Commonly “Feared” Dental Procedures

By: Jessica Wendt, RDH – The Gentle Dentist If you are scared to go to the dentist, you are not alone. It is estimated that about 30-40 million Americans have some type of dental anxiety or phobia. This can stem from negative past experiences, pain, embarrassment, or...

Ditch the Dental Anxiety

If the thought of your regular dentist visits gives you anxiety, you’re not alone. Surveys show that 9 to 15 percent of Americans, around 40 million people, face anxiety when it comes to their oral health. The severity may range from anxiety and stress to full blown...

Legacy Planning and Dental Fear

Ask the Gentle Dentist                                                                                                        January 2015 Legacy Planning and Dental Fear Legacy Planning: At a recent event in Dallas I attended there was discussion on Legacy planning...