Dental Phobia
5 Reasons You May Be Avoiding the Dentist And Why It’s Never Too Late to Come Back
Sometimes It Isn’t About Your Teeth If you’ve been putting off the dentist, you’re not alone. In fact, many of the patients I meet haven’t avoided dental care because they don’t value their health. They’ve stayed away because life happened. A demanding career. Raising a family. A difficult experience years ago. Embarrassment. Fear. Sometimes it’s…
Read More6 Reasons People Avoid the Dentist (and Shouldn’t)
For many, a trip to the dental office induces anxiety or fear, leading them to possibly avoid dental visits altogether. However, neglecting dental care can have serious consequences for oral and systemic health. Let’s explore six common reasons people avoid the dentist and why overcoming these fears is essential for maintaining a healthy smile. 1.…
Read MoreDental Anxiety? Here’s How We Help You Feel Comfortable Again
If you’ve ever postponed a dental appointment because of fear, you’re far from alone. Dental anxiety affects millions of adults every year. Some people worry about pain, while others fear needles, unpleasant past experiences, loss of control, or simply the sounds and sensations associated with dental treatment. Unfortunately, delaying dental care often allows small problems…
Read MoreTake Control Of Your Oral Health
Dental anxiety and phobia affect 35 million Americans, causing pain and discomfort. Poor dental health can impact overall health. Sedation dentistry is popular, but doesn’t address the root cause. Common phobias include fear of pain, loss of control, needles, and injections. Dental anxiety is a phobia characterized by an intense and irrational fear of visiting…
Read MoreWhy Patients Choose Marielaina Perrone, DDS: What Their Reviews Reveal About the Dental Experience
Choosing a dentist is deeply personal. Credentials matter. Technology matters. Clinical experience matters. But patients often judge a dental practice by something harder to measure: how they feel when they are there. Do they feel listened to? Do they understand what is happening? Do they trust the recommendations they receive? Does the dentistry feel personalized…
Read MoreDental Anxiety: How to Feel More in Control Before, During, and After Your Dental Visit
For some people, a dental appointment is simply another item on the calendar. For others, seeing an appointment reminder can trigger anxiety days or even weeks, before they ever walk through the office door. The worry may begin with a specific concern: needles, discomfort, the sound of dental instruments, difficulty getting numb, or fear of…
Read MoreIs A Root Canal Painful?
Root canal and pain go hand in hand in many people’s minds. Generally our fears and anxiety stem from others telling us their experiences and not from our own. A root canal (also referred to as RCT or root canal therapy) is a dental procedure where the damaged nerve (also called the pulp) of a…
Read MoreDental Implants Vs Bridge
Dental implants vs bridge is a question many patients are faced with when attempting to replace a lost tooth or multiple teeth. The traditional dental bridge was the main dental procedure used by dentists for a very long time to replace missing teeth. As dental implants have become popular due to long term success rates…
Read MoreDo Antibiotics Cure Dental Infections? What Every Patient Should Know
A severe toothache can appear without warning, making it difficult to eat, sleep, or concentrate. Many people assume that antibiotics are the solution, but that’s often a misunderstanding. While antibiotics can play an important role in treating certain dental infections, they are not a cure for most tooth infections. At Marielaina Perrone, DDS, in Henderson,…
Read MoreCan Your Child Overcome Dental Anxiety?
Dental anxiety and dental phobia can be a major health issue for a good percentage (%) of the population. It can disrupt our lives and our health in many ways. The sad truth is many parents pass on their fear of the dentist to their children without even realizing it. Overcoming the fear is possible with…
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