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You will always be in control as you can determine the pace of any treatment, taking breaks as you

feel the need. Crucially, you have the power to stop the dentist working at any time by using a hand-
held button that instructs Dr Neeson to stop what he is doing immediately.

In a number of cases an oral sedative such as diazepam can be useful, especially in the early stages
of the treatment journey. Occasionally even intra-venous sedation can be required in certain circum-
stances. Although many people presume they will need this, it is in fact very rarely required.

Niall is a member for the British Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis and uses hypnosis as one
method to help people overcome their fears or phobia.

The first step is always the hardest- picking up the phone and making that appointment. Our friend-
ly reception team will be happy to discuss any concerns or answer any questions you have at this
stage.

If this still sounds too daunting and you think it would be easier to manage, you can also request to
simply come in for a chat, allowing you to meet Niall in a relaxed non-clinical environment (without a
dental chair in the room!). It can be a very effective first step in the process of building confidence

and gaining trust.

We have hundreds of success stories from patients who have previously avoided the dentist for
many, many years.

If you are interested in taking your first step then please call us on 046 901 7272.

Nervous patient case with photos and testimonial:

Ruth has been truly petrified of the dentist for many years. She initially attended only because she
was in pain. Since attending Niall at Boyne Dental she has gone from strength to strength, growing
in confidence and re-building a sense of trust. It has been a delight observing Ruth's transition from
genuine phobia to being able to comfortably deal with any treatment required. Her teeth also
demonstrate an effective transition through hygienist cleaning, tooth whitening and a number of
white filling materials to improve the appearance of her front teeth. She is thrilled with the results

and is rightly very proud of herself in conquering her fear of the dentist a long the way!

"I used to feel absolutely petrified about coming to the dentist. If I could live through the pain I would.
Not anymore. Niall just took his time, there was no rush, no panic. The button clicker means I knew I
could stop at any time. The 'Magic Wand' is absolutely brilliant instead of the old injections. It's not like I
remember the dentist being years ago. It's just different- it's so relaxed and there's no pain involved! To

anyone who has a real fear of the dentist I would say come and see Niall. I used to avoid the dentist but
now I can lie back in the chair and relax. It's great to be able to walk through the door and smile because
you've given me back my smile!" - Ruth