The Prevalence of Dentophobia
We’ve all experienced this conversation before. Someone mentions they have an upcoming dental appointment and that they are anxious about it. With so many people dealing with dental anxiety, there’s a high chance that the person worried about said appointment is you. If it is, it’s important to know you are far from alone! As heartbreaking as the statistics can be, dental anxiety, or dentophobia, is a large problem. In fact, did you know that one in three people have dental anxiety in one way or another? This often leads to people postponing dental cleanings, necessary restorations like getting a cavity filled, or avoiding the dentist entirely.
We believe that it’s time to change that statistic. There are ways to help our dental patients cope, and it’s time to do what we can! If you suffer from dental anxiety, it’s time to meet Dr. Zuptich here at Great Miami Dental Associates. She has a caring approach to help ease these fears in her patients.
Personalized Care for Every Patient
Even though you might be nervous, it’s best not to avoid those regular dental cleanings. When you see it getting closer on the calendar, remember that they’re more than just a quick tooth-brushing session! In fact, these appointments are designed to make sure your teeth are as healthy as possible. This is done by checking for any cavities and ruling out anything that could create costly problems in the future.
But what about the fear and anxiety that claws its way into your soul? There are solutions just for you—promise! Dr. Zuptich prides herself