{"id":2258,"date":"2017-09-26T08:00:54","date_gmt":"2017-09-26T08:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cvfdental.com\/?p=2258"},"modified":"2019-06-26T15:07:18","modified_gmt":"2019-06-26T15:07:18","slug":"can-beat-dental-anxiety-blog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cvfdental.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/26\/can-beat-dental-anxiety-blog\/","title":{"rendered":"How You Can Beat Dental Anxiety [BLOG]"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re ready to overcome your fears about going to the dentist so you can get your oral health back on track, today\u2019s blog is for you! <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Mathew and all of us here at Creekview Family Dentistry put your comfort first. That\u2019s why we\u2019re sharing some information about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvfdental.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dental anxiety<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how you can beat it for good!<\/span><!--more-->\n<h2><b><i>Why Do You Have Dental Anxiety?<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental anxiety is a fear of going to the dentist, and you can experience many different levels of it. In fact, an estimated 30-40 million Americans have some form of dental anxiety. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, we know that people aren\u2019t thrilled about their dental appointments, but dental anxiety goes beyond that. It\u2019s when you\u2019re nervous enough about going that it inhibits your ability to follow through with appointments altogether. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s not good for your smile or your health! Regular professional checkups are a huge part of getting and keeping healthy teeth and gums. So let\u2019s take a look at some possible reasons you might be anxious about going to the dentist. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You Haven\u2019t Been To The Dentist In A Long Time<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it\u2019s been several years since you\u2019ve been to the dentist, it\u2019s only going to add to the fear you feel about going. When you\u2019re not sure what to expect, you can create a destructive scenario of potentially awful experiences in your mind that keep you away. You might also be embarrassed about the state of your oral health because of your lack of dental care. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve Been Scared Of The Dentist Since Childhood<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s pretty common for people to avoid the dentist because they\u2019re still affected by memories of bad dental visits from the past. If you were afraid of the dentist as a child, then you\u2019re more likely to avoid it as an adult. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve Heard Too Many Horror Stories About Dental Visits<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a reason stories are told and retold through the ages. That\u2019s because stories are powerful. So if you\u2019ve listened to horror story after horror story from friends, family, and colleagues, chances are you\u2019ll do all you can to avoid the same things happening to you.<\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re Uncomfortable Not Being In Charge<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For people who are used to being charge on a daily basis, it can be really hard to relinquish that sense of control. That\u2019s why some people feel anxious about going to dental appointments. You know that someone else will be calling the shots, and that can be pretty uncomfortable if you\u2019re usually the one in control. <\/span>\n<h2><b><i>How You Can Beat Dental Anxiety For Good!<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many reasons behind dental anxiety, our team wants to be ready for the diverse needs of fearful patients. At Creekview Family Dentistry, we\u2019re committed to making patients feel as comfortable as possible by offering a variety of strategies for overcoming dental anxiety. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfort Options<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any doctor\u2019s office can be intimidating, especially to patients who are already afraid to be there. We try to create a relaxing, cozy environment in our Lewisville dental office that feels much more like home than a sterile, medical environment. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also offer TV and headphones so you can enjoy a nice distraction while you\u2019re receiving treatment to drown out the things about surroundings that might otherwise make you feel uneasy. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For mild anxiety, we find nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, to be an effective way to help patients relax. It\u2019s safe for all ages and helps you get the dental care you need without having to endure the tension and nervousness you\u2019re used to experiencing. <\/span>\n\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral Sedation<\/span><\/i>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a stronger form of sedation you would take just before your appointment that allows you to fall into a deeper level of relaxation. You\u2019ll be awake during your procedure, but you won\u2019t care that you\u2019re undergoing treatment. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With oral sedation, you\u2019ll be groggy enough before and after your appointment that we will want you to arrange transportation to and from our dental office. <\/span>\n<h2><b><i>Let Us Help You Beat Dental Anxiety NOW!<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever your level of fear about dental care or how long it\u2019s kept you away from the dentist, Creekview Family Dentistry will see you through it every step of the way. We want you to have a healthy, beautiful smile and will do all we can to make you feel welcome and relaxed in our Lewisville dental office. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about the ways we can help ease your fears of dental care, visit us here in Lewisville, TX. Call Creekview Family Dentistry at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"tel:9725053423\">972-505-3423<\/a> or fill out our convenient <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvfdental.com\/contact.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you\u2019re ready to overcome your fears about going to the dentist so you can get your oral health back on track, today\u2019s blog is for you! Dr. Mathew and all of us here at Creekview Family Dentistry put your comfort first. 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