How to get rid of the fear of going to the dentist?

According to statistics, 4 out of 5 people last up to 3 years without going to the dentist; the excuse is they fear these specialists.

It sounds strange but we know that attending to the dentist is usually somewhat tedious, but do not worry because here we will give you some tricks to get rid of the fear and nervous feelings when attending the dentist.

Going to the dentist is mandatory to have good oral health

When going to the dentist first thing we think is about the pain and discomfort we feel but here we will provide you tips to ward off those fears from us:

  • Choose a specialist who is very understanding, actually is recommended before going to our first date to visit and learn about the clinic, meet the receptionists and have the best relationship with the dentist in question.
  • Believe it or not, attending these appointments in the morning is the best as this way we have less time to think about it and thus we won’t be sit  in the waiting room listening to those annoying sounds that cause anxiety to many of us.
  • Always, the first time you visit this place try to make the appointment as light as possible. Do not make extreme treatments all of sudden, it is better to get a check-up and a teeth cleaning so in your second visit you will feel more calmed and confident.
  • Listen to music when going to the dentist is relaxing, time goes faster and is most likely you will not hear these noises that the devices make.
  • If we refer the fear of going to the dentist as a phobia, it is always good to use sedation, do not discard it, just consult your dentist.

Clinical Alfa is a dental clinic with extensive experience, we have highly qualified professionals who will not hesitate to give you the best possible care, full of kindness and an excellent service at the best prices.

With these tips we are sure that your fear of going to the dentist will gradually disappear. Contact us to get your appointment.