Treating Nervous Patients at Shelley & Pope
Dental Practice & Referral Centre

At Shelley & Pope Dental Practice & Referral Centre we understand that dental phobia is very common but, whatever your dental fears or concerns, we understand and are here to help! We will do everything possible to make you feel calmer and more relaxed during your treatment, we will go at your pace, ensuring you are able to attend regular appointments and treatments with minimum anxiety.

What is sedation?

We offer an intravenous or IV sedation. This is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm. The dose will depend on the amount of treatment needed and the length of time it will take to complete.

What happens during IV sedation?

During IV sedation you become drowsy and unaware of any treatment, but you are still able to co-operate with the dentist. The effects of sedative medicine take some time to wear off and your dentist will tell you how long the drugs will take to clear from your body. You won’t be able to drink alcohol, drive or work machinery during this time.

Relaxation

When faced with a challenge or something we’re afraid of, such as a visit to the dentist, our bodies produce substances, which raise our anxiety. However, we can train our bodies to work against this anxiety, by learning to relax. It’s not possible to be anxious and relaxed at the same time, so learning relaxation helps control our anxiety.

Monday	9.20am – 5.00pm (closed 1.00-2.00pm)
Tuesday	9.20am – 7.00pm (closed 1.30-2.30pm)
Wednesday	9.20am – 5.00pm (closed 1.00-2.00pm)
Thursday	9.20am – 7.00pm (closed 1.30-2.30pm)
Friday	8.20am – 3.00pm (closed 12.00-1.00pm)
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Nervous Patients

Treating Nervous Patients at Shelley & Pope Dental Practice & Referral Centre

What is sedation?

What happens during IV sedation?

Relaxation

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Treating Nervous Patients at Shelley & Pope
Dental Practice & Referral Centre