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Relaxed Dental Care

Caring for Nervous patients is what we do best.

We have years of experience treating people who are terrified. No matter how you feel, rest assured we have seen somebody more nervous than you. The fact that you are even reading this, puts you ahead of a high percentage of the population. Perhaps you are looking on behalf of a nervous friend or family member.

Firstly we realize that there are lots of patients who will never be able to have treatment while they are awake and we are happy to either offer them Sedation at our practice (see below) or refer these patients to the hospital.

At The Hub Dental Practice and MK Dental Care we have for many years treated lots of patients who are extremely nervous of dental treatment. Patients who are often in tears just standing at the dental reception. Some of our patients who have moved away from Milton Keynes return to visit us from all over England for a wide range of treatments

We also realize that some patients simply need more time, careful explanations and a bit of understanding.

We have designed our surgery to be more relaxing, we have also trained our staff to listen and understand the patients needs.

Please let us know if you are nervous, whether in general at every visit or just on a particular visit.

We really enjoy helping people get over their nervousness. We understand that all people are different and so are their anxieties. First of all - don't feel embarrassed - a very large proportion of the population is nervous of treatment. We want to help you - over the years we have had many successes in helping people get over their fears about dentistry. Usually we will put you in control. If at any point either before or during treatment, you want us to stop - just let us know.

Some patients are OK for everything except perhaps one thing.

We are now open 7 days a week for Emergency Dental Care as well as normal Dentist and Hygienist appointments.

You can can call David's mobile on 07973 227415. We work every Saturday (by appointment) and we are happy for you to call us on Saturdays, Sundays and any evening. (Normal charges apply for any treatment provided)


We offer a "Walk In Emergency Session" Monday to Friday at 8.15am at The Hub Dental Practice, next to Sainsbury's Car Park entrance in Central Milton Keynes. (No appointment necessary, normal patient charges apply) This walk in emergency session is available on normal working days.

 

On bank holidays and other holidays we are available all day: simply call us on 07973 227415.


Let us Know the aspects of dental care that upset you

Fear of the dental surgery has always been a major factor in keeping many patients requiring treatment away from the dentist. At our practice we provide the support of a caring and sympathetic clinical team in a relaxed, friendly environment in which your dental needs can be met with minimum anxiety or worry to you. We have created an environment allowing us to break down many of the barriers which lead to the fear of attending the dentist. This includes a dedicated patient consultation room where you can come in for a coffee and discuss any concerns you may have about your dental treatment.

Dental health is an important component of overall health, but dental phobia, dental anxiety, dental fear, and fear of needles or anaesthesia are major obstacles to receiving proper dental care. Dental phobia is the serious, often paralysing, fear of seeking dental care. It is one of the reasons many people avoid visiting the dentist, and it can therefore have serious consequences for dental health and overall well-being.

RELAXATION IN A TABLET

To enable you to visit the surgery we can provide you with a tablet to take, to help relax you.

DENTAL SEDATION

We offer Dental Sedation where patients can have intravenous sedation with a qualified and experienced anaesthetist providing the sedation.

FEAR OF NEEDLES

For people with a fear of needles, a surface anaesthetic can be provided to the back of the hand. You will be required to come half an hour before your appointment for this to be applied, as it takes time to work.

CALLING THE SURGERY

When calling to make an appointment, do not be embarrassed to explain you are a nervous patient. Our receptionist will support you through your visit to our clinic. Once you are with the dentist, explain what makes you anxious - different things affect different people, so talk to us. It is our aim to provide you with the best possible care.

YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT

We will start with making you comfortable and gaining your trust. Do not be afraid to ask questions. If dental treatment is required, remember, explanation and clarification of any and all procedures proposed are part of the service. We tell you and show you as much or as little as you want. Please tell us how much treatment you think you can tolerate at first. Also, you can have input into the treatment choices and decisions. As your confidence builds, the length of the appointment and the treatment carried out can be increased.

It may help you to eat a light meal prior to your appointment. An empty stomach can increase anxiety, while a full stomach is more relaxing. tea, coffee, etc. should be avoided, as these are both stimulants.

In your initial discussions with the dentist, agree a stop signal to be used during treatment. This could be, for example, raising your left hand. This will allow you to retain complete control throughout the procedure.

