Many patients come to Berkhamsted Dental specifically to explore a treatment they are considering, whether that is Invisalign®, dental implants, composite bonding, veneers, or something else. You do not need to be a registered patient to book a consultation, and you are under no obligation to proceed with treatment after your appointment.
We take time to understand your general health, medications, and dental history. This informs every aspect of your care.
A full examination of your teeth, gums, bite, and soft tissues, including any existing fillings, crowns, and bridges.
We measure pocket depths and assess for signs of gum disease, recession, and bleeding. Gum health is the foundation of everything else.
A systematic check of your tongue, cheeks, palate, and lips. Included as standard at every examination, without exception.
Radiographs show what is happening between teeth, below the gum line, and within the bone. Taken only where clinically indicated.
Just as important as the clinical examination. We want to know what you would like to improve and what has been worrying you.
Where treatment is recommended, we explain your options clearly and provide full fee information before anything is booked.
We take time to understand your general health, medications, and dental history. This informs every aspect of your care.
We measure pocket depths and assess for signs of gum disease, recession, and bleeding. Gum health is the foundation of everything else.
A systematic check of your tongue, cheeks, palate, and lips. Included as standard at every examination, without exception.
Radiographs show what is happening between teeth, below the gum line, and within the bone. Taken only where clinically indicated.
Just as important as the clinical examination. We want to know what you would like to improve and what has been worrying you.
Where treatment is recommended, we explain your options clearly and provide full fee information before anything is booked.
If you are anxious about dental visits, you are in the right place. A significant number of our patients come to us specifically because they have had difficult experiences elsewhere or because dental anxiety has kept them away from care for a long time. Our team is experienced in supporting nervous patients, and we approach every appointment with the patience and sensitivity that it requires.
We are accepting new private patients with no waiting list; our team of general dentists and on-site specialists is highly trained; our appointments are designed to be unhurried and thorough; nervous patient support is standard, and you will always receive a full treatment plan and cost breakdown before anything begins.
New patient appointments are 45 minutes, allowing us to carry out a thorough assessment and have a proper conversation about your dental health and goals.
No. You can contact us directly to book a new patient appointment or a consultation. Simply call us on 01442 865 646 or book online.
Not at all. We see patients who have not been to a dentist in years, sometimes decades, and our approach is always the same: find out where you are now, explain what we find clearly and without alarm, and work with you at a pace you are comfortable with. The most important thing is that you are here. We will take it from there.
Yes. Supporting anxious patients is something our whole team is experienced in, and it is something we take seriously. Please tell us when you book that you are nervous, so that we can make sure your appointment is set up in a way that feels manageable.
Of course. You are always welcome to bring a friend or family member, and they are welcome to sit in with you during your appointment if that is what you would prefer.
It is helpful to bring a list of any medications you are currently taking, including the dosages. If you have had dental X-rays taken recently at another practice, we may be able to request these from your previous dentist, which can avoid the need to retake them.
Whether you’re booking your first appointment, have a question about our treatments, or simply want advice on your dental care — our friendly team is here to help.
