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Visits Cause You Stress? Try These Tips!

There is a large demographic of people who suffer from what is called “white coat syndrome”, where they either fear that visiting a doctor will involve some sort of pain or that the doctor may find an issue that the patient will have to deal with. You shouldn’t be afraid of your dentist. Your dentist wants to make sure that you’re well taken care of oral health-wise as well as emotionally. You should try these tips that can help reduce the fear of visiting a dentist.

Bring A Distraction

It can be hard sometimes to take your mind off of your dentist visit. A good way to avoid over-thinking it is by bringing headphones and listening to a song or sounds to help you relax. Try bringing a book you’ve been meaning to read.

Share Your Feelings With Your Dentist

Don’t be afraid to tell your dentist how you are feeling. This can help ease your tension immensely. If you’re feeling especially anxious, speak up! Your dentist can provide you several options to help alleviate your anxiety but only if your dentist knows that you’re anxious.

Practice Mindfulness

Deep breathing exercises can help ease your mind and relax your muscles:

  • Scan your body. This may sound funny but it can work. Concentrate on relaxing one muscle at a time. Start at the top with your head and work all the way down to your toes.
  • Count your breaths. Breathe in and breathe out slowly as you count the seconds. Try and make each action the same amount of seconds. Do this a few times while you’re sitting and the waiting room or during down time while you’re in the dentist chair.

We’ll Do Everything We Can To Ease Your Mind

Our staff can provide you what you need to make sure you’re relaxed and can receive the best treatment possible. Contact us at our local Grand Prairie, TX office at 972-262-5111.

Dr. Smith

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