Nervous patients

Whatever your negative dental experiences, with our help you can leave your fears where they belong: in the past. With refined care and expertise, we’ve been helping patients throughout Southampton, Fareham and Park Gate manage their fear of the dentist for many years - we can do it for you too.

It’s important that you look after your oral health. Your lifestyle, psychological well-being and dental health depend on it. If you continue to avoid the dentist, this can lead to severe, perhaps irreversible, damage.

So, take the first step. Work with us. Tell us everything. In detail. We understand the panic. The sweaty palms. The rumbling tum. The unsteady legs. The tears. We also know how to ease these symptoms. As your confidence grows, they will disappear for good.

If you need some extra help to deal with your dental anxiety, we can also offer dental sedation. With safe and proven techniques, patients receive sedative drugs which work rapidly to create a relaxed state that is maintained and monitored throughout treatment. Sedation patients often tell us they have little or no memory of their dental experience.

No pressure—you are in control

What does and doesn’t happen is up to you. You do not have to do anything out of your comfort zone.

Why not start with driving by Titchfield Dental Health. You don’t have to do any more than this for starters. We have a beautiful practice with a calm, friendly, family vibe, which you will discover if you come in and say hello. Why not bring a friend or a family member?

We are happy to chat

This is your chance to tell us why the dentist gives you the heebie-jeebies—we will understand. Sit down and have a cuppa or two on the house.

Our staff are happy to discuss your concerns. We are trained, qualified and experienced in dental phobias. If this is enough, leave and have a think.

Clare's Story

 My advice to people nervous about the dentist is not to continue doing what you’ve always done but to explore something that can bridge that gap. I cannot believe I’m on this journey, where I’m happy to come to the dentist. So, thank you.

Meet the team—tour the premises

If you are ready for the next step, you can meet the Titchfield Dental Health team. All of us. Putting faces to names can help to break down barriers. As does understanding our systems and processes, our treatments and technology.

You get to know us. We get to know you. Have a guided tour of the building. Ask as many questions as you like.

Choose your dentist

Getting to know you means we get to play matchmaker. Partnering you with the dentist we feel is the most sympathetic to your personality and individual requirements. But, if you have a preference, we are happy to oblige!

Your first dental health assessment

Comfy chair, feet up, music in the background. We are happy to tailor the tunes to your taste. Or you can bring your own music and headphones and zone out to your favourites while we check your dental health. It doesn’t take long and is painless. We can stop at any time if you need a break.

Your first dental treatment

This can be as simple and pain-free as polishing your teeth or a sealant filling. You won’t feel a thing and will walk tall when we’ve finished. And don’t forget the music!

If you need a course of treatments, we plan these close together. This means you don’t have the time to fret and undo all the good work that has got you this far.

Take the first step today…why not give us a call on 01489 581158 for a chat and to find out how we could help you.

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Titchfield Dental Health. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

984 Reviews

5.0

1st May 2026

Treated with full explanation at all times Staff aware that I am very nervous and kindness and understanding at all time.

30th April 2026

Friendly, calm and polite

GR

Gail Robertson

Excellent , friendly service.

24th April 2026

Having changed dental practices and received treatment for the first time I am now able to eat all foods without experiencing any pain.

23rd April 2026

Wonderful reception staff, friendly nurses and both Rick and Ruth are excellent and very patient and understanding

23rd April 2026

Anya the dentist and her nurse Jenny are both happy, friendly and very knowledgeable answered all questions that I asked. Would highly recommend the practice

SP

Steven J Phyall

A very organised and structured visit to Titchfield Dental this afternoon. They were very friendly and Rick explained in great detail what was what. I would thoroughly recommend them.

16th April 2026

Everyone makes we nervous patients feel at ease

16th April 2026

Each time I visit the practice the staff and care I receive is first class. This visit I saw Linda the hygienist and as always the experience was positive.

15th April 2026

I've suffered TMJD for over 30 yrs, I've been given quite a few options for treatment. All explained very well. I feel that the route we've chosen is the best first step and I'm feeling confident that for the first time in many years some of the root cause of my issue is being treated

15th April 2026

This was an emergency appointment, booked at very short notice and Rick was able to resolve the problem in under a minute that A&E couldn't do in 20 minutes.

15th April 2026

Excellent, knowledgeable care and dental education. Friendly staff

15th April 2026

The Dentist made me feel very at ease with conversation. As a nervous patient it was a pleasant experience. It helped that I didn't need any work done although i had a filling last time which went very well also. As a former NHS I experienced very poor treatment which added to my anxiety, that is why I decided to go private - a decision I am very happy with.

15th April 2026

There were no problems, I was seen at short notice but I never felt hurried. Rick took his time and I left feeling a good job had been done.

10th April 2026

Really diligent hygienist, knowledgable and caring. Personalised care which went above and beyond what I expected. Felt listened to and concerns answered; an al round excellent appointment.

8th April 2026

All of the staff are always friendly, pleasant, professional and respectful. Nothing is too much bother. I am never disappointed with the treatment I have received during my appointments. Have recommended Titchfield Dental to colleagues and friends, especially as some have not received the best most professional treatment from their own Dental Practice

3rd April 2026

Punctuality, friendly staff, patience and understanding from staff and calming atmosphere

1st April 2026

Friendliness, prompt, helpfulness,

31st March 2026

Nice comfortable surroundings in reception. No wait time. Linda the hygenist was very friendly, put me at ease and explained everything to me.

27th March 2026

Everyone from reception to hygienist are very professional and friendly.

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