Fear of the dentist, often referred to as odontophobia, is quite common
Several strategies can be used to overcome this feeling of fear:
1. Communication with zobārstu
Tell the dentist about your fear and anxiety. We will suggest different techniques, such as pausing during the treatment or agreeing with you a signal to stop the work if you feel uncomfortable.
2. Gradual work
It is very valuable to get used to the dentist’s environment gradually.
At the beginning, you can visit the dentist just for a consultation, without any procedures, to familiarise yourself with the environment and the staff.
Later, you can visit a dental hygienist and further increase the complexity of the manipulations.
3.Planning the visit
Schedule dental appointments so that they take place at a calm time, e.g. in the morning, when anxiety has not yet built up.
Avoiding caffeine before your appointment can also help reduce anxiety.
This article was written by dr. Alla Jacenko
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