Visiting the dentist can be a daunting experience, especially for those who struggle with dental anxiety or phobia. At Glandwr Dental Practice, we understand that many patients feel nervous about their appointments, which is why we provide gentle, understanding, and stress-free care for our community in Pwllheli and Criccieth. Whether you’ve had a bad experience in the past or feel uneasy about treatment, our team is here to support you with a calm and compassionate approach.
Make EnquiryWe believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality dental care, regardless of their comfort level. That’s why we take extra steps to ensure you feel safe, relaxed, and in control during your visit.
From the moment you walk into our practice, you’ll be welcomed by a warm and friendly team who will take the time to understand your concerns. Our modern, comfortable clinic is designed to help you feel at ease.
We tailor every appointment to your needs, whether that means taking extra time to explain procedures, using gentle techniques, or allowing breaks during treatment.
For patients with severe anxiety, we offer sedation dentistry, which helps you feel completely relaxed while receiving the care you need. We can discuss this option with you during your consultation.
Many patients feel nervous due to a lack of control or past negative experiences. We take the time to explain each step of your treatment in simple terms, so you always know what to expect. Nothing will ever be done without your consent.
Make EnquiryWe encourage nervous patients to book an initial consultation where we can discuss your concerns and create a personalised treatment plan. Here’s how we make your visit stress-free:
Many of our patients who once feared the dentist now feel confident about attending regular check-ups. Over time, with gentle care and trust, dental anxiety can be reduced or even eliminated.
If you’ve been avoiding the dentist due to fear, we encourage you to take the first small step by booking an appointment with our friendly team. Your oral health and wellbeing are important, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
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Getting your visit done early can prevent anxiety from building throughout the day.
Make EnquiryLet us know what makes you nervous so we can adjust your treatment accordingly.
Make EnquirySlow, deep breaths can help calm nerves before and during your appointment.
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Try relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or listening to calming music before your visit. Letting us know about your concerns in advance also allows us to tailor your experience for maximum comfort.
There’s no need to feel embarrassed – we’re here to help, not judge. We’ll start with a simple check-up and go at your pace to restore your oral health gradually.
Absolutely! We encourage nervous patients to bring a friend or family member to help them feel more at ease during their visit.
Hear from our smiling patients.
By far the best experience I’ve had at the dentist. Having won a competition on instagram I cannot express how grateful I am to Dr Dylan for the amazing new smile and boost of confidence it’s give… Read More
Recently received treatment at the practice and I am exceptionally pleased with the results Dr Dylan managed to create. Greatful for all their hard work on achieving what I really wanted in my teeth. … Read More
Really complicated filling done expertly and painlessly in beautiful surroundings. Dr Nia Benson was very willing to discuss treatment options, explained what was happening all the time, didn’t rush a… Read More
For many years I have had a fear of Dentists…I was told that Dylan and his team were very good so I plucked up the courage to ring, make an appointment and wasn’t disappointed! He made me feel at e… Read More
Received my first appointment today and signed up to the Denplan which is really reasonably priced , plan starts from £17 per month and upward !! Catrin and Angharad were really welcoming and made me… Read More
