We get it. Lots of patients are afraid to come see us because they think they’ll experience a lot of pain or they don’t like to have people working in their mouth. Unfortunately, this can be a significant obstacle that stands in the way of patients getting even routine dental care that is relatively painless. These…
Do you have anxiety and nervousness when it comes to dental settings? Perhaps you have a phobia related to the sounds or sensations you experience during treatment. Anxiety and anxiety disorders are a common mental health problem in the United States and phobia-based anxiety (including dental phobia) makes up a significant portion of the population…
Millions of people benefit from sedation dentistry which is the practice by which dentists use medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. Having dental work performed is necessary for oral health, but it can be difficult to overcome the nervous energy that creeps in knowing that a dental appointment is drawing near. Patients who…