Why am I so scared.........?

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kay_flood	I take a half milligram of Xanax before I see my dentist, works like a charm. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

koorblohg	I turn into a big baby. I've had bad experiences such as my teeth never go numb. I had my wisdom teeth cut out in 2000 and ever since I've had trouble. I tried the Nitrous Oxide and my last dental appointment was nice. I don't remember any of it. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

( ._ Super.-.Mexican_. )	It's ok to be scared; beofre you go try to take some relaxing tea and think of good times and how beautiful you are gonna look after the dentist is done. Try to change to a female dentist if you can. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

arae8419	I work in the field but still, the minute the dentist tells me to open up my entire body shakes like a leaf. If possible try taking something to relax, ask your dr for a recommendation, and be sure to ask for nitrous oxide to calm your nerves. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

tonalc1	You're normal; dental fear is common among most people. Take deep breaths. If you're really freaked out during the visit/treatment, you can ask for nitrous oxide. Life will be beautiful... Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Been there	Be upfront with your dentist and explain your nervousness at being there. Most of them will understand and can suggest many ways to help you before they begin treatment. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

hubinski	I would be nervous too! Most times it doesn't hurt to get dental work done but sometimes it REALLY hurts!! You shouldn't go, it's SCARY and PAINFUL at the dentist!!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Tna0Hollister ARITZIA>......:	Ask for anestasia it calms you down and makes you sleepy Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

StarShine G	yes , think of how your teeth will look after and how much better you will feel knowing you got tough and wasnt scared. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

angelic1	Get some bach's remedy and when you feel panicky, just place a few drops under your tongue. Take big deep breaths and try to relax. I used to get very shaky and feel like I was going to faint at the dentist. I thought it was just nerves, but it turns out that I was allergic to the Adrenalin. So now I get injections without Adrenalin and everything is just fine. Something to consider. http://www.freewebs.com/spiritualhealing Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

barrister	get the dentist to talk to you when the are working on your teeth and make jokes . Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Dr. Jon	One question you should ask yourself is what exactly about the dentist scares you! Are you scared of: Him, Feeling Pain, The Unknown, The Sounds, The Smells, etc. Once you know what it is that you are afraid of, both you and your dentist can work on ways to ease those anxieties. However, sometimes people cannot zero in on what exactly it is, usually positive experiences and an understanding dentist can help you get over those fears. Sometimes though, patients can be premedicated with antianxiety medication before procedures. You might also want to consider having the procedure done with Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas). Nitrous does not eliminate pain, it is not an anesthetic, but it does tend to calm down many anxious patients. The last resort is having work done with IV Sedation, some dentists out there are trained or work along side those who are trained in IV Sedation. From my experience, usually the most fearful patients with the right handling by your dentist (letting you know that you are in control of the treatment and good Gentle technique) and working through your fears, most patients can overcome their fears (and maybe a little Nitrous as well). I would avoid the antianxiety meds until the last resort. I have had many patients who have told me that they are very fearful of the dentist and sworn to me that they would never be relaxed in the chair; and after a few visits, they actually fall asleep while work is being done! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No