How to stop being scared of the dentist
Dentophobia is defined as an intense fear of visiting the dentist for dental care. According to research conducted by The University of Adelaide, this condition affects about 1 in 6 Australian adults and about 1 in 10 children. Therefore, a substantial portion of the population is likely to avoid getting check ups and much-needed dental treatment. If you’re one of these people (even if you only experience a mild amount of apprehension), you’ll be relieved to hear there’s good news.
At Camp Hill Dental, we pay a great deal of attention to managing patient anxiety. We’ve found that offering a large modern surgery equipped with amenities (specifically designed with patient comfort in mind) is a good place to start. We build on this foundation by investing in ongoing training in pain-free dentistry. To ensure that we deliver the highest standard of care, we offer a range of practical solutions to help relieve nervous tension and diffuse the likelihood of an anxiety attack.
Our ‘gentle dental’ methods
Identifying your fears is also a big part of managing anxiety. Please let us know how you are feeling, so we can find appropriate pathways in order to make you feel better. It is our mission to help you feel safe, comfortable and relaxed.
Together we can conquer your dental fears. Remember, our compassionate and considerate staff members are always here to help. We can help ease your anxieties via a range of methods:
- Nitrous oxide sedation – safe, odourless, non-irritating ‘laughing gas’ which induces a euphoric feeling in your body.
- Oral sedation/light sedatives – prescribed by our dentists or your doctor.
- Pleasant environmental distractions – Foxtel television entertainment streaming on LCD monitors for you to watch during your treatment, squeeze balls and noise-cancelling state-of-the-art Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones.
