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Many people who suffer from dental phobia can see no way or time when they will be able to overcome their fear. A phobia is a severe form of fear characterised by an urgent desire to avoid the thing that causes the anxiety. Phobias can be very debilitating and frightening and be the cause of long-term anxiety and panic disorders.
When it comes to the dentist, phobias are doubly damaging because they result in the person not getting the necessary dental treatment and their dental health suffering as a result. This could mean suffering from dental decay or gum disease, both of which can have serious and long-term consequences for both the teeth and wider health. Gum disease in particular has very strong links to heart disease and even fatal heart attacks.
However, despite it not seeming like there is a solution, it is very possible to overcome dental phobias with the help of an understanding City of London dentist. Modern dentists are trained to deal with anxious and worried patients and have many ways of helping anxious patients to relax. This could even be as simple as talking through the treatment before hand. This is successful because many phobias are caused by a fear of the unknown and the unexpected. By simply knowing exactly what is going to happen many patients are more able to relax.
As well as this, there are many relaxation and breathing techniques that can be easily taught to help prepare patients for their treatments. No matter how great the fear, dentists can help you to overcome them and get the treatment that you and your teeth deserve. Make an appointment to talk through your fears and worries with your dentist and make the first step top conquering your phobia.