I can’t enthuse enough about this practice. The staff are all amazing and make you feel extremely welcome and very much at ease.
I had avoided going to the dentist for YEARS and Smile Essential not only managed to reassure me for the emergency appointment but have also rebuilt my confidence in the profession and have regular check-ups.
Again, I can’t enthuse enough about them, they are absolutely fantastic.
Mr S.B, Leicester.
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I am an extremely anxious patient and dreaded going to the dentist. Thanks to Smile Essential they have helped to restore my faith in the dentist. Not only has my first two visits made me a bit more relaxed, they have also helped me to become more confident in myself. Thank you both so much!
Ms J.C, Leicester.
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I was such a nervous patient and it took me ages to build up the courage to come – that and a worsening toothache!
Nik is a top quality dentist and I felt that I was in safe hands. My problem was resolved relatively easily and most importantly the whole experience was pain-free!
I look forward to my future visits with confidence.
Mr J.P, Leicester.
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Thank you so much to the dentist and the team. My first visit to you today and as I am a very nervous person you all were very patient and understanding. Excellent service and consideration for your patients. I’ll definitely be returning and recommending you 100%
Will definitely be returning and recommending you 100%.
Ms D.H, Leicester.
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I was a nervous wreck on my first visit. Hadn’t been to the dentist for quite a while and was ashamed of the state of my teeth. I was made to feel welcome, safe and cared for from the minute I walked in the door. This was a few years ago, I am pleased to say that I am still a regular visitor.
Nik is a great dentist and always makes me feel at ease. Yesterday I had two appointments- impressions, an extraction and a new denture fitted- I wouldn’t have believed that was possible on my first visit!
The whole team are great. Highly recommended.
PS my new teeth look great!
Mrs A.G, Leicester.
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I was so nervous about seeing the dentist and hadn’t been for years. When a friend recommended that I come to Smile Essential.
Everyone here was so patient with me and while I’m still a little anxious about coming, I can at least make it to an appointment! I feel confident Nik and the rest of the dental team at Smile Essential I will continue to come.
Mrs J.C, Leicester.
Did you know we have been awarded Dental Phobia Certification? Find out how we can help you here
Dental phobia can affect a person in varying degrees, slight nerves are fine and perhaps sometimes to be expected. However, a severe phobia of the dentist is a much more serious condition. People suffering from dental phobia usually only show up at the dentist when forced by excruciating pain.
One in four people in the UK suffers from a phobia of the dentist. It’s something that we help many people with at or clinic.
If you’re brave enough to reach out and take the first step by getting in touch; then we see it as our personal mission to help you continue your journey to becoming dentally fit (and hopefully a lot less scared!).
Various factors can keep someone from the dental chair, including a bad experience in the past, fear of injections, and feelings of helplessness. Our dentists are a friendly bunch and have set certain standards of care especially for nervous patients. We are proud that our efforts have culminated in achieving Dental Phobia Certification.
At Smile Essential dental practice, we take your anxiety seriously. As dentists, we understand you may feel embarrassed about your problems, but you need not worry, we are here to help. We are confident that by working together, we can help you to overcome your fears and give you a smile that beams with pride.
All our dentists and dental assistants have ongoing training in pain management and the treatment of anxious patients. We also have a STOP signal, so that if at any time during treatment you feel pain or are uncomfortable, we will stop the treatment and do all we can to help. As the patient, you are always in control.
Fear of pain is a common dental issue especially surrounding dental injections. We routinely use a topical gel or spray to numb the area for all patients to help prevent any discomfort. Patients that have an extreme dislike of needles should consider ‘The Wand’. The Wand is a digital method of delivering anaesthetic which prevents the pain associated with traditional injections. It ensures anaesthesia is delivered in a pain-free manner.
If you’re ready to take the next step speak to one of our friendly team for guidance and support 0116 2891317
