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When Your Kids Say: “I’m Scared of the Dentist”

January 31, 2023 By Delta Dental of Virginia

Dental fears can eventually lead to poor oral health. Here are ways to help if your child says, “I’m scared of the dentist!”

As a parent, you know that visits to the dentist play a critical role in maintaining your child’s oral and overall health. But for a child sitting in an unfamiliar office with a stranger standing over them, that might be hard for them to understand. There are ways to help your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Fear Free

Fear Your Dental Cleaning? Maybe an Ultrasound Can Help

January 28, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Pain is a major reason that adults avoid the dentist. 74% of Americans polled said that pain during treatment was the reason they don’t go to the dentist. But many don't realize how the dental industry has evolved. Today, many dental procedures are virtually painless thanks to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Fear Free

She Has Your Cavities

February 27, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Parents are passing their cavities onto their kids in two ways.

We love it when our child has our eyes or our partner’s dimples. But, as we all know, children don’t just inherit our good traits. They can also take on some of our bad habits, like poor dental hygiene practices. Parents with anxiety or fear of the dentist are more likely to have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Dental Health, Fear Free

Calming Apps for Anxiety at the Dentist

December 25, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

calming apps for anxiety

As many as 20% of people refuse to go to the dentist due to anxiety, whether it stems from embarrassment about the physical state of their mouth or fear of pain or the cost of procedures.  Yet, neglecting routine care because you’re scared could leave you worse off, no matter … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health, Fear Free

Dentist Interview 101 | How to Choose the Right Dentist

November 6, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

Choosing the right dentist for you may feel overwhelming. Check out six tips to make sure your dentist is right for you!

Going to the dentist shouldn’t be something you dread. You should feel comfortable and relaxed. Trusting your dentist is crucial in maintaining preventive care. An estimated 36 percent of people living in the United States have anxiety when it comes to seeing the dentist. This … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Health, Fear Free

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