Which do you fear most: public speaking or a dental appointment? It's a tough choice to swallow, isn't it? I’ve done both more times than I can count and I still get anxiety beforehand. The worst part ...

Going to the dentist is about as much fun as plucking out your eyelashes one by one. Still, if you want to have good oral health, it’s crucial that you get cleanings regularly—even if you fear the ...

Don’t skip appointments and risk your oral health. Try these strategies to manage dental anxiety instead. By Christina Caron For Hope Alcocer, the diagnosis was grim: 11 cavities. Inflamed gums. A ...

Q. I'm a rational person, but I have a deep fear of the dentist that I just can't overcome. Any suggestions? A. I don't know too many people who enjoy a trip to the dentist. But the health of our ...

Do you dread dentists' appointments? If so, you're not alone--5 to 8% of Americans avoid the dentist at all costs due to fear, and another 20% go in for a visit only when absolutely necessary. But ...

You were probably terrified of going to the dentist as a kid, but with consistent oral hygiene, regular dental visits and the new technology now available, your kids don’t have to be. Even so, some ...

Are you scared of the dentist? Source: Anna Shvets/Pexels When was the last time you saw your dentist? During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have struggled to maintain existing routines of dental ...

Is your stomach in knots in the hours leading up to your dentist appointment? Or do you avoid seeing the dentist at all costs? You're not alone: Dental phobia affects up to 24% of the population, ...

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