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Dental Hygienists: Expert Tips for Homecare

In between regular cleanings with a dental hygienist, many people wonder what they can do to clean, protect and strengthen their teeth. If you are one of the many people with questions, this blog is designed to help you keep your teeth sparkling in between professional cleanings. It shows you how to adapt professional dental hygiene methods for your home, it explores home whitening techniques, it discuses the best flossing strategies and more. If you want to protect your smile, stick around. You will love the tips, tricks and ideas about dental hygiene that you learn from this blog. Although professional cleanings are necessary, these is a lot you can do in between your appointments, and you can learn about that here. Thanks!

Feel the Fear: Overcoming Fear of the Dentist

Being afraid of visiting the dentist is an emotion that can affect anyone, regardless of their age or gender. This fear can be so intense that it can prevent people from visiting the dentist for a check-up, which means that potential problems are usually not caught until they develop into more serious conditions. It may also mean that people turn to self-medication, using drugs or alcohol to deal with their dental pain, rather than visit the dentist for treatment. Below is a brief guide to how you can begin to overcome your fear of the dentist. 

Make a list of exactly what you fear about visiting the dentist's office

The first step in overcoming your fears about visiting the dentist is to acknowledge them. This will allow you to begin to question and eventually control the fear. You should begin by making a list of everything you fear about visiting the dentist office. It could be the tools or even the fear you will be presented with a large bill after you have received treatment. Whatever it is, you should include as much detail about the fear as possible.

Make a list of how you can overcome your fears

Look at your list of fears and spend some time thinking about how you can overcome them. If you are worried about the tools dentists use, you could ask your dentist about them during your next visit. If you are worried about the potential cost of dental treatment, you could inquire about the cost of a procedure and any payment plan options which are available. When you think objectively about your fears, it is likely you will discover that they seem much bigger than they really are and that they can be easily overcome.

Build a strong relationship with your dentist

One of the easiest ways to overcome your fears is to build a strong relationship with your dentist. Start by booking a check-up appointment. During the appointment, rather than sitting in silent fear in the chair, speak to the dentist about your fears and take the time to ask them questions. Your dentist will be able to explain each step and reassure you throughout the check-up. Every time you visit the dentist, try to build on the success of your last visit. Before you know it, you will begin to see your dentist as a friend rather than a monster.