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 | From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor I got my least favorite piece of mail this week. It wasn't a bill, or even an invitation to something dull. It was my twice-yearly dental checkup reminder. | |
Why Are You Afraid of the Dentist?
Eighty percent of us are afraid of the dentist. Some have good reasons - lots of cavities, traumatic childhood experiences, etc. And then there are people like me.
| How to Manage Your Fear of the Dentist
I've never had a single filling. Not one root canal. Nary a scary procedure in my long history. So why am I so scared?
| Why Are You Afraid of the Dentist?
My Dad used to say it was because, when the dentist is working on your teeth, you can't talk. And there's nothing more frightening to me than having to shut up for an hour or so.
| How to Find a Dentist Who Is Right for You
One thing that has helped me get over my fear is finding a dentist I like. For me, this means someone who understands my anxiety. And if he or she gives out stickers to grownups, well, then, so much the better.
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