You know how some children fear the dark? Or have nightmares about a monster? Well, my nightmares are about dentists. In fact, I’m dressing up as a dentist for halloween. However, I’ve got to face my nightmare. I’ve got a toothache that I am sure origninated in the gates of hell. So…help me. How do I not run screaming out of the office?
Amanda G. – California
Amanda,
You are not the only person who would run from a dentist. There isn’t a magic button you can push to take away your fear, but believe it or not, there is a magic pill. I would look for a dentist that is compassionate with fearful patients.
Almost all of them will use some form of sedation dentistry. With your level of Halloween costume worthy anxiety, I suggest you use at least oral conscious sedation. There is a lighter form of sedation and a heavier, but I think oral sedation is the way to go for you.
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