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I have the dentist on saturday and i need help as i am terrified of the dentist. what do you suggest to conquer the fear?

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Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Fear: With my patients that are fearful I am always sure to tell, show, do. I tell them what I am going to do and what they can expect, show them what I am going to do and then do it many times with them looking on in a mirror. Each time they come in we do the tsd and by the 4th or 5th visit the fear is gone or reduced to a minor issue. Find a dentist that uses tsd.

Answered 8/26/2013

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Dr. Raj Upadya answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Meditationmedication: Meditation can help with the stress of the upcoming appointment. Dentistry has come a long way in the last few years as well, so it is not now quite what it once was... You may also be able to take some anti-anxiety medication the night before and just prior to the visit...

Answered 3/18/2014

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Sedation Dentistry: There are dentists that are available to treat patients that have a high fear through sedation dentistry. Oral sedation or IV sedation are common ways to help with the fear.

Answered 9/14/2015

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