bring headphones and listen to calming music or podcasts during your appointment.
Visit us regularly
Keeping up with routine dental check-ups will ensure any issues are addressed early, minimising the need for more extensive treatment. And you’ll get used to seeing our familiar faces!
Help for our nervous patients
The caring, gentle nature of our team forms the basis of our approach to easing dental fear among patients at My E20 Dentist. We’ve fostered a welcoming environment where appointments are never rushed, your concerns are always listened to and our dentists all have an excellent chair-side manner.
If you feel apprehensive about your dental or hygiene appointments, chat to us beforehand, by visiting our practice, meeting our team, and familiarising yourself with our surgeries.
We will support you at every step to ensure you feel confident and informed throughout your dental experience.
Overcoming dental fear for your health and well-being
Dental health is closely connected to conditions including heart disease, bacterial lung infections, premature births, diabetes, and strokes. This underscores the importance of regular dental health check-ups with the My E20 Dentist team.
If dental phobia is holding you back, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you in overcoming your fears.
