Fear is not something you need to hide from the dentist.
The practice explicitly addresses dental fear and offers sedation for anxiety and pain. A good first step is simply telling the team how you feel before treatment is planned.
Say it before the appointment.
Dental anxiety can come from previous experiences, fear of pain, loss of control or uncertainty about what a procedure involves. Telling reception and the clinical team upfront gives them useful context.
Understanding reduces uncertainty.
Dr Siebold’s own practice philosophy emphasises putting dental challenges into perspective and helping patients understand the treatment plan. That same idea appears strongly in patient feedback.
Alicea MacDonald specifically praised the time Dr Siebold took to explain her situation and answer questions.
Sedation can be part of the plan.
The practice lists sedation for anxiety and pain, including in connection with advanced periodontal treatment. Whether sedation is appropriate is discussed clinically based on the procedure and patient.
Comfort continues after treatment.
Monika Siebold is a pharmacist and supports appropriate pain-prevention medication and safe pharmaceutical management around procedures, according to the practice’s team profile.
Tell the team you are anxious ↗