Drayton House Dental Practice

Nervous Patients

Not everyone enjoys coming to the dentist.

Drayton House Dental Practice

We know that. Some people feel a little uneasy before an appointment. Others haven’t been for years because one difficult experience has stayed with them. Some people apologise for being nervous before they’ve even sat down. You don’t need to. You’re not the first person to feel that way, and you certainly won’t be the last.

You’re not alone

Dental anxiety is incredibly common. We’ve looked after patients who’ve avoided the dentist for months. Others for years. The important thing is that you’ve taken the first step. From there, we’ll take it one appointment at a time.

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A calmer way to experience dentistry

We've designed the practice to feel as relaxed as possible.

  • A bright, spacious environment.
  • In-chair entertainment.
  • Appointments that aren’t rushed.
  • A team who understand that a little reassurance can make a big difference.
  • Good dentistry isn’t only about clinical skill.
  • It’s about helping people feel comfortable enough to come back.
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What if I'm very anxious?

Some patients benefit from a little extra support.

If the dental treatment feels overwhelming, we’ll take the time to talk through the different ways we can support you. There’s never any pressure or judgement — just a calm, understanding approach designed to help you feel comfortable and cared for every step of the way.

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Why choose Drayton House if you're a nervous patient?

Nobody enjoys feeling frightened. Our job isn’t to tell you not to worry. It’s to understand why you’re worried in the first place. We’ll take the time to listen, explain what’s happening in plain English and make sure you feel in control throughout your appointment. If all we achieve on your first visit is helping you feel more comfortable about coming back, that’s a really good place to start.

Patient journey

Step 1

First appointment

The first appointment doesn’t have to be about treatment. Sometimes it’s simply about having a conversation.

Step 2

Discuss treatment

We’ll ask what’s worrying you, explain anything you’re unsure about and agree on a pace that feels comfortable.

Step 3

Take it at your pace

If you’d like us to stop at any point, we’ll stop. If you’d like something explained again, we’ll explain it. You don’t have to pretend you’re fine if you’re not.

Step 1

First appointment

The first appointment doesn’t have to be about treatment. Sometimes it’s simply about having a conversation.

Step 2

Discuss treatment

We’ll ask what’s worrying you, explain anything you’re unsure about and agree on a pace that feels comfortable.

Step 3

Take it at your pace

If you’d like us to stop at any point, we’ll stop. If you’d like something explained again, we’ll explain it. You don’t have to pretend you’re fine if you’re not.

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Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice but the staff are so sweet and they look after you. Dr. Ria is just the right dentist for me. Thank you so much.

Ausra

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This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing, their service is just perfect- reminders on time and a great all round experience.

Brad M

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Great staff and excellent service.

Sandeep Patel

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Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.

Jonny Kad

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I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I recommended it to my friends. All of the staff there are extremely friendly. The environment and internal settings are very clean and modern. Dr Shah is professional, patient, thorough and caring. The referrals he made for us were timely and proper. The treatments he did for us were very satisfying.

Jing C

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Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.

Alexander Penn

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Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has been fantastic always, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia on reception who went above and beyond to make the referral process happen quickly and smoothly. She was incredibly supportive, compassionate, and reassuring throughout, keeping me informed and making what could have been a stressful situation much easier. AMAZING TEAM. We are very grateful for their professionalism and kindness. Highly recommended.

Lediona Hima

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We have been going to Drayton house dental practice for over 40 years, I've never found such a good kind and friendly practice, when we moved to Brighton, we still visit twice a year, and won't be changing.

Ann Slight

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I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.

Jillie Sutton

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Excellent caring service.

Ant Shedend

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Amazing service. I was so nervous before I came to the dental practice but the staff are so sweet and they look after you. Dr. Ria is just the right dentist for me. Thank you so much.

Ausra

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This is one of the best Dental Practices in the UK. The doctors and staff are amazing, their service is just perfect- reminders on time and a great all round experience.

Brad M

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Great staff and excellent service.

Sandeep Patel

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Good dental practice, nice staff and very professional.

Jonny Kad

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I joined one of the care plans in Drayton House about 4 years ago and have kept it. After my visits and nice experiences, I recommended it to my friends. All of the staff there are extremely friendly. The environment and internal settings are very clean and modern. Dr Shah is professional, patient, thorough and caring. The referrals he made for us were timely and proper. The treatments he did for us were very satisfying.

Jing C

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Such a wonderful practice. Lovely, professional, kind and fair prices. Cured my fear of dentistry.

Alexander Penn

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Excellent dental practice. Dr Ria has been fantastic always, especially in arranging my son’s referral for treatment, and a special thank you to Julia on reception who went above and beyond to make the referral process happen quickly and smoothly. She was incredibly supportive, compassionate, and reassuring throughout, keeping me informed and making what could have been a stressful situation much easier. AMAZING TEAM. We are very grateful for their professionalism and kindness. Highly recommended.

Lediona Hima

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We have been going to Drayton house dental practice for over 40 years, I've never found such a good kind and friendly practice, when we moved to Brighton, we still visit twice a year, and won't be changing.

Ann Slight

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I have complete faith in this practice - they are reliable, totally committed and wonderfully competent. I know they are looking after me.

Jillie Sutton

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Excellent caring service.

Ant Shedend

Frequently asked questions

What if I haven't seen a dentist for years?

Please don’t worry. You won’t be judged. We’ll simply look at where things are today and talk through the best way forward together.

Can I stop treatment if I need a break?

Absolutely. Just let us know. We’ll always work at a pace you’re comfortable with.

Do I have to have treatment at my first appointment?

Not necessarily. Many nervous patients prefer to begin with a consultation so we can get to know each other and discuss any concerns first.

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