Do you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist? You might be worrying unnecessarily. Dental fear and anxiety can be overcome. With dentistry’s many advances, consultations and many dental treatments become quicker and more comfortable all the time.
Besides the increasingly common use of laughing gas sedation and painless dental injections, here are some positive techniques that work wonders for clients with dental fear. Try them at your next dental appointment.
You should schedule the appointment at a time when you feel most relaxed.
Try to choose a time for your dental visit when you’re less likely to be rushed or under pressure. Block out an hour before and after your dental appointment so that you have plenty of time.
It is also a good idea to check with the dental receptionist as to the practice’s busiest periods so you can avoid waiting, and the dentist and staff have more time to help you.
It’s often best to be open about your fears. If you’re tense or anxious, tell our dentist and the dental staff. Getting your concerns out in the open will let us adapt the treatment to your needs.
If the sound of the drill bothers you, bring a portable audio player and headset so you can listen to your favorite music. During the dental visit you might try visualizing yourself relaxing on a warm beach.
The first appointment should really be used to build rapport with your dentist, and allow him or her to alleviate some of your fears.
Request to sit in while the dentist treats another friend or family member so that you can become accustomed to the environment.
Some people find that taking a friend or close family member along, (either to meet the dentist for the first time, or during treatment to hold their hand (or both), is very helpful to get over the dental fear and anxiety. You may also want to bring someone along to keep you company in the waiting room.
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Smilepoint Dental Centre
Chip Bee Gardens (Opposite Holland Village)
43, Jalan Merah Saga #01-64
Singapore 278115