For some people, scheduling a dental procedure is a major ordeal. They pore over their calendars, stress about choosing a date, and fret over selecting a time for the appointment. Sometimes, this type of hesitation over scheduling and any subsequent cancellations can be the result of a very busy schedule or unexpected conflict. Other times, however, the stress, hesitation, cancellations, and postponements are the result of another type of issue – dental phobia. Dental phobia can be defined as the fear of dentistry and of receiving dental care.
According to a study by a researcher at the University of Wuppertal in Germany, “80 percent of adults in the United States, Europe and Asia are apprehensive about receiving dental treatments. It’s clear that the causes of dental anxiety and dental phobia know no border. The study found that in the U.S. alone 20 percent of adults consider themselves to be highly anxious; 5 percent are so afraid of the dentist they avoid seeking dental treatment altogether.”
Moore Family Dental is eager to help with the goal of providing patients with excellent dental care to achieve maximum oral health. Everyone is willing to talk with people who may be nervous or hesitant to help them figure out the best and most comfortable way to handle a necessary procedure. This means that if you call the office and need an early appointment, late appointment, or other special request, the staff will be happy to assist you. When you are in the office, you should tell the staff about any concerns you may have; with their extensive experience, they can help you feel more comfortable. Moore Family Dental is sensitive to patients’ concerns and will do their best to make patients feel at ease and prepared for procedures.
Technology plays an important role, as well. The CompuDent Wand is one example of technological excellence that helps patients feel more comfortable. It is an innovative tool that allows Dr. Moore and Dr. Redmin to administer injections without pain or discomfort for the patient. In addition to alleviating fears of people who have an aversion to needles, this can be helpful in addressing the numb mouth many people worry about. When anesthesia is administered via a needle, people sometimes experience a moment of trepidation immediately prior to the injection. In that moment, they may squirm or pull away slightly, which can necessitate additional injections to ensure that the appropriate amount of anesthesia has been administered. With the CompuDent Wand, you don’t have to be afraid, so you are less likely to have experience that reflex to jerk away. The result is that the anesthesia is administered right on target with maximum comfort.
The CompuDent Wand makes a dentist’s job easier because administering anesthesia ceases to be a struggle. It becomes a painless way to eliminate numb a patient’s mouth so the patient will not experience pain or discomfort during a procedure. However, it makes a patient’s job easier, as well. With the CompuDent Wand, the patient can relax, knowing that anesthesia is being administered painlessly. That is a good thing for everyone involved.
So if you’ve been hesitant or fearful of a visit to the dentist, you may want to ask about the “Wand”. Many people who have experienced this technology are amazed at the results. It can truly help you live better – by minimizing dental fears which are impeding you from positive treatment. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call Moore Family Dental.