Our pledge: If you are nervous

we will .... first of all meet you just for a chat. You don't even have to sit in the dental chair!

we will .... learn exactly what your worries are.

we will .... put ourselves in your hands. You are in control at all times. If at any point in the conversation you just want to get up and leave - you can and we won't be offended.

 

 

Dental Sedation

 

Dental Sedation appointments are available Evenings and Weekends)

 

Appointments for Sedation are normally available within a couple of days and sometimes the next day. We offer sedation appointments in the evening and on Saturdays as well.

 

We offer sedation for all treatment, from the longer appointments like Root Treatments or multiple restorations to short visits for simple extractions or Hygienist visits.

The cost of sedation depends on the time taken for the sedation.

 

Sedation at our practice is carried out by Dr Etienne Deysel who is a fully medically qualified Sedationist.

 

Sedation is not suitable for all patients but offers a great way for many nervous patients to have their treatment.

 

For more information please ring 01908 690326 or email  Sedation@TheHubDentalPractice.com

 

Sedation FAQ

1. What is the difference between GA and Sedation?

In the past GA was frequently prescribed to carry out dental procedures while the patient was unconscious. This option has been banned from general dental practice by the Department of Health from the end of 2001.

During the past few years sedative drugs and techniques have been developed which have eclipsed the need for GA in dentistry. During sedation the patients are conscious but they are not aware of any pain and have no recollection of the dental procedure. This technique is very safe when carried out by a well trained Sedationist and his team in appropriate surroundings. With sedation, the patient breathes for himself and does not suffer the ill effects of GA, nausea, muscle pains and sore nose and throat.

 

2. I am scared of needles, what can you do to minimise this fear?

Before you attend our clinic you can go to your GP and tell him/her of your concerns. He may prescribe you some Ametop or EMLA cream which contains local anaesthetic solution and applying this to your hands one hour prior to your dental visit will numb you hands so that you will not feel any sensation during cannulation. On your arrival at our clinic notify our receptionist who will let the Sedationist know. The Sedationist may ask you to inhale a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen gasses (similar to the Entonox women use during childbirth) to make them feel more relaxed before inserting the cannula.

 

3. While I am sedated, will I be able to hear, feel or see anything?

You will be able to hear things as verbal contact must be maintained – as per the GDC definition of conscious sedation. If we ask you to take a deep breath, you will respond, but you will not remember this and none of what is occurring will worry or trouble you. You may not be able to see anything as we cover your eyes with protective glasses and patients frequently feel so relaxed that they fall asleep during treatment. Your mouth is numbed up as usual in the dental surgery but you will not be able to recall this happening and the dental treatment will proceed while your teeth and gums are completely numb so that you won’t be able to feel anything.

 

4. How long will recovery take?

This depends largely on the amount of sedation and the amount of dental work that you have received. This also depends on your metabolism of the sedative drugs used in your sedation. Typically most patients have left the premises within 45 minutes of going into our recovery facility where a trained nurse will supervise your recovery and give you your postoperative instructions.

 

5. What is Intravenous Sedation?

Intravenous sedation is the administration of a tranquiliser drug into the blood system in order to facilitate dental surgery in the highly anxious patient.

The drug is injected into one of the superficial veins of the arm or hand. As the vein is usually just under the skin and the cannulas (a small plastic tube) used today are extremely thin this is usually quite painless. This technique produces a feeling of relaxation and sleepiness. Treatment can then be carried out by using the normal local anaesthetic which is given as needed during treatment. Even the most highly anxious patients can be successfully treated with this technique. Most patients experience either full or partial memory loss of the dental surgery.

 

6. Who can have Sedation?

The vast majority of patients are medically able to have sedation, although some medical conditions rule it out as an option(severe lung diseases, some heart problems or uncontrolled high blood pressure). As opposed to general anaesthesia the patient remains conscious but deeply relaxed throughout the surgery. Thus the potential dangers of general anaesthesia are avoided. A great deal of research has been carried out on this subject and so long as the sedation is carried out by a dentist, Sedationist or anaesthetist who is trained and experienced in the technique it has been shown to be extremely safe.

 

For High Quality and Affordable Dental care please call 01908 690326.
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