Testimonials

"The thought of having another operation on my teeth was not a happy one since the last operation (not performed at the clinic!) had been complicated and painful. However, everyone at the clinic was so friendly and helpful, I was very reassured and indeed I had absolutely no need to worry. I have practically no memory of the operation, which was quite long, and there was no pain at all at the time. Though slightly painful in the few days following, I spoke to Tim several times on the phone with queries (often silly) and he was always very helpful and patient. Sedation is a great route to take and not just for nervous patients. I could not have asked for better care at the clinic and can't recommend it highly enough!"
AB (Bath)

 

"I have always been a very nervous dental patient to say the least and on learning that I had to have two teeth removed was extremely apprehensive. However, I couldn't have had better treatment. I was kept informed of every detail of the procedure and Tim and his nurses were very kind. I had the sedation administered and before I knew it, I had the procedure behind me and I had no memory of anything taking place. I would recommend wholeheartedly this method of treatment; I was given very good aftercare and am extremely happy with every aspect."
CC (Wiltshire)

 

"The reason for my referral was one of my upper back teeth which had broken off at gum level. While not usually being a nervous dental patient I have been lucky in not having to undergo any major treatment. Prior to my appointment with you however I have to confess that I was apprehensive to say the least.

However the treatment, level of advice, explanation and reassurance that you provided to me prior and during the procedure set my mind at rest and produced a very relaxed experience.

This excellent provision of detail and care is what has prompted me to write and thank you very much for all that you have done to improve my dental health. My mouth has now healed well, the stitches have dissolved and the pain experienced following the operation was very minimal. Thank you once again."
MG (Bath)

 

"I travelled to the clinic to have my lower wisdom teeth removed. I was very nervous as they had been causing me a great deal of pain. On arrival, the team met me at the door and instantly helped me feel more relaxed. I had the sedation administered and the next I knew it was "all done!"

I can honestly say that the whole experience was very professional and caring. Tim rang me during the week following my operation to see how I was. My mouth was sore but not at all how I expected things to be. The swelling went and after a week, I felt 100%! I would recommend Bath Oral Surgery Clinic to anyone wishing to receive outstanding care"
SW (Hants)

 

"A note to thank you for your kindness and sympathetic treatment of "Mrs Frightened" on Tuesday. Yes - of course I've had more fun! But you made an unpleasant experience about as good as it could be and totally pain-free for which I really am grateful."
MW (Wiltshire)

 

"Thank you very much for making such a good and pain-free job of taking out the root of my tooth and for your patience and understanding."
DM (Bath)

 

"Thank you all for looking after me. I am so relieved to have those wisdom teeth out and really do appreciate how lovely you all were."
VS (Bath)

 

"Thank you very much for removing my tooth so successfully. I had no pain afterwards and it has healed very quickly. I can't thank you enough for all your care and kindness."
JC (Somerset)

 

"I would like to write a letter of thanks to all of the surgery staff and share my experience with any other potential "sedation" patients.
Following a routine dental check-up, my dentist made me aware of a wisdom tooth that was becoming decayed. The only option was to remove this wisdom tooth. My relationship with dentists over the years has been good - only ever having one filling. So needless to say, the prospect of having this type of procedure (along with the numerous horror stories we're all told) filled me with dread and worry! My first question was whether it was possible to be put under general anaesthesia for the procedure to which I was told that this was only offered in extreme cases. There was an alternative - intravenous sedation.

I was referred to the clinic by my dentist and within a week I was called to confirm I had an appointment for the consultation and procedure. After a couple of days an information pack was sent through, including an outline of what was involved with the procedure.

On the evening of the appointment I was feeling very anxious about the looming operation. On entering the surgery, I was greeted and calmed and my medical history discussed as well as other checks. I was readied for the sedative to be administered. A tourniquet was applied and (I think) a drip was fitted. After a few minutes I felt myself drift off to another place.

Upon "coming around" I was asked if I felt OK and how long I thought I had been out for - 10 minutes. An hour and 10 minutes actually! I felt fine - a little drowsy and tired but fine and the most important thing was that I had NO RECOLLECTION of the procedure at all."
AB (Wiltshire)

"As a long-term 'anxious patient', I was very relieved when my understanding dentist suggested referring me to the Clinic, in order to have a rotten wisdom tooth removed. I was still extremely nervous when I had the first consultation but less so when the day came for the actual procedure. I hadn't believed that I would have no memory of the extraction but it's absolutely true.
The whole time I was at the Clinic, I felt I was in very safe hands and that nothing bad would happen to me. All concerned were very friendly and reassuring as well as being highly professional.
Having suffered for many years from an increasingly disabling fear of dental extractions, I can now face the prospect of future such occasions with a much better attitude."
LH (Bath)

"This is a 'must read' to anyone who is of a nervous disposition when it comes to needing 'more than the norm' dental treatment. Being 48 and having never had any sort of oral anaesthetic injection for any type of dental work (yes even my root canal fillings were done without) I was absolutely distraught when my own dentist informed me that I needed to have a split/infected large lower tooth removed and as I had never had an injection beforehand, I would need to go into hospital for this procedure. After waiting 14 weeks just for a consultation and then being told it would be another 4-6 months before the operation, I decided the pain/infection could not wait this long and started to pursue alternative options. It was then that I discovered that there was a procedure called intravenous sedation and that a local specialist dental surgeon called Tim Milton offered this service at his local clinics. I have to say that I was truly amazed; from enquiry to procedure was just a few days and the level of reassurance, understanding, kindness, professionalism and actual treatment was absolutely excellent. Even the cost was surprisingly reasonable. Hence, I have to leave this message for all to read and cannot thank Tim and his nursing staff enough and would not hesitate in recommending 'The Bath Oral Surgery Clinic' or indeed returning if the need arises. Excellent!"
MT (Wiltshire)

"Sedation: Oh yes! Every time for a surgical procedure. I was apprehensive, very nervous with a fear of the unknown procedure. But there is no need. Tim and his nurses are very caring and put you at ease, explaining the procedure. Once the small 'cannula' is placed in the back of your hand, you cannot remember anything until you come round from the effect, feeling calm-relaxed. I'm amazed the way you do feel, it is wonderful and with no after-effects."
MD (Somerset)

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff so very much for the help and understanding you gave me during a particularly painful and stressful time recently after having developed an abscess.

Your professionalism, dedication and caring attitude made the whole experience of having an abscessed tooth taken out more bearable. As an extremely terrified patient when it comes to dentists, you made my visit one that I would happily go through again if I needed to. The genuinely caring attitude shown to me made my visit more calming and even relaxing. The information you gave me was totally honest in every way. I found the website very informative and the testimonials from previous patients very helpful. I can honestly say that I have never had such a painful tooth taken out so smoothly and painlessly. I cannot remember anything about the operation and the recovery went so well that I can hardly believe what I went through.

I would not hesitate to refer nervous patients to Bath Oral Surgery Clinic as I have received a genuine service that is above and beyond what I normally have expected. Thank you for restoring my faith in dentists and showing me how easy it is to relax in a highly stressful situation if you learn to put your trust in a true professional."
AD (Wiltshire)