It isn’t pain that gets to you. It’s the whine, the glare and the spray. River Heights residents who find dental visits a lot for the senses can plan ahead for a check-up and cleaning.
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Some patients aren’t afraid of the dentist at all, yet they leave a cleaning worn out. An overhead lamp, the high pitch of an instrument, a stream of water and someone’s hands near your face can add up quickly, particularly if you’re sensitive to sensory input in daily life.
This deserves a mention just as much as a sore tooth does. We’d rather hear what’s difficult before starting, so that you and your hygienist can settle on a pause signal and talk about what might make things easier.
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Sound, brightness, touch and spray are different problems, so be specific about yours.
Ask to be told ahead of time when a new instrument or the water is about to start.
Agree on a hand signal first, so you don’t need to speak with your mouth full of equipment.
Knowing the order of events can take some of the edge off. Here is how a routine visit generally divides between talking and hands-on work, with the details depending on your needs.
These portions tend to be gentler on the senses, although a light is typically used so that your dentist can see properly.
This is the stretch to prepare for. Many people notice pressure, vibration, water and scraping while tartar is being removed.
Ask your hygienist which instruments they plan to use and what each one sounds and feels like. Asking to hear one before it touches your teeth is a fair request.
Each visit varies depending on your oral health and how long it has been since the last one. These four moments are where sensory concerns can be dealt with most easily.
Request your visitExplain what overwhelms you and what has helped before. The chair hasn’t reclined yet, so it’s an easy time for that conversation.
Ask whether the light can be positioned differently, or whether you may wear your own sunglasses during the exam.
Short breaks can be helpful once the water and noise start to build. Use your agreed signal rather than pushing on through it.
Take a moment before moving on to the results. If you’re saturated, ask for the main points and call later with any questions.
You know your own triggers better than anyone. Thinking them through beforehand makes it simpler to explain them, even if you’re feeling flustered when you arrive.
You can ask in advance whether earplugs or headphones would get in the way of the cleaning. It’s also reasonable to ask how long your appointment may run, since that depends on your needs.
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We can’t make a cleaning silent, but telling your hygienist what’s hard gives them a chance to adapt how they work. Comfort options can be discussed as well. What helps is different for each person, so be frank about yours.
If fingers near your lips or a bib on your neck bothers you, mention it at the start.
A quick description of the next stage can make an unexpected sound much less jarring.
Let staff know if you need a quiet minute before going through next steps.
So next time is easier
Once you’re home and rested, think about which parts were manageable and which weren’t. Sharing this at your next appointment means you won’t have to start from zero.
Ask whether your preferences can be noted for future visits.
If an electric brush or a strong rinse is hard to tolerate, ask about gentler alternatives.
Many people are seen around every six months, but your dentist and hygienist may suggest something else.
Any new pain or swelling needs a phone call rather than a wait for your next visit: (204) 338-3003.
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Winnipeg North Dental
Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6Get directions (opens in a new tab)River Heights sits within Winnipeg, and people from there are seen at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street. Seeing the storefront in advance may mean one less surprise.
Sending the form doesn’t secure a time. The clinic responds to confirm, and you can add a line about sensory needs in your message.
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Helpful details about check-ups & cleanings in River Heights.
Ask our teamCertainly. Anything that makes a visit harder is useful for your hygienist to know, whether or not it involves pain. It gives them a chance to adjust and to warn you about what’s coming.
That’s a good question to raise when you request your visit or before your hygienist starts. They’ll also need a way to get your attention, so ask how that would work.
Spray at the back of the mouth is a common complaint, and a lot of people dislike it for different reasons. Describe what you feel, and ask whether the way water and suction are handled can be changed.
Instrument choice depends on your buildup and what your hygienist finds. Ask what they’re suggesting, what it’s for and whether another option would suit your mouth.
Time needed depends on your oral health, and some patients benefit from additional hygiene time rather than one long stretch. Bring it up with the team so it can be factored in when your care is planned.
Use the form on this page or ring (204) 338-3003, whichever is easier for you. You’re welcome to mention sensory concerns then. The cleaning itself happens at the McPhillips Street office.
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If you live in River Heights, send a request for a visit to our McPhillips Street clinic and mention what you find hardest. Someone from the clinic gets back to you to settle on a time.
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