18 Jun 2026
One of the biggest struggles of dental anxiety is feeling vulnerable in the dental chair. Allowing someone to check around your mouth while it’s difficult to speak can make some people feel a loss of control.
While such feelings are normal and valid, we never want them to keep you from taking care of your smile. Our team at Fonthill Marketplace Dental wants to help you set the rules for your comfort and feel safe during each visit.
Set a Pause Signal
Feeling unable to speak or pause the visit can easily make anxiety skyrocket. To help put the control back in your hands (literally), we discuss a clear, non-verbal pause signal before your treatment. Simply show the signal anytime that you want to pause for any reason. We are more than happy to take extra breaks so you can relax your jaw, get up for a moment, or just calm your nerves. Just knowing you can control the tempo of the visit often helps reduce stress and fear.
Read More: How to Overcome a Fear of the Dentist
Clear Breakdown of Your Treatment
Anxiety absolutely thrives on the unknown. If you hate the mystery of not knowing what is happening next, simply ask our team for a play-by-play narration. We will gladly explain exactly what we are doing, what sounds you will hear, and what sensations you might feel before they happen. Getting rid of the mystery takes away the background worry, so you can enjoy predictable and comfortable care.
Start Slow with an Incremental Plan
If you haven’t stepped foot in a dental practice for a few years, you don’t have to tackle everything all at once. Let our team know that you want to start slowly. We can focus initial visits on a simple conversation and brief exam, before scheduling any future treatments.
Comfort-First Dentistry in Fonthill and Welland
Who you are and how you feel are just as important to our team at Fonthill Marketplace Dental as your smile is. We offer judgement-free and patient-centered dental care to help you feel safe and supported. Visit us to comfortably step back into the dental loop and keep your oral health glowing on your own terms.
Schedule your next visit with our gentle dentist in Fonthill and Welland!