Approximately 36% of Americans have a dental phobia. Living with this fear may cause them to avoid check-ups, cleanings, and treatment for years. It’s not uncommon for patients to go 10 or even 20 years without dental care, often returning only out of necessity. If it has been a long time since you received care, we […]
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Are you afraid of the dentist? Dental anxiety is more common than many people realize. Fear of the dentist can be so intense that patients put off oral healthcare for years. One bad experience in childhood can stop someone from seeing a dentist for decades! We understand how difficult it is to break past your fear and
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Sedation dentistry employs effective techniques to allow individuals with dental anxiety or phobia to receive the dental treatment they need without discomfort. If you are struggling to bring yourself to the dentist’s office for much-needed dental work, sedation dentistry may be right for you. Here’s what you need to know. Understanding Dental Anxiety Dental anxiety refers
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At the practice of Dr. Louis Siegelman, we specialize in offering dentistry for patients with unique situations and conditions that may make it more difficult for them to get the care and attention they need for a healthy smile. Many of our patients who come in with mental health concerns such as PTSD may find
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If you are worried about visiting the dentist, we understand how this can keep you from getting in for necessary treatments and procedures. Our practice in New York, NY, is equipped with several sedation methods to ensure you have a positive experience in the dentist’s chair. Dr. Siegelman are pleased to offer the following sedation
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It has been determined that about 35 million Americans deal with some form of dental anxiety. This may be characterized by losing sleep the night before an appointment, feelings of discomfort or nervousness on the way to the dental office, or even calling to cancel and reschedule an appointment to delay the anxiety. At the
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Patients with a strong gag reflex may find themselves uneasy when they have an upcoming dental appointment. They may already find themselves gagging when brushing their teeth, which can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Luckily, Dr. Siegelman of New York, NY, provide a few different ways to help patients with their concerns, including strong gag reflexes.
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Dental anxiety is a very common problem. In fact, a study performed by a marker research company by the name of DentaVox that included 18,000 people worldwide reported that 61% of respondents stated that they suffered from dental anxiety and fear. If you are one of these people, don’t worry, you are not alone. There
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A few months ago, the New York Times published an article connecting an increase in dental patients’ migraines, jaw pain, and tooth sensitivity to the coronavirus shutdown of 2020. The report also indicated that dentists have seen a rise in tooth fractures and bruxism and believe these instances may stem from stress related to the
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The gag reflex is the body’s natural defense mechanism that keeps foreign objects out of your upper respiratory tract. When the body senses something other than air headed down the larynx, pharynx, or trachea, the muscles in the area spasm and contract. Dental impression trays, especially with the impression material, and the x-ray process can
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