A recent study concluded the following:
“Dentists who prioritize communication and build positive relationships with their patients are more likely to achieve positive outcomes…”
Of course, part of communication means understanding nervous patients and discerning what they need to enjoy a more positive experience in the dental setting.
As a patient, it’s crucial to tell the dentist if you feel anxious in the dental chair and if anxiety has kept you away from the dentist for any length of time.
Together, you can develop effective strategies to change your outlook and make dental visits a more positive experience.
How Your Newmarket Dentist Uses Communication to Put You at Ease
If you feel anxious in the dental office, we’ll first discuss the reasons and then take steps to make things easier. For example, if you fear the unknown, the dentist can let you know exactly what’s going to happen during your appointment, even as we move along in real time.
You can also signal the dentist or a dental team member if you’re feeling anxious and need a minute—for example, raising your hand.
With clear communication and a clear understanding of what to expect, you can rest easier when visiting our dental office.
Remember, our team has experience with nervous patients, which is why we provide gentle care in a warm and friendly environment. Also, if you need a little extra reassurance, talk to us about sedation dentistry in Newmarket.
Degrees of Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety can range from mild to phobic, with dental phobia being the more severe level of distress. Dental phobia may prevent people from seeing the dentist altogether. Dental anxiety also causes a lot of stress and can prompt patients to reschedule treatments again and again.
We urge you to book an appointment with our team. We can start the visit by discussing your level of anxiety and ways we can help.
Schedule Your Next Dental Visit with a Compassionate Team
To learn more or to get started, call us today at (365) 909-3999. You can also book online. And don’t forget to ask about our current patient specials.