Dentistry at your pace.
If you're worried about visiting the dentist, you can ask us a question before booking. Tell us what concerns you, or ask about your first appointment.
Appointments
Use our online booking service to arrange your visit.
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Your first visit to Pearl
Before your appointment
Let the team know if you feel nervous or would like to discuss anything before your visit. You can ask a question before booking.
Meeting your dentist
We talk about your concerns and explain the examination before we begin. There is time to ask questions and agree how to pause if you need a break.
Discussing care and costs
Your dentist explains the options and their costs in writing. You can discuss the plan before deciding about treatment.
Support during your appointment
- Explaining each stage
- We explain what an examination or treatment involves and give you time to ask questions before we begin.
- Pausing during treatment
- We agree a stop signal with you. Raise your hand if you need us to pause or take a break.
- Discussing your concerns
- You can tell us about a difficult past experience or anything that makes appointments hard. We discuss what may help and plan your visits with you.
Sedation at Pearl Dental
Pearl Dental offers intravenous (IV) sedation. It can help you feel more relaxed during treatment while remaining awake.
Your dentist will assess whether sedation is suitable for you and explain the preparation, recovery and costs before you decide.
Questions before you book
Can I ask a question before booking?
Yes. Use Ask a question to contact the team about your concerns or your first appointment.
What if I haven't visited a dentist for a long time?
Let us know when you contact the practice. Your first appointment gives you a chance to discuss your concerns and understand your dental health. We explain the care that may help and agree a plan with you.
How much does a first appointment cost?
Our registration page explains the first-appointment fee, deposit and booking arrangements. Your dentist will explain the costs of any proposed treatment before you decide.
Will I need sedation?
Sedation is one option to discuss with your dentist. They will consider your concerns, health and planned treatment before explaining whether it is suitable for you.
What if I need urgent dental care?
Contact the practice if you need urgent dental care. You can let the team know that you are nervous when you get in touch.
Speak to the team before you book