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How to Talk to Your Dentist About Your Fears

You’ve finally done it. You made an appointment for the dentist for the time in years or the first time ever. Just because you’ve set the date doesn’t mean your fears about the dentist have magically gone away. They’re still there, eating away at you and keeping you up at night. The closer you get […]

7 Uncommon Dental Fears

Being afraid of going to the dentist is more common than you might realize. But what if you’re afraid of something that doesn’t get talked about much? You could easily believe you’re the only one who feels this way, which makes it more difficult to go to the dentist or talk about your fears. Fears […]

Dental Anxiety Scale and Guide to Overcoming Dental Fears

Dental anxiety is a prevalent concern that can significantly impact an individual’s oral health and overall well-being. This comprehensive guide delves into the nuances of dental anxiety, offering insights into its causes, effects, and strategies for overcoming it, ensuring that fear doesn’t stand in the way of necessary dental care. Understanding Dental Anxiety For many, […]

What To Do When Your Child Is Afraid of the Dentist

In a perfect world, your child will sail through each and every dentist appointment without a cavity or a single fear. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case for every family. Whether from shyness or specific dental anxieties, your child might be afraid to go to the dentist. You might not know about your child’s fears […]

8 Common Fears at the Dentist

Many people are often a little nervous about going to the dentist. Will they have a cavity or need a crown? Will it take a long time? What if it hurts? These worries don’t necessarily stop people from making and keeping a dental appointment. You might say these concerns are the typical things most people […]

Ditch These 6 Myths About Sedation Dentistry

When you’re scared of something, like going to the dentist, one of two things can happen. On one hand, you may avoid it completely, not even going for the most basic procedure because you don’t think you can handle it. On the other, you beg for the doctor to knock you out because you think […]