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Many people have a fear of the dentist. Being afraid of some things is a natural human emotion. Regrettably, the issue is made worse when fear keeps you from receiving the necessary expert dental care that you may need for optimal dental health. Following is some information about the symptoms of dental anxiety and strategies to overcome dental fear.
Dental anxiety may present in different ways, but generally, the following are common symptoms of dental anxiety.
To get better control over your dental anxiety, it helps to understand some of the underlying causes. They are:
The good news is that at Dhir Dentistry in San Diego, California, we offer several methods and techniques to help overcome dental anxiety resulting in a pleasant dental experience at our office. Here are some tips to help overcome dental fear.
Combat fear of the unknown by asking questions. Learn what the problems are and what treatments are recommended. The more you know about the treatment, the more fear of the unknown dissipates.
Override a prior bad experience with many good ones. When you visit Dr. Sanjay Dhir at Dhir Dentistry, you’ll find that your anxiety is addressed in a respectful and understanding way. The more you see Dr. Dhir, the more those old bad memories will fade into the distance.
Understand the tools that will be used. If the sound of a particular instrument makes you nervous, ask to see it and what is being done with it. You could also inquire about sedation dentistry to help calm your nerves.
Combat heightened pain sensitivity by letting Dr. Dhir and his team know. Ask about local numbing agents. After application, let your dentist know if you start to feel pain so the pain can be managed with gentle anesthesia or numbing agents.
The more you visit your dentist, the more comfortable you may feel. Dr. Dhir understands dental anxiety, so talk to him and his team so everyone can work together to help make you feel relaxed and calm.
Please contact Dhir Dentistry in San Diego to learn more about how we can help with dental anxiety and schedule your next appointment at (858) 358-5801.