For most adults who have dental fear or anxiety associated with dental visits, it’s not unusual for its originating source to be from a traumatic dental visit in their past. As an individual who had typically good experiences with dental care growing up, I cannot imagine the memories embedded in… Read More…
Dental fear is a common reason many people hesitate or avoid looking into replacing teeth. Unfortunately, it is this same fear that is often the reason people lose teeth in the first place. When adults are too afraid to have regular dental care, the eventual results can be gum disease… Read More…
Smiling makes you feel good! Even when you don’t feel like smiling, research has shown that smiling anyway has a positive effect on your state of mind. One of the reasons I love being a dentist is helping people to feel good about their smiles. But the best moments are… Read More…
Is the age of an individual a factor in dental fear levels? According to findings in a study published by the National Institutes of Health, age has very little to do with having, or not having, dental fear. The results were somewhat surprising since it is often assumed that the… Read More…
At times, we all wonder, “Do I have bad breath?” This may be in close conversations with friends or co-workers after a morning of coffee. Or, you may suspect a lingering scent after a tuna sandwich lunch. Occasional breath odors, though unwanted, are not unusual. However, this doesn’t make them… Read More…
Sadly, a large percentage of American adults have a level of dental fear that prevents them from having a healthy smile as well as a smile they love. People who feel good about their smile tend to smile more often. This boosts one’s mood, projects a more positive, upbeat person… Read More…
For people who have a fear of dogs, many can’t explain why it hangs on, even after being exposed to many docile, friendly dogs. They may know how it originated but are unaware of why it remains so strong after many years. When these people find themselves in unexpected situations… Read More…
People often first come to know us by hearing of our advanced technology and offering advanced treatments such as dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. However, the foundation of our practice is general dentistry, or what some refer to as ‘family dentistry.’ The way most think about general dentistry… Read More…
Fortunately, many of today’s dentists are sensitive to patient concerns when it comes to dental fear and anxiety. More understand the need to be communicative before and during procedures, take ample time during numbing procedures and offer options to enhance comfort. However, for those who are ages 50 and over… Read More…
It is interesting that the percentage of American adults who have some level of dental fear (estimated at 75%) nearly parallels the percentage of adults ages 65+ who have some level of gum disease (70%). This may be because it is the 65+ age group who endured dentistry in a… Read More…
