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

It was a wonderful experience, and I’ll definitely come back without any hesitation! A calm, caring, professional, and easygoing doctor—I really appreciate that.
Customer feedback, 2024
The staff is highly professional, and I received excellent service! They were very considerate of my fear of the dentist. This will definitely be my new regular dental clinic!
Google review, 2020
A wonderful dentist who made a nervous patient feel at ease even though I couldn't see my regular dentist.
Customer feedback, 2025
The absolute best place ever! I’ve already recommended it and will continue to do so. Special thanks to the dentist for taking such excellent care of a patient with dental anxiety. And of course, thank you for my beautiful new smile!
Customer feedback, 2023
Great care. A great place even for patients with anxiety.
Google review, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful and cheerful service! As someone who tends to get a little anxious, I felt really positive and at ease after my visit. I’ll definitely come back to your office again.
Customer feedback, 2025
Amazing service from the receptionist to the dentist—a cheerful attitude despite the late hour, solid professionalism (even from the perspective of a nervous patient!), and a smooth, quick visit! Fantastic—I’ve already recommended it to my friends.
Customer feedback, 2023
A truly pleasant and high-quality service!
Customer feedback, 2024
Alisa is a truly wonderful and skilled dentist. I can highly recommend her to anxious patients and children. She performed a filling on my 6-year-old very gently. My son wasn't scared or nervous...
Customer feedback, 2025
I would like to thank you for your kind and considerate attitude toward a seriously ill patient. Furthermore, the care situation was challenging, and managing it required strong problem-solving skills.
Customer feedback, 2023
The best dentist and service I've ever used. Calm and skilled. I highly recommend them, especially for patients with dental anxiety.
Customer feedback, 2024
A very pleasant experience for a nervous and shy customer like me. Great job. I'd be happy to come back again.
Customer feedback, 2025
The dentist and the dental nurse were really friendly, and the dentist explained what he was doing the whole time, which really put the patient at ease—thank you for that.
Customer feedback, 2024
A friendly dentist who always answers my questions really well. She also has a gentle touch, which is really pleasant.
Customer feedback, 2024
Thank you! If all dentists were like you, Alisa, I'm sure there would be less fear of the dentist. Thank you for treating me in a way that made me feel...
Customer feedback, 2026
Thank you for your kind service! Thanks to Henriikka, I’m no longer afraid of the dentist.
Customer feedback, 2023
Thanks for making it easier to visit the dentist in the future!
Customer feedback, 2024
Thanks again, Essi, for the great service. My anxiety about going to the dentist is gone, and this was a great experience in every way.
Customer feedback, 2025
The best dental experience I've had so far.
Customer feedback, 2023
I received patient-centered, empathetic, and attentive dental care – my nervousness upfront was needless.
Customer feedback, 2024

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