If you suffer from dental anxiety, fear, or phobia, you are not alone. These are common conditions when visiting the dentist, and can be successfully managed by a variety of strategies. If you experience anxiety or fear when visiting The Mount Pleasant Dentist, we encourage you to speak with a member of our team about it so that we can develop a strategy that will allow you to receive your treatments with ease. Please call us today at 903-572-4141 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Jesse Taylor and learn more about treating dental anxiety, fear, and phobia in Mount Pleasant, Texas.
Dental anxiety and fear are problems experienced by many patients. Our dentist and team are committed to helping you feel comfortable in our office, and we make every effort to relieve your fears and help you feel at ease so that you can receive the treatments you need.
Dental anxiety and fear manifest in a variety of ways, from mild feelings of worry and stress to specific and debilitating fears about upcoming procedures. Regardless of the level of your anxiety, our team is here to help you.
Here are a few things you can do to help reduce your anxiety:
- Speak with your doctor and team. Let us know that you are anxious or afraid. We can take special precautions to help you feel more comfortable and watch for any signs of discomfort.
- Use calming techniques, such as controlled breathing or finding distractions in the room.
- Listen to music. Music can distract you, giving you something else to focus on, and block out anxiety-producing noises during your treatment.
- Ask us about sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is designed to help you relax, and there are several different types of sedation available.
- Take breaks. If you feel overwhelmed during your treatment, signal us with your hand and we will stop for a few minutes to allow you to recover.
- Ask about alternative treatment options. Advances in dentistry have made it possible for us to provide the same treatment results using different methods.
We never want fear or anxiety to prevent you from receiving the care you need. Please contact our office today to learn more about how we can help you manage dental anxiety during your appointment.