We get it: The dentist’s chair is no one’s favorite place. However, some of our patients are more than just a little annoyed at having to visit the dentist. Dental anxiety is a huge problem for many people that can stem from both perceived and lived experiences. Some of our patients have undergone painful or traumatic dental procedures, some have mental and emotional roadblocks that keep them away, and others have sensory issues ...
We’ve been in the business a long time, so we’ve seen just about everything come through our office, including patients who walk in dragging their heels. Dental fear is an incredibly real and often oppressive problem that studies say is felt by over a third of the population. But we’re here neither to shame nor condone. Dental fear is real, but it’s also really manageable. In this blog, our team of ...
