Gentle Dentists

What Is Gentle Dentistry?

At Mittagong Dental Care, we understand that gentle dentistry begins from the moment you pick up the phone to make your appointment. You can be confident we’ll answer quickly and do our best to find a time that suits you. We’ll answer any questions you have about your visit too, so you can feel as happy as possible about coming to see us.

Sedation Dentistry / Dental Anxiety

Sedation Dentistry enables even the most fearful patient to experience all the benefits that modern day dentistry has to offer, without the anxiety and fear normally felt during a visit to the dentist.

Highly anxious patients, claustrophobics, extreme gaggers, those with an acute fear of the dentist’s chair, and patients undergoing longer procedures can all benefit from sedation dentistry, and for many it is the only method of completing care. With a proven record of success, sedation dentistry allows patients who feel desperate to be dentally healthy again, to no longer put off treatments because of fear and anxiety.

Oral sedation  – such as valium can be prescribed before treatment;

Our caring team understands that it’s our job to work alongside you to find a solution to dental fear, while also making our office a safe, comfortable environment for you to receive care without unnecessary stress. Always express the level of your anxiety so we can work with you ensuring the highest quality of care at a stress free level.

We Build Relationships

One of the key principles of gentle dentistry is understanding that dental health is part of holistic well-being. This means that from the minute your step into our practice, you’ll be treated with care and respect. We hope that you’ll be our patient for many years, and we know that building a strong relationship is key to you trusting us.
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Gentle Practice Throughout Your Visit

We also understand that your dental appointment is part of a busy life. This is why we make every effort to see you on time or let you know if we’re running behind. We’ll keep you informed about what to expect from your visit, so there are minimum surprises to spark anxiety or stress.

Gentle Dentistry Is As Pain-free As Possible

Our team members are experts in pain-free dental care and believe that every stage of your treatment should be as comfortable as possible. We’ll take care to understand the trigger points for your anxiety and make sensible suggestions to help you manage this. Some patients find simple things like an agreed signal to communicate discomfort can help allay their fears, whilst others find that simple distraction can help change the learned thoughts that lead to anxiety. Some of our patients need more help, and we happily offer sedated dentistry.
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Gentle Dentistry Means Understanding Your Worries About Cost

We understand that for many people, the cost of their treatment plan can be an additional source of anxiety. When you join our practice, we’ll talk you through the costs of your treatment plan so you understand exactly what to expect. We’re committed to making sure there are no nasty surprises and that your dental care is as affordable as possible. We accept government vouchers such as the Children’s Dental Benefit Scheme (CBDS), Grow Up Smiling (GUS) and offer EFTPOS and HICAPS too.

Gentle Dentistry Goes Beyond Your Time In The Dentist’s Chair

After your visit to us, you may be worried about things like discomfort from the anaesthetic, or how to care for the area we’ve treated. Our team will talk you through what to expect after your visit, and what to do if you have any concerns. Our understanding of the principles and practice of gentle dentistry means you can be confident that we care and will listen to your concerns without judgement.

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Get In Touch

At Mittagong Dental Care, the most important thing is that you feel happy, healthy and that your smile starts from the inside out. Get in touch to find out more about gentle dentistry today.

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