Archive for the ‘Dental Phobia’ Category
Aldo the therapy dog helps children to relax at Quito dental clinic
A therapy dog from Quito, Ecuador has gone viral online after helping children to stay calm during visits to the dentist. Aldo, a Golden Labrador, is based at Parque Dental in Quito. The clinic specialises in paediatric dentistry and has become world famous due to its cuddly, cute team member. Aldo sits and lies with […]
New study highlights the benefits of therapy dogs to reduce dental anxiety
A new study has highlighted the benefits of using therapy dogs to ease anxiety in nervous dental patients. New research, which has been published in the European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry, claims that animal-assisted therapy is an effective means of helping anxious dental patients to feel calmer and more relaxed. In the UK, it is […]
New survey suggests that over 75% of dentists feel anxious or stressed
A new survey has revealed that over 75% of dentists feel anxious or stressed on a weekly basis. According to the Dental Defence Union (DDU), 78% of members admitted to feeling stressed or anxious every week. In addition, 53% of participants said they wouldn’t feel comfortable raising issues related to health and wellbeing. Almost 90% […]
Dental practice launches search for Norwich’s most nervous patient
An East Anglia dental practice is on the hunt for Norwich’s most nervous dental patient. Dentist, Dr Gautam Sharma, from West Earlham Dental Practice, has launched a novel competition in a bid to cure one local patient of dental phobia. Dr Sharma is offering the winner the chance to undergo a course of treatment provided […]
Dental anxiety most common in the North West, survey reveals
A new survey has suggested that dental patients in the North West of England are most likely to suffer from dental anxiety. Research conducted by the Dental Law Partnership revealed that 94% of participants in the region have experienced signs and symptoms of anxiety when taking a trip to the dentist. This figure is significantly […]
Dental patients are postponing or cancelling appointments due to fear and anxiety, new survey suggests
A new survey has suggested that British adults are cancelling or postponing dental appointments due to fear and anxiety. Research conducted by Hudgell Solicitors revealed that over a quarter of patients have delayed or put off treatment altogether as a result of anxiety or dental phobia. The poll also found that 80% of adults are […]
Dental professionals slam Netflix documentary linking root canal treatment to cancer
Dental professionals have urged streaming platforms to remove a documentary, which links root canal treatment to an increased risk of cancer. Dentists, researchers and specialist endodontists have slammed the makers of ‘Root Cause’ and accused streaming services of spreading inaccurate, potentially harmful messages. The film, which was made by Australian Frazer Bailey, documents the film-maker’s […]
New dental pilot aimed to reduce stress for dementia patients receives positive feedback in Southend
A new pilot programme, which has been launched to make going to the dentist less stressful for patients with dementia, has received positive feedback in Southend. Public Health England started the new scheme to help patients with dementia get to the dentist safely and eliminate distress and discomfort during appointments. To make the process less […]
New Bupa study reveals time restraints, fear and cost are the main reasons patients avoid the dentist
A new study conducted by Bupa has revealed most people avoid going to the dentist on a regular basis as a result of a lack of time, fear and cost. The Bupa poll, which involved 2,000 adults, suggested that 14% of people didn’t go to the dentist regularly due to time constraints. In the last […]
Berwick dental practice launches new sedation services for nervous patients
A dental practice in Berwick has launched new conscious sedation services for anxious patients. Berwick Smile Dental Care is now able to offer sedation for patients who require intensive or complex treatment after adding a new sedation dentist to the practice team. Rheyah Vihahn has nine years of experience in providing sedation for patients who […]
