Why are we afraid of the dentist? health
Dental anxiety is a thing, and it's one of the most common reasons people give for putting off dentist appointments. But while you're avoiding the dentist, poor oral health could be damaging your overall health. Gum disease and decay cause bad breath, pain, difficulty eating and drinking -- and may even damage your heart.
The thing is: Your teeth won't get better on their own. Dentists -- like all medical professionals -- have seen it all. You're not going to gross them out or have them think less of you because of poor dental health. They understand, and that's why many techniques that lessen the pain and anxiety associated with dentistry are in wide use.
Choose the right dentist for you Dental practices advertise"gentle" techniques, such as pain-free dentistry, relaxation and various kinds of sedation, including nitrous oxide and mild intravenous sedation that will make you unconcerned about what's happening and feel time is passing quickly. These are particularly helpful with longer, more complicated procedures such as oral surgery, wisdom tooth extraction and root canals.
Distract yourself Some dental practices will give you a set of headphones so you can listen to music or other soothing sounds. I've seen dentist chairs with TVs mounted over them so patients can watch a movie during a procedure. You can also practice some mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and deep breathing.
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