We are very lucky to have Dr Paul Hooi as part of our dental team. Dr Hooi is a very friendly and approachable dentist and he has a special interest in treating nervous patients.

Treatment for nervous patients at Dublin18 Dental Care

We understand that most people experience a degree of anxiety when their dental appointment is looming and we aim to make every dental visit as comfortable as possible. We also know that for some patients, their fear is so intense that they cannot face going to the dentist and this puts them at risk of oral health diseases and associated systemic illnesses. Dr Hooi and the team want every patient to feel confident and calm when they come to the practice and they use a range of methods to help nervous patients overcome their fears.

Dr Hooi has additional training in caring for nervous patients; he is very warm and caring and he makes patients feel at ease. Dr Hooi is also able to offer dental treatment under sedation.

What is sedation?

Sedation is a technique used to help patients to relax during dental treatment; it involves using sedative medication to induce a state of calm. When you are sedated, you don’t experience pain, but you do remain conscious, so you can talk to your dentist and hear what they are saying. After sedation, you will feel a little drowsy and it is likely that you won’t remember much about the procedure.

Who can benefit from sedation?

Sedation can be beneficial for many patients; it is most commonly used for those who suffer from dental anxiety or dental phobia, but can also be advantageous for those with a sensitive gag reflex and those undergoing a long or complex procedure.

To find out more about sedation at Dublin18 Dental Care, call our friendly reception team!