Fear of the dentist · Ganshoren
Afraid of the dentist? Care adapted to nervous patients
Many patients put off their dental care because they are afraid of the dentist. At Maison du Sourire in Ganshoren, every nervous patient is welcomed without judgement: a first appointment to talk, explanations before every step, a signal to pause at any time and careful local anaesthetic.
- First appointment
- To talk, with no treatment if you prefer
- During treatment
- Stop signal at any time
- Anaesthetic
- Numbing gel before the injection
Who it is for
This practice is right for you if…
- You have not been to the dentist for years
- You have had a bad experience
- The injection or the sound of the drill makes you anxious
- You feel embarrassed about the state of your teeth
- You are in pain but keep putting off the appointment
Step by step
How we support you
Each step is explained to you in advance, with a detailed cost estimate for any major treatment.
- We talk firstTell us about your fear when you book. The first appointment can simply be a conversation.
- Everything is explainedThe dentist tells you what they are going to do before doing it, and shows you what they see.
- You stay in controlRaise your hand and the treatment stops. We go at your pace, over several appointments if needed.
- Pain-freeA numbing gel is applied before the injection, and the anaesthetic is checked before starting.
Frequently asked questions
Nervous patients: your questions
I am very afraid of the dentist. What should I do?
Tell us when you book your appointment. You will not be judged: the first appointment is for getting to know each other, explaining and drawing up a plan at your own pace.
I have not been to the dentist for years. Is that a problem?
No. It is very common, and the dentist is there to help you, not to blame you. We start with what is most urgent, then move forward step by step.
Does the injection hurt?
A numbing gel is applied to the gum before the injection, and the injection is given slowly. Most patients barely feel it.
Can I bring someone with me?
Yes, you can come with someone you trust.
Nervous patients in Ganshoren: book an appointment
Avenue Van Overbeke 196, 1083 Ganshoren
Other treatments
Our other treatments
General dentistry
Annual check-up, scale and polish, fillings, gum care and root canal treatment.
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Toothache, broken tooth, abscess: same-day appointment where possible.
Find out more →EndodonticsRoot canal treatment
Root canal treatment to relieve pain and save the tooth.
Find out more →GumsGum disease treatment
Bleeding gums, receding gums, loose teeth.
Find out more →Oral surgeryExtractions and wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth, damaged teeth, under local anaesthetic.
Find out more →ReplacementDental implants
A titanium root and a fixed crown to replace a tooth.
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Clear aligners or fixed braces, at any age.
Find out more →JawTeeth grinding and night guards
Teeth grinding, sore jaw, custom-made night guard.
Find out more →CosmeticTeeth whitening
Professional whitening in the chair or at home.
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