{"id":39,"date":"2020-02-17T12:53:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-17T12:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/?p=39"},"modified":"2020-03-17T12:56:17","modified_gmt":"2020-03-17T12:56:17","slug":"can-sedation-dentistry-help-manage-your-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/17\/can-sedation-dentistry-help-manage-your-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Sedation Dentistry Help Manage Your Anxiety?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_222851874__1584449665_90661-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"calm person with their hands in the air\" class=\"wp-image-40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_222851874__1584449665_90661-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_222851874__1584449665_90661-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_222851874__1584449665_90661.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental anxiety is a real condition that keeps countless people from scheduling the necessary treatments and services they need because of the emotional turmoil that comes with stepping into the office of their dentist in Midland. Whether your palms get sweaty, heart starts racing, or you just want to dip out of the office as soon as possible, these feelings can have a huge impact on your life outside of your dentist\u2019s office. Read on to learn how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\">sedation dentistry<\/a> can help you feel more relaxed as you get the services you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>\nHow Common Is Dental Anxiety?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental anxiety impacts people of all ages and from every\ntype of background. Several studies all over the world have been conducted to determine\njust how common this condition is, but researchers in America estimate that\nabout 36 percent of the population experiences anxiety or fear of the dentist. Some\nsigns and symptoms of dental anxiety include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sweating<\/li><li>Racing heartbeat or palpitations<\/li><li>Low blood pressure<\/li><li>Fainting<\/li><li>Visible distress, crying, or feeling of panic<\/li><li>Use of humor or aggression to hide feelings of\nanxiety<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can Anxiety Impact Your Oral Health? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not uncommon for people who are experiencing dental\nanxiety to miss or cancel their dental appointments because they view it as a\npotentially traumatic event. Even something as simple as a checkup and cleaning\nmay not get done due to fear, anxiety, or worry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, avoiding the dentist in Midland will likely\nresult in small problems, such as cavities, developing into dental diseases or\npotentially permanent damage, like tooth loss. These issues often require\nemergency care or costly invasive treatments, which is why it\u2019s recommended to\navoid them by visiting the dentist for a professional checkup and cleaning\nevery six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During these semi-annual appointments, your dentist will\nconduct a thorough examination of your mouth, take X-rays, and conduct a quick\noral cancer screening to ensure that there are no serious issues lingering\nbeneath the surface. If you are experiencing any pain or discomfort, they\u2019ll be\nable to diagnose the issue and quickly treat it. When oral issues such as gum\ndisease are left undiagnosed, they can travel to other areas of the body, such\nas your respiratory system, and cause other serious medical conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Sedation Dentistry Help Overcome Your Anxiety? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be hard to overcome mild or extreme anxiety caused by\nthe thought of visiting the dentist, which is why another option you could\nchoose is sedation dentistry. Depending on the severity of your anxiety, your\ndentist may recommend nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation. These will\nallow you to feel relaxed, worry-free, and comfortable throughout your\nprocedure, so you won\u2019t have to worry about having a traumatic experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step towards making your dental appointment less\nanxiety-inducing is to speak with your dentist about how sedation dentistry can\nhelp you feel more comfortable receiving the care you need. With these\ntechniques, you\u2019ll be able to improve your oral health and preserve your smile,\nso you can continue enjoying it for years to come. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Laura Philipps has over two decades of experience\nhelping her patients with dental anxiety get their oral health back on track.\nShe wants to empower each patient that walks through her doors, which is why\nshe regularly completes advanced dental training in a variety of specialties.\nShe always puts her patients\u2019 comfort first, which is why she offers multiple\nforms of sedation dentistry. For questions about sedation dentistry techniques,\nvisit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>\nor call 432-570-4433.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental anxiety is a real condition that keeps countless people from scheduling the necessary treatments and services they need because of the emotional turmoil that comes with stepping into the office of their dentist in Midland. 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