Sedation Dentistry in Ingatestone for Nervous Patients
Calm, Comfortable Dental Care, Designed Around You
Start Smiling has repeatedly won awards for treating nervous patients. Dr Tom Sealey and Dr Tony Aneiros each have over 20 years of clinical experience and are highly experienced in providing dental treatment under sedation.
Patients travel from across the UK and overseas for our combination of experienced dentistry and calm, reassuring care. We also treat fellow dentists—a reflection of the professional trust placed in Tom and Tony.
Whether you need gentle sedation or simply time, patience and reassurance, we’ll help you take the next step towards a healthy, confident smile.
What Is Sedation & Relaxation Dentistry?
Sedation and relaxation dentistry helps make treatment manageable when fear, anxiety or previous experiences have made visiting the dentist difficult.
Relaxation begins with how we care for you: listening to your concerns, explaining treatment clearly and giving you time to feel comfortable. Music, televisions, blankets and a supportive team can all help you settle in.
For patients who need additional support, conscious sedation uses medication to help reduce anxiety during treatment. You remain conscious and able to respond; it is different from a general anaesthetic. Local anaesthetic is also used where needed to numb the treatment area.
Why Choose Start Smiling For Sedation & Relaxation Dentistry?
Our care for nervous patients has been recognised repeatedly at the Private Dentistry Awards, including Best Treatment of Nervous Patients — South in 2018 and Treatment of Nervous Patients — South in 2023.
Tom and Tony each bring over 20 years of clinical experience, including helping patients who have avoided dentistry for years, experienced difficult treatment or need complex care. They combine this experience with an understanding of how to help anxious patients feel comfortable.
We are the dentists who treat dentists. Colleagues trust Tom and Tony with their own teeth and refer patients for more challenging treatment. Patients also travel from around the country and overseas to see us.
Our hundreds of five-star reviews include accounts of patients rebuilding their confidence, completing treatment they once feared and feeling able to smile freely again.
Sedation & Relaxation Dentistry At Start Smiling, What Makes Us Different?
Your experience begins before treatment. From your first conversation with reception to the care you receive in the surgery, our team takes time to understand what worries you and what will help.
Appointments are unhurried. We explain each stage, answer your questions and agree a stop signal so you can pause whenever you need to. Music, televisions and blankets provide additional comfort, while photographs and digital scans, where appropriate, help make treatment easier to understand.
Tom and Tony are highly experienced in treating patients under sedation. If sedation is suitable for you, we’ll explain the process, preparation, monitoring and aftercare before you decide.
Many patients who initially believe they will need sedation find they become comfortable having treatment without it. The reassurance, preparation and trust built with our team can make a remarkable difference. We’ll support whichever approach is appropriate for you.
Who Is Sedation & Relaxation Dentistry Suitable For?
This approach may help if you feel frightened of dental treatment, have had an upsetting experience, struggle with gagging or have avoided appointments for a long time.
You may feel embarrassed about your teeth, worry that you need extensive treatment or have been unable to complete care elsewhere. You don’t need to apologise or arrive knowing what treatment you want. Our first job is to listen and help you understand your options.
Sedation may also be useful for some patients undergoing longer or more complex procedures. We assess your medical history, needs and planned treatment before recommending the most appropriate support.
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What Does A Sedation & Relaxation Appointment Involve?
Your care is carefully planned and explained.
What Types Of Sedation Are Available?
The appropriate sedation option depends on your health, anxiety, planned treatment and the services available for your appointment.
Options discussed following assessment may include inhalation sedation, which is breathed through a small nosepiece, or oral sedation using prescribed medication. Our team will confirm which options we can provide for your individual needs.
Conscious sedation helps you feel more relaxed while remaining able to respond. We’ll explain what you may experience and any preparation or recovery requirements.
For many patients, reassurance, careful local anaesthesia and additional time provide enough support to complete treatment comfortably without sedation.
How Much Does Sedation Dentistry Cost?
Sedation fees depend on the method used, appointment length and treatment involved.
We’ll provide a clear estimate before you proceed, explaining the sedation fee separately from your dental treatment and outlining any assessment or aftercare requirements. Our team can confirm current prices and discuss payment options where available.
Helping You Move Forward With Confidence
Our aim is to help you regain both dental health and confidence in receiving care.
You may begin with a conversation, then progress to an examination and a carefully staged treatment plan. Sedation can help some patients complete care they have postponed, while others find their confidence grows through positive experiences with our team.
Whether you need a small repair or more extensive treatment, Tom and Tony can plan care around your comfort and long-term dental health. Many patients who once felt unable to attend now visit comfortably and confidently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please complete the form below to arrange an appointment or ask about sedation and support for nervous patients. Let us know if you feel anxious, and our team will help you prepare for your visit.
What our patients have to say...
John Robinson
Patient
I have been using start smiling for the last 4 years, I can highly recommend their services. I had 3 implants fitted, and also some cosmetic work done . I am very pleased with the results. Thank you to all the staff there.
Jeff Emberson
Patient
My Dentist is Tony Aneiros, he has been my Dentist for many years. I have confidence in his skills as Dentist and he has always been very professional when caring for my teeth. He has a friendly manner and is mindful to keep the patient at ease and pain free. We recently moved and now live a long way from the surgery, but I have no intention of changing Dentist.
Toni Featherstone
Patient
Absolutely amazing, before coming here I had a terrible fear with dentist. From the day I went to start smily I have felt completely at ease! Can’t not recommend them enough! Thank you so much I can’t wait now for the final finish of my new teeth 🦷
Denise Somers
Patient
Every member of staff is always extremely kind, thorough, and patient. Always thorough in explanations and ensure every client feels valued.
Gill Carter
Patient
Bradley the Hygienist is very considerate as I really don’t like the process but I know it’s necessary. I would recommend him if you are a nervous patient.
Lynn Culley
Patient
Have been going to Start Smiling for as long as I can remember. I am an old person, but still wants a good smile. 😬. Natalie the hygienist is lovely. Receptionist are always polite and friendly. Tom my dentist is good. Never felt worried or anxious when I go.
Anne-Marie Winch
Patient
Very satisfied with all treatment received so far. I shall be using Start-Smiling from now on for check ups, hygienist, etc. A very friendly and helpful team. Thank you
Michael Seymour
Patient
I had some excellent treatment at Start smiling and can’t thank the team enough. The care and kindness shown by everyone really stood out and put me completely at ease. A fantastic dentist and a genuinely caring practice
Steve Franks
Patient
Turned up late for my appointment due to train issues, I was already extremely nervous but the staff were very kind and considerate. Appointment itself was fine despite my rambling on in my nervousness. Very professional service. Thank you Start Smiling I would recommend you to anyone with similar 'phobias'
Nicky Allen
Patient
We’ve had such a great experience with Tony, the orthodontist treating my son. His teeth are coming along beautifully and we’re so pleased with the progress. Tracey on reception and the nurse are both absolutely lovely — always welcoming, kind, and they truly go above and beyond. The whole team makes every visit a positive experience. I would highly recommend.
A-A Ron
Patient
Great practice, very friendly, high quality of dental care from Dr Tom Sealey and his colleagues. Just had a brace fitted and it was carried out very quickly with no discomfort. I have been going for 10 years or so. Thoroughly recommend.
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