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If you have ever avoided the dentist out of fear, you\u2019re not\nalone. About 20 percent of Americans are so scared of the dentist that they will\nonly seek dental treatment when it\u2019s absolutely necessary. Whether you fear the\nloss of control in the dental chair, painful procedures, or simply don\u2019t like\npeople poking around in your mouth, dental anxiety can be debilitating. It can\nlead to poor oral health down the road, which is why it needs to be addressed\nand treated right away. Keep reading to learn 7 tips to beat dental anxiety<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Find the Right Dentist <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some people have dental anxiety because of bad experiences\nwith a dentist when they were younger. It\u2019s critical to recognize that every\ndentist is different, and there is sure to be one out there who can help you relax\nand get the treatment you need. Ask friends and family members to recommend\ndentists with a calm demeanor. Call each of them or visit their office. If the\natmosphere is friendly, that\u2019s a good sign the dentist won\u2019t be scary in the\nslightest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Communicate Your Anxiety <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The key to any good relationship is communication, and your\nrelationship with your dentist is no exception. If you\u2019re vocal about your\nfears from the beginning, your dentist can work with you and create a treatment\nplan that meets your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Bring a Friend to Your Appointments <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let a trusted friend or family member, preferably one without\ndental fear, tag along with you on your visits. Having a companion there can\nhelp offer extra reassurance that everything will be fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. See If Your Dentist Offers Sedation <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sedatives can keep you calm enough to receive the care you\nneed worry-free. Your dentist offers nitrous oxide, where you breathe \u201claughing\ngas\u201d through a mask, and oral conscious sedation, where you will take a pill\nbefore your appointment that will keep you awake but relaxed and happy. Talk\nwith your dentist about which option might work best for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Distract Yourself <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Distraction is one of the best treatments for anxiety. Watch\na funny or feel-good video before your appointment to put you in a positive\nheadspace. During the procedure, see if you can listen to calming music or use\na fidget toy to take your mind off what the dentist is doing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. See a Psychologist <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many psychologists specialize in addressing phobias such as\ndental fear. If your fear is so intense that none of the tips listed above\nworked for you, you might benefit from talking through your worries with a mental\nhealth professional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Reward Yourself <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you make it through a dental procedure without too much\nfear, do something nice or fun for yourself, like a trip to the amusement park\nor that new restaurant you\u2019ve been curious about. You will come to associate\nthe dentist\u2019s office with treating yourself, and your fears will subside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental anxiety is no fun, but it doesn\u2019t have to be the end\nof the world. Follow the steps listed here to make the dentist\u2019s office a not\nso scary place and get the care you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Gary Nawrocki earned his dental degree from the\nUniversity of Florida in 1980. He is a member of several organizations,\nincluding the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and\nthe Academy of General Dentistry. At his practice in Cocoa Beach, FL, he offers\nboth nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation to help you relax during your\nappointments. To learn more contact Dr. Nawrocki at (321)-783-7514. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you have ever avoided the dentist out of fear, you\u2019re not alone. About 20 percent of Americans are so scared of the dentist that they will only seek dental treatment when it\u2019s absolutely necessary. Whether you fear the loss of control in the dental chair, painful procedures, or simply don\u2019t like people poking around […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-175","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nDental Anxiety | Overcome Fear of Dentist | Dr. Gary Nawrocki<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Have you ever been too scared to go to the dentist despite needing treatment? 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