We all know we’re supposed to see our dentist twice a year, but for some of us, fear overrules even the need for important dental work.  Avoidance the dentist makes most dental issues even worse. Then there are those who show up on the day of their appointment but are so worked up with fear and anxiety that they tense up and make even a simple procedure difficult for themselves and their dentist.
Do you want a relaxation dentist? What if we told you that at Sedation and Implant Dentistry of Tehachapi, we offer the residents of Kern County the option of a relaxing and calm dental experience?
This might sound too good to be true, but it’s not. At Sedation and Implant Dentistry of Tehachapi, Dr. Jose David Sanchez is qualified to administer medication that provides relief from the common anxieties many people feel when faced with visits to the dentist.
Being scared of the dentist is a worldwide problem. Fear can take many forms, from nervousness to all-out panic. For mild sufferers, visiting the dentist is an unpleasant experience. But for a significant minority of acute phobics, anxiety can be intense enough to deter visiting the dentist altogether.
Does the mere thought of seeing the dentist make you nervous? If so, you are not alone. According to the American Association of Endodontists, more than 15 percent of Americans avoid visiting the dentist because of dental anxiety or fear. At Sedation and Implant Dentistry of Tehachapi, we regularly see patients who are nervous or scared of undergoing dental treatment. If you’re hesitant to visit the dentist, read our tips for easing dental anxiety and fear below.
