Are you scared or anxious about visiting the dentist? You are not alone. Dental phobia is quite common in both children and adults. In fact, there are many reasons why you may be fearful of the dentist. Unfortunately, you can’t just go without professional dental care and expect to retain a healthy smile. While modern dentistry has alleviated many of the preconceptions that suggest dental treatments are painful, many patients still struggle to overcome their deep-seated phobias surrounding dental visits. Fear of pain is just one of the many reasons why dental phobia exists.

Research and surveys have revealed the following as some of the most common reasons why patients skip their dental appointments due to fear: (more…)