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What happens during my treatment?

Choose a treatment to see each step in plain language, how it feels, how long it takes and what to expect afterwards.

Al Khan Street, Al Majaz 3 · Open until 10 PM · Free consultation and X-ray

No surprises in the chair

Not knowing what is about to happen is one of the biggest causes of worry before dental treatment. This explainer walks you through the most common treatments at our clinic, one step at a time, in the same words our dentists use when they explain it to patients.

Choose a treatment below. Every mouth is different, so your own dentist will explain your plan before starting, but this gives you a clear picture to begin with.

Before any treatment

What we always do first

Listen

We ask about your symptoms, worries and medical history.

Examine

We check your teeth and gums and take X-rays only where needed.

Explain

You see what we found on screen and hear the options in plain language.

Agree

You get the plan and the cost in writing before anything starts.

FAQ

Treatment questions

Will it hurt?
Most treatment is done with local anaesthetic, so you feel pressure and vibration rather than pain. Tell your dentist straight away if you feel anything sharp.
How many visits will I need?
Fillings and extractions are usually one visit. Crowns and root canal treatment often take two. Veneers take two to three, and braces or aligners need regular visits over months.
Can I drive home afterwards?
After local anaesthetic, yes. You can eat once the numbness wears off.
What if I am nervous?
Try our anxiety calmer, and tell us when you book so we can plan a gentle visit.

Still have questions?

Ask us before you book. The consultation and X-ray are free.

About our clinic

Written by the dental team at Al Jazeera Dental Clinic, a family clinic on Al Khan Street, Al Majaz 3, Sharjah, seeing patients since 1998, and medically reviewed by Dr Ranjeet Kumar, Medical Director (BDS, Diploma in Endodontics), October 2026. This is general information, not a diagnosis. If something feels wrong, come in and let us look.