It is estimated that between 9% and 20% of Americans avoid needed dental care because of anxiety or fear. Some patients even experience dental phobia, a more serious condition than dental anxiety. Fortunately there are ways for to get needed dental care without anxiety. Sedation dentistry lets … [Read more...]
When Was Your Last Dental Visit?
May 8, 2013 By Leave a Comment
When was the last time you visited the dentist - you can even count visits to dental specialists if you like... OK - times up! If you are reading this blog post you are probably one of the 44% of adults who last visited a dental health professional within the past six months. Another 17% received … [Read more...]
Don’t Avoid Treatment Due to Dental Anxiety
February 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
More than 30 million Americans report some degree of dental phobia - ranging from mild to severe. Because of this anxiety patients may avoid dental treatment for years -- until a painful situation drives them to treatment. This situation can be avoided. Sedation dentistry allows patients to get … [Read more...]
What’s Your Reason for Skipping Dental Appointments?
February 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment
People have lots of reasons for skipping regular dental appointments? What's your reason? Some people think oral health isn't very important (check the science - oral health is crucial). Others experience anxiety or fear about dental visits. Lots of people feel that they can't go to the dentist … [Read more...]
Your Perfect Smile – Without Fear
December 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Is fear keeping you from your perfect smile? There are a lot of people who avoid needed dental care because of their anxiety. Because preventive care is avoided, we usually only see these patients when they are experiencing a dental emergency. Sedation dentistry allows patients who feel anxious … [Read more...]
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