Posts Tagged ‘dental phobia’
Newcastle dentist introduces new buddy system to help anxious patients overcome their fears
A caring dentist from Newcastle has introduced a new buddy system to try and help anxious patients overcome their fears. Rob Wain, from Dovetail Bespoke Dental Solutions, is the first dentist in the UK to come up with the idea, which aims to prevent patients from feeling anxious as a result of being afraid to […]
Could virtual reality hold the key to battling dental anxiety?
The majority of people suffer from feelings of anxiety when faced with a trip to the dentist. In some cases, anxiety is so extreme that people put off going to see a dentist for years. Dental experts are aware that dental fear is a real threat to oral health standards, but have they discovered a […]
Coatbridge dental duo helps to ease anxiety with new painless injections
A dental duo from Coatbridge is helping to ease anxiety thanks to the introduction of new painless injections. Keith and Gillian Preston, from Coatbridge Family Dental Care, are offering patients the chance to enjoy painless injections thanks to the arrival of the innovative Calaject system. Many patients feel anxious about going to the dentist because […]
67% of Brits feel anxious about a trip to the dentist, National Smile Month survey reveals
Sixty-seven percent of Brits feel anxious about going to the dentist, a new survey commissioned for National Smile Month reveals. A poll conducted by the Oral Health Foundation for the annual campaign, which runs from the 15th May to the 15th June, also suggested that 33 percent of people are worried about discomfort, while 26 […]
Fear of the dentist can increase your risk of tooth decay, study reveals
A new study has suggested that a fear of going to the dentist can increase your risk of developing tooth decay. Researchers at King’s College London claim that women are four times more likely to suffer from odontophobia (a phobia of the dentist) than men, putting them at greater risk of dental decay. The study […]
Rugeley dentist finds novel way to entertain nervous patients with ceiling-mounted Where’s Wally? Scene
A dentist from Rugeley has come up with a novel solution to help distract and relax nervous patients. Michael Mannion, from mydentist, has fitted a giant Where’s Wally scene on the ceiling of his treatment room to keep patients entertained while they’re in the dental chair. The image, which is called ‘Fairground’, was recently revealed […]
US dentists trial new treatment that could make a fear of the drill a thing of the past
Dentists in the US are trialling a new form of filling method, which could make a fear of the drill a thing of the past. Many patients are overcome by waves of anxiety when they hear the dreaded dental drill from the waiting room, but anxiety could soon be put to bed thanks to a […]
New Study Suggests Genetics Could Play a Role in Dental Anxiety
A new study has suggested that a fear of the dentist could be down to genetics. Researchers from West Virginia University discovered that dental anxiety could be linked to genes you inherit from your parents. There also appears to be a link between genes related to a fear of pain and anxiety about going to […]
Patient with Dental Phobia Shows Off £27,000 Miracle Makeover
A patient who suffered with dental phobia has shown off the results of a staggering £27,000 dental makeover. Rob Welton, a 32 year old snake handler from Bury, suffered from such profound anxiety that he avoided going to the dentist for years. Just two years ago, he had several missing teeth and the remaining ones […]
Belfast Dentist Goes the Extra Mile to Treat Nervous Patients to a Relaxing Experience
It’s well known that most people dread going to the dentist, but Belfast dentist, Chris Gocher has gone out of his way to change the perception of the traditional dental surgery and ensure that patients feel relaxed and comfortable during their time with him. Mr Gocher, who is based at Galgorm Dental, which is set […]
