Managing Dental Anxiety for a Stress-Free Visit

What is dental anxiety?

Dental anxiety is a common problem that affects many people around the world. According to a recent survey, 61% of respondents reported suffering from dental fear and anxiety. This anxiety often leads to dental avoidance, which can have serious consequences for oral health. When patients with dental anxiety do make it to the dentist’s office, they can present as irritable and uncooperative, making it challenging for dental professionals to provide quality care.

One of the main reasons for dental anxiety is the fear of experiencing pain during dental procedures. Negative past experiences, especially those involving pain or discomfort, can contribute to dental anxiety. These experiences may include invasive treatments, injections, or the sound and smell of dental instruments. Negative thoughts and beliefs about dental visits can also contribute to anxiety. Psychological reasons such as imagining the worst-case scenarios and anticipating pain or discomfort, further fueling anxiety.

Our strategy at Aurora Bayview North Family Dental: Zero Stress Visit

At our clinic we strive to understand the causes and manifestations of dental anxiety and strive  to provide appropriate care and support. By addressing these underlying factors and adopting effective strategies, our dental team helps patients overcome their anxiety and have a more positive dental experience. From encouraging pre-dental communication with the team member to welcoming and warm atmosphere both in the front area and in your dental chair, we strive to reduce and alleviate your stress. Advanced anesthetic delivery techniques as well as prescription medications and different sedation modalities are available to our patients that suffer from dental anxiety.