09/23/2022
Conquering Dental Fear
We often know what we need to do, but it’s easier said than done. Shortages of time, money, or motivation frequently set up roadblocks on our journey to better health. Or anxiety may hold us back when nothing else really stands in the way. Fear is a critical protective mechanism, but it can also paralyze and keep us from taking care of ourselves. In fact, up to 75% of the population feels some level of fear when facing dental care.
We’re here to help you discover a better experience.
Dental fear often stems from legitimate causes, but it doesn’t need to define your future dental experiences. At Modern Family Dental, we understand that some patients step through the door with a little anxiety, others with a lot. Finding ways to ease the intensity of those feelings shapes the mission of our team.
Options For Your Comfort
During the initial discovery process, we discuss valuable options to help you through a treatment appointment. Some patients benefit from the careful use of mild sedation, including oral medications taken just before an appointment. Many patients know about “laughing gas,” or nitrous oxide, absorbed by normal breathing to create a relaxed feeling. Inhaled sedation is easily reversed when your visit ends and it has minimal effect on your day’s activities. A higher level of dental fear may be settled by the combination of medications tailored to your needs and health history. If you need sedation to complete treatment, be sure to make our team aware of your concerns so we can develop a strategy together.
