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What can i do to get over a dentist phobia?
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Desensitization: Progressive desensitization helps with phobias. You need to work with a psychologist or other therapist who deals with phobias. They can help you work on the phobia with imagery and practicing in real-life situations, so you can gradually lose your fears. If you need dental work done urgently, short term use of antianxiety medications can help; talk to your prescriber about that.
Answered 7/19/2014
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Dental phobia: Consider Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Therapy, Psychotherapy, Exposure therapy or hypnosis.
Answered 7/19/2014
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