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Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Our Gentle Approach

At Evolve Dentistry in Portishead, we understand that visiting the dentist can be a daunting experience for many people. Dental anxiety is incredibly common — and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. Whether you’ve had a bad experience in the past or simply feel nervous about the unknown, we’re here to help you feel safe and supported every step of the way.

As a trusted dentist for nervous patients in Portishead, we’ve built our practice around creating a calm, friendly environment. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll be greeted by our warm and understanding team who will take the time to listen to your concerns.

Our gentle approach starts with communication. We believe that explaining treatments clearly and answering all your questions helps to ease anxiety. We never rush appointments — we give you the time you need to feel comfortable.

We also offer a variety of techniques to help you relax, including Calma Lamba, calming music, and breathing techniques. For patients who need extra support, we can also discuss sedation options.

Don’t let fear stop you from getting the dental care you need. At Evolve Dentistry, we’re dedicated to making sure every visit is as stress-free as possible.

If you’re looking for a dentist for nervous patients in Portishead, we’re here to help you regain confidence in your smile — and in visiting the dentist.

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📘 Practice update – closed today 📘

Today the practice is closed for a team training day while our entire team completes Immediate Life Support (ILS) training.

This essential training ensures we’re fully prepared to respond in an emergency and continue to provide the safest possible care for our patients and wider community.

Thank you for your understanding — we’ll be back open as normal on Monday. 💙

#TeamTraining #PatientSafety #ILS #DentalPractice #PuttingPatientsFirst #ContinuousLearning #CommunityCare #EvolveDentistry
🎉 We’re proud to share some great news 🎉

Evolve Dentistry has been accredited by Save Face for the 6th year in a row.

Save Face is the UK’s leading register for practitioners who meet the highest standards of safety, transparency and patient care. This continued accreditation reflects our ongoing commitment to providing treatments you can trust, delivered with care, professionalism and integrity.

Thank you to our wonderful patients for choosing Evolve, and to our dedicated team for maintaining these high standards year after year 💙
🚦 Travel update for patients 🚦

If you’re visiting us over the next few weeks, please be aware that temporary three-way traffic lights are in place on Harbour Road in Portishead, which is causing some delays.

We kindly ask that you allow a little extra time for your journey so you can arrive relaxed and on time for your appointment.

Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to welcoming you to the practice. 😊
How healthy are your everyday habits? 🦷💚

The NHS Healthy Choices quiz is a simple, helpful way to reflect on small lifestyle habits that can make a big difference to your overall health — including your oral health.

It only takes a few minutes, and you might be surprised by what you learn. No judgement, just gentle guidance and practical tips you can use straight away.

👉 Take the quiz here: https://bit.ly/4sBMx2W

And if you ever want to chat about how your choices affect your smile, our team is always happy to help — you’re never on your own with it at Evolve.

#HealthyChoices #NHSWellbeing #OralHealthMatters #EvolveDentistry #LookingAfterYourSmile
Feeling self-conscious about your smile can affect so much more than just photos.

In this video, Gemma shares her experience of having veneers with Carol at Evolve Dentistry. She explains how she had always felt unhappy with her smile and was also a nervous patient — something many people can relate to.

From her very first visit, Gemma felt welcomed and supported by the whole team. The friendly, calm approach at Evolve helped her feel more relaxed and confident throughout her treatment.

Now, she’s absolutely overjoyed with her results and finally feels comfortable smiling again.

Thank you, Gemma, for trusting us and for sharing your story 💙
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