Overview
Dental psychology
We provide support for people who are very anxious about visiting the dentist. We also treat people who have a condition that affects their face, mouth or jaw.
We work with other departments in the dental service, particularly:
We often see people who want help with:
- feeling anxious about visiting the dentist
- persistent gagging
- long-term pain in the mouth, jaw or face
- burning mouth syndrome
- temporomandibular disorder (TMD)
- autoimmune mouth conditions
We also provide assessments for people who may have orthognathic surgery.
The service is led by psychologists. Psychologists are health professionals who help people manage their emotional concerns. They do not prescribe medicines.
We also work with other members of the dental team including:
- dentists
- nurses
- dental hygienists
Our service is inclusive and accessible to everyone who needs it. Please let us know how we are doing. You can tell us or the Trust's Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS).
Our consultants
Please note that this is not an emergency service
If you need urgent medical or emotional support, please contact your GP or visit your nearest 24-hour emergency department (A&E).
For 24-hour emotional support:
- phone 0800 731 2864, the SLaM 24-hour support line
- phone 116 123 to speak to the Samaritans
- Visit the Staying Safe website
If you have a dental emergency, please visit our emergency dental care pages.
