{"id":553,"date":"2023-08-07T07:54:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-07T07:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/news\/?p=553"},"modified":"2023-08-21T07:56:22","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T07:56:22","slug":"easing-the-anxiety-of-seeing-our-dentist-your-journey-to-comfortable-dental-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/news\/easing-the-anxiety-of-seeing-our-dentist-your-journey-to-comfortable-dental-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Easing the anxiety of seeing our dentist;  your journey to comfortable dental care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dentist-in-liskeard.png\" alt=\"dentist-in-liskeard\" class=\"wp-image-554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dentist-in-liskeard.png 700w, https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dentist-in-liskeard-300x193.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve all been there. The thought of sitting in the dental chair can be daunting, even for the bravest among us. Dental anxiety is a common issue, affecting around 50% of the population. It&#8217;s a significant concern for us here at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-smile-centre.com\/\">dentist in Liskeard<\/a>, especially when we consider that a quarter of those who avoid dental visits do so out of fear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This avoidance can lead to poor dental\nhealth, which is linked to bacterial lung infections, diabetes, heart disease,\nand strokes. Regular dental visits are crucial for maintaining not only your\noral health but your overall wellbeing too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our approach to conscious sedation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at our <strong>dentist in\nLiskeard<\/strong>, we understand that dental anxiety can make a visit to our\nteam extremely difficult. That&#8217;s why we offer two forms of conscious sedation\nto help make your appointments more relaxing and comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial form of sedation we offer is\nknown as intravenous, or IV, sedation. This involves a sedative drug being\nadministered via injection in a carefully controlled process, allowing you to\nfeel a sense of relaxation throughout your dental procedure. Alternatively, if\nneedles aren&#8217;t your preference, we provide inhalation sedation. This method\ninvolves a small mask fitting over your nose and mouth, through which you\ninhale a combination of nitrous oxide and oxygen. This blend of gases induces a\ncalming effect during your dental appointment. While under the influence of the\nsedation, you remain conscious and alert, yet you&#8217;ll find yourself immersed in\na profound state of tranquillity and relaxation as we tend to your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team, consisting of dedicated dental\nprofessionals and nurses, are specifically trained in these sedation\ntechniques. Their primary goal is to ensure your safety and comfort at all\ntimes during your visit to our clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The benefits of conscious sedation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main benefits of conscious\nsedation is that it can make lengthy treatments seem like they&#8217;ve only taken a\nmatter of minutes. This allows complex dental treatment to be completed in\nfewer appointments. It&#8217;s a safe way of feeling relaxed and calm during your\ndental treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our commitment to your comfort<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At our <strong>dentist in\nLiskeard<\/strong>, we aim to provide a calm and caring environment for all\npatients to ensure their visits are as stress-free as possible. We recognise\nthe extreme anxiety that some people feel and have had spectacular success in\nassisting even the most nervous patients to get through their anxious feelings\nabout dental visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This help is offered from the very first\nvisit when one of our care coordinators will meet with you in a non-clinical,\ncosy lounge to discuss any concerns or fears you may have. We encourage our nervous\npatients to be open with us, to explain how they feel about dental visits and\nwhat may have caused them to develop such a high level of anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taking control of your dental health<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking things at your pace and giving you control over how things proceed is important. There are no time pressures at our clinic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please don\u2019t allow anxiety to get between you and your dental wellbeing \u2013 come and see us, we can help. We&#8217;re here to support you on your journey to comfortable dental care. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve all been there. The thought of sitting in the dental chair can be daunting, even for the bravest among us. Dental anxiety is a common issue, affecting around 50% of the population. 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