Are you afraid of the dentist?

Fear of the dentist (dentophobia) is common, and there’s no need to be ashamed of it. It may stem from bad experiences at the dentist or even from unresolved trauma that has nothing to do with dental care.

However, it is possible to overcome dentophobia. Even if you can’t completely get rid of your fear, there are many options available for receiving treatment in ways that cause less anxiety. Neglecting dental care and oral health is, in the long run, a more frightening and dangerous option.

A dentist treats a nervous patient

Attentive and Caring Dental Care

Oral care is inevitably an intimate matter that requires a strong bond of trust between the patient and the treating professionals. At Ebeling Dentists, our staff proceeds at the patient’s pace and explains in advance all planned procedures as well as what they can expect them to feel like. Unexpected situations and sensations play a significant role in dental anxiety. Our staff has received much praise for their situational awareness and for their gentle handling of anxious patients. Scroll to the bottom of the page to read customer feedback from anxious patients and others who feel nervous.

Anesthesia options and pain-free methods

Many dental procedures, such as root canal treatment, have a reputation for being scary. Today, however, nearly all dental procedures can be performed completely painlessly. A skilled dentist selects the most appropriate anesthesia method for each situation. New technologies and tools, such as the use of ultrasound for tartar removal, have also made many once painful procedures even pleasant.

Online Treatment Assessment

Does just walking past a dental clinic make you anxious? Take the first step toward a healthy mouth—right from your couch! You can get a free treatment need assessment by sending us 3 photos of your teeth.

However, if you’ve already decided to come in for a dental checkup at our relaxed reception areas in Ruoholahti and Kalasatama, you can book an appointment directly through our online calendar or by calling our office at 010 323 3963.

You can also get to know our service-oriented nursing staff in advance.

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Experiences of fearful patients and others at Ebeling

The visit was a pleasant experience; the dentist was very knowledgeable, calm, and friendly. I wasn't scared at all after the first few minutes. I'd like to keep coming here in the future.
Customer feedback, 2024
A big thank you to Lauriina. Professional, friendly, and patient-centered service. An excellent experience for someone who’s afraid of the dentist. I plan to keep seeing her in the future.
Customer feedback, 2026
I've already recommended him to many people. If it's possible to be happy about a dentist, then I certainly am! Arttu has an incredibly gentle touch, works quickly, is wonderfully calming no matter what's going on, and...

I've already recommended him to many people. If it's possible to be happy about a dentist, then I certainly am! Arttu has an incredibly gentle touch, works quickly, is wonderfully calming no matter what's going on, and is also incredibly nice! Thank you 🙂

Customer feedback, 2025
A relaxed atmosphere and highly professional care.
Customer feedback, 2023
A patient with a fear of the dentist was handled very well
Customer feedback, 2025
The doctor's positivity and cheerfulness really lifted the mood and put everyone's fears to rest.
Customer feedback, 2026
I feel so calm after my visit. It really was a healing experience at the dentist. A lot of that old burden has been lifted.
Customer feedback, 2023
An amazing dentist! As a patient, I felt safe and confident; the work was thorough and professional.
Customer feedback, 2026
Thank you for the great service, Arttu—I felt like I was in the hands of a true professional. You were able to create a calm and safe atmosphere during the treatment, which significantly eased my anxiety. 🙂
Customer feedback, 2026
It was a really great experience getting my tartar removed, and it definitely beat public healthcare hands down. A friendly and skilled dental hygienist who knows how to do her job well and...

It was a really great experience having my tartar removed, and it definitely beat public healthcare hands down. A friendly and skilled dental hygienist who knows how to do her job well and, above all, painlessly. I can truly recommend her to others as well.

Customer feedback, 2023
Calm and professional care, and thank you also for taking my problematic jaw joint into consideration.
Customer feedback, 2023
Thank you for the excellent and reassuring service. It was really great for someone like me who’s afraid of the dentist.
Customer feedback, 2026
It was a very good experience for someone like me who’s “afraid of the dentist”—all my wishes, concerns, and questions were taken into account, and I felt safe and heard. I felt that the treatment plan was tailored specifically to suit me. A big...

It was a really great experience for someone like me who gets anxious—all my wishes, concerns, and questions were taken into account, and I felt safe and heard. I felt that the treatment plan was tailored specifically to my needs. A big thank you for that!

Customer feedback, 2026
I went to see Henriikka Hotulainen, and I have to say it was a 5 out of 5 experience. The tooth extraction was completely painless, and as someone who gets a little nervous at the dentist, my needs were taken into account very well! I think I've found a new...

I went to see Henriikka Hotulainen, and I have to say it was a 5 out of 5. The tooth extraction was completely painless, and as someone who gets a little anxious, I felt my needs were taken into account very well! I think I’ve found a new regular dentist.

Google review, 2023
Excellent and attentive care. Thank you!
Customer feedback, 2023
A big thank you to Lauriina. Professional, friendly, and patient-centered service. An excellent experience for someone who’s afraid of the dentist. I plan to keep seeing her in the future.
Customer feedback, 2026
The service was good, and even though I'm an anxious patient, they took my needs into consideration 🙂
Customer feedback, 2025
Overall, I am very pleased with the process and feel completely at ease with Anna. Thank you!
Customer feedback, 2024
It was a really pleasant visit, and the dentist was very nice—thank you!
Customer feedback, 2023
Thank you, Venla and Sanna, for taking care of a frightened and tearful patient in pain. It was the most wonderful dental visit, thanks to such empathetic, professional, friendly, and skilled dentist and dental assistant. I highly recommend them!
Customer feedback, 2025

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