What are Dental Anxiety Solutions?

What are Dental Anxiety Solutions?

Dental anxiety solutions encompass a range of techniques and approaches aimed at helping individuals manage and overcome their fear and anxiety associated with dental procedures. These solutions are tailored to address the unique needs of each patient and can include various strategies such as sedation dentistry, relaxation techniques, and behavioral therapy.

Why would Dental Anxiety Solutions be needed?

Dental anxiety solutions are crucial for individuals who experience significant fear or anxiety when faced with dental treatment. For many people, the fear of dental procedures can prevent them from seeking necessary dental care, leading to oral health issues and discomfort. Dental anxiety solutions provide a supportive environment where patients can feel comfortable and confident in receiving the care they need without experiencing undue stress or fear.

Who would be a candidate for Dental Anxiety Solutions?

Candidates for dental anxiety solutions include individuals of all ages who experience fear or anxiety related to dental visits. This may include individuals with a history of traumatic dental experiences, those with sensitive gag reflexes, or individuals with specific phobias related to dental procedures. Additionally, patients undergoing complex or lengthy treatments may benefit from dental anxiety solutions to ensure their comfort throughout the process.

What Lakeview Dental can do to help you with Dental Anxiety Solutions

  1. Noise Cancelling Headphones: Try Bose Noise Cancelling Ultra Headphones to totally tune out the sounds of the office and escape into your music and relax.
  2. Neck and Knee pillows: Part of relaxation is helping your body eliminate tension. We have neck and knee pillows that can help your body stay lose and comfortable during procedures.
  3. Weighted Blankets: Stay warm and feel safe! Weighted blankets cue your body to relax.
  4. Aromatherapy: Fill your room with scents of lemongrass, eucalyptus, or a relaxing scent from home in our portable diffuser.
  5. Take Breaks: Our doctors won't rush you. You are always in control. Take breaks as often as you need them: get up, walk around, let off some steam.
  6. Additional Help: If you find that a relaxant would also benefit you, talk to the doctor about a one-time-use supplement to calm your nerves even more!

If you want to learn more about Dental Anxiety Solutions, contact us today!

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At Lakeview Dental, our goal is to help you keep your teeth for a lifetime! Contact us today at (303) 268-3106 or visit us at 4809 Argonne Street, Suite 220, Denver, CO 80249.