Dental Fear Forum

Dental fear ranges from the just a little uncomfortable, really rather not do it, to the sweating bullets, heart pounding, paralyzing dental phobia that prevents many from getting much needed care.

Don't let dental fear impact your health...

I once heard of a study that showed people who keep all their teeth live an average of ten years longer than those who don't....ten years! That's a long time.

The link between chronic inflammation and many diseases is becoming more and more important and is getting a lot of attention in the medical community. Healthy, inflammation-free gums are more important than ever before.

Take control of your health

But, everyone can improve the health of their gums and reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.

Your turn

Have you beat this? How did you do it? Share what helped make your dental appointments more tolerable.

Dentistry has changed a lot in the last few years. The dental office is not the scary place you remember. But don't take my word for it, read what real people who were once afraid of dentists have to say.

What's keeping you away?

Take a minute to share what you hate about going to the dentist. Is it a minor irritation or something that keeps you from getting dental care? Have you gotten over it or is it still holding you back?

As a dental hygienist, I have seen people go from white knuckled phobics to relaxed and happy clients who never miss their check ups.

Whether you need help, or have already overcome your fear, your story will inspire someone....

What Others Have Said

Dental anesthesia, or lack of it....
My horror story starts with dental visits when I was about 10 years of age (a good 30 + years ago)

My teeth would be drilled with no pain relief or ...

Dental Fear? What Kind of Stupid Question is THAT?
Yes, it happened. The cavity developed right below the gum line, tightly between 2 teeth, and either one tooth would infect the other and I'd lose 2 teeth,...

I Used To Hate Dentist Visits...
I was so terrified at thought of going to the dentist that, no matter what, I would avoid it. It made me physically sick, just the thought!

As child ...

Past History...
I don't know if this is weird or not, but I hate to go because I have a history of sexual abuse. I'm not sure what it is about the dentist, but having ...

I hate needles
My dentist told me I need 2 fillings. I know I should get them done but they don't hurt and I'm deathly afraid of needles.

is there another way to ...

Dental Fear...Terrified Beyond Words...
Please don't judge...I'm sure most of this is my own fault and I'm ashamed enough already.

I don't have much of a dental history as I was never taken ...

Avoiding the Dental Hygienist
I must admit that I've been avoiding the dental hygienist for awhile now. And I should know better...I had gum surgery many years ago due to a severe plaque ...

The Trust Factor
I've had two root canals. The first time I swear the dentist never told me I had to come back for a crown. She swears she did! By the time I found out,...

Front teeth damaged from cleaning? Not rated yet
14 years ago I was treated for bleeding gums by having my teeth cleaned every 3 months.

A few months ago I noticed my front teeth gums had receded ...

My tooth problems and depression Not rated yet
I have so many things wrong with my teeth for so long. Mostly because I have a dry mouth and almost everything that was glued in, like crowns, lost hold ...

Afraid of dentist, I have no pain tolerance what so ever.... Not rated yet
I currently have 3-5 teeth that need to be pulled but I refuse to go because I am terrified of the dentists.

Every time I go I get a needle shoved ...

Dental Fear

Is it a factor for you?

Don't let dental fear impact your health...

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Your turn

What's keeping you away?

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