According
to Dr. Peter Milgrom, director of the
Dental Fears Research Clinic at the University of Washington in Seattle, around
eight percent of Americans have certain levels of dental phobia. This condition
is one of the major reasons why many people do not get proper dental attention.
The common reasons for dental fear include a previous bad experience with a
dentist and a negative impression toward dental procedures because of the
stories they heard.
Still, in-office dental treatments are extremely
necessary for good oral health. You should not compromise avoiding it due to
some phobia. The best way to overcome dental fear is to find a reliable
dentist. By simply knowing that your dentist is capable of performing the
procedure you need, you will feel secure and confident as you sit on the
dentist’s chair.
Depending on the required procedure, your dentist
will sedate you so that you will not feel any potential pain. This makes the
process all the more comfortable, so you don't have to look at it as dangerous.
For simple procedures like extraction and bleaching, inhalation and intravenous
sedation may do.
The positive atmosphere in a dental office also
influences a patient's mood and response. Dentists who employ friendly staff members
are less likely to encounter patients who suffer extreme anxiety during the
procedure. However, the family of a patient should do their part in the encouragement
by explaining the benefits of the procedure before going to the dentist.
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