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For many people, the thought of visiting<\/a>\nthe dentist can be a little unnerving. So if you\u2019re part of this population, don\u2019t\nbeat yourself up. According to a recent study conducted by DentaVox<\/a>,\n61 percent of the participants suffered from some form of dental anxiety. But\nwait, the story doesn\u2019t end here. It turns out there are effective methods for\novercoming your apprehensions. Read on to learn about 9 ways to beat your\ndental anxiety!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1 \u2013 Discuss Your Feelings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re feeling hesitant about your dental visit, the last\nthing you should do is bottle it up. Let the dental staff know where you\u2019re at\nmentally. You\u2019re not the first patient to feel this way, and you certainly\nwon\u2019t be the last. By sharing your concerns, you can get the help you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 \u2013 Listen to Calming Music<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Amazingly, music has the ability to soothe frayed nerves,\nespecially during a dental visit. If the sound of dental instruments is\nbothersome, ask your dentist if it\u2019s okay if you wear headphones. Wireless\ndevices would be the most preferable option, as to better avoid any\nentanglements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 \u2013 Rely on Hand Signals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many times, a dentist will say something to the effect of,\n\u201cIf you feel any discomfort throughout the procedure, just let me know by\nraising your hand.\u201d This is a great way to reassure you that you don\u2019t have to\nsuffer if you\u2019re in pain. So don\u2019t be shy or afraid to speak up if it\u2019s\nnecessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 \u2013 Make Sure Your Dentist is the Right Fit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This may seem self-explanatory, but it factors greatly in\nyour level of comfortability. By taking the time to identify a dentist whom you\ncan trust and feel safe with, you can mitigate a great deal of dental anxiety. One\nway to go about this is to carefully read the patient reviews. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5 \u2013 Monitor Your Breathing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your breathing does more than just sustain your bodily\nfunctions. It also helps to regulate your emotions and mental disposition.\nConversely, there can be a tendency to hold the breath in moments of heightened\nnervousness. How do you combat this? By remaining cognizant of your breathing.\nMake sure you\u2019re taking normal breaths, which will help you remain calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6 \u2013 Request Numbing Medication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make no bones about it \u2013 dentists always want their patients\nto be relaxed and comfortable. So if you tend to be a little more sensitive,\ndon\u2019t hesitate to ask for a topical numbing medication to be applied. This will\nserve as added peace-of-mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7 \u2013 Get All the Procedural Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before the dentist starts any treatment process, he or she\nwill have a plan of action. Feel free to ask what it is. Knowing what to expect\ncan help remove some of the feelings of helplessness and angst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8 \u2013 Think it Through Before Selecting an Appointment Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because you know your personal and work responsibilities,\ntake those factors into account when choosing an appointment time. Aim for a slot\nwhere you\u2019ll have a little more freedom to visit your dentist without feeling\nrushed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9 \u2013 Have Something to Look Forward to<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing wrong with playing a psychological trick on\nyourself. You can do so by rewarding yourself with a gift or some other\ndesirable treat after your appointment is done. This is a great way to help\npush through any initial anxiety you may be experiencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key point to keep in mind when it comes to visiting the\ndentist is that your appointment should be a time of relaxation. There\u2019s a\nreason that dentists equip their offices with comfy, reclining chairs. Although\nthe primary aim is the improvement and maintenance of your dental health, it\u2019s\nstill a time for you to get pampered on. By taking this more positive\nperspective, you can look forward to your next appointment. After all, you\ndeserve a little T.L.C.!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Christopher Duong is a graduate of the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. As a compassionate dentist, he is constantly thinking of how to make his patients feel comfortable and calm throughout the visit. Dr. Duong provides positive experiences at Sunny Dental, and he can be reached for more information through his website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For many people, the thought of visiting the dentist can be a little unnerving. So if you\u2019re part of this population, don\u2019t beat yourself up. According to a recent study conducted by DentaVox, 61 percent of the participants suffered from some form of dental anxiety. But wait, the story doesn\u2019t end here. It turns out […]<\/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":[],"yoast_head":"\nDo You Have Dental Anxiety? Here are 9 Ways to Beat It!<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don\u2019t let your dental anxiety stop you from receiving the care you need. 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