Many patients get scared and anxious before a dental visit. They are usually afraid of three factors: the pain, an embarrassing situation and losing a tooth. There is also an anxiety due to the loss of control, as they cannot see what dentist is doing to them.  As dentists have to work just inches away from their patients, most patients feel their personal space is invaded, while others fear their dentists would ridicule the condition of their teeth.

These are all just myths and misconceptions people have about dentist visits. Professional dentists are qualified people who are trained to fix all your dental issues without judging you. They treat all their patients with respect and care.

The Fear of Pain

One of the strongest reasons why patients experience anxiety before going to a dentist is because they fear the pain of losing a tooth might be unbearable. According to a study, patients report the biggest reason for dental anxiety is an unexpected painful outcome during or after their dental checkup. The study also concluded patients should understand pain is as much a cognitive experience as a physiological experience.

All children and adults, irrespective of their profession and education, cite ‘pain’ as the biggest reason for avoiding their dental appointment. Remind yourself that not all dental processes are painful.

Trust a Professional Dentist

Dentists understand all fears and worries their patients might have. By combining expertise with gentleness, dentists make all treatment procedures, from deep cleaning to dental implants, stress free and painless. It is important to find a dentist you feel comfortable with. Do not feel embarrassed to show your nervousness during a routine dental checkup. A good dentist will make you feel comfortable and give you time to relax before proceeding to a dental procedure.

So, as you can see, there is no tangible reason why you should feel anxious about dental anxiety.