How to overcome dental anxiety? Fight the fear!
There are specific ways to overcome dental anxiety:
- Talk to the dentist about the fears or any bad experiences in the past.
- Book an early appointment; the lesser the patients in the dental clinic, the lower the buzzing of instruments hence the lower anxiety!
- Ask your dentist about the procedure; the right dentist will guide you through the procedures to lower your anxiety and incorporate sedatives/anxiety-relieving medicines/analgesics/anesthesia in the treatment.
- Once you are better informed, the fear of “what will happen” will diminish.
- A gentle dentist will create a relaxed environment to work with ambient fragrances and music while treating you to relax your mind and will advise you to use hand signals if you feel discomfort. This friendly attitude bonds you with the dentist for anxiety-free procedures.
How common is dental anxiety?
Almost 15-20% of the population suffers from dental anxiety; hence it is prevalent. It is better to manage stress instead of avoiding and not getting dental care.
Does anxiety lead to mouth problems?
Anxiety, specifically Dental Anxiety, prevents you from visiting a dentist, hence neglecting check-ups and treatments that may lead to many oral problems as you cannot see the depth of damage in your mouth as your dentist would!
Avoiding visits to a dental clinic can cause dental problems like;
- Toothache
- Tooth decay
- Gum disease
- Poor oral hygiene
The professional and friendly approach of Dr. Shoaib Durrani at Durrani’s Dental Clinic shall diminish all your apprehensions and you can expect the best advice and treatment.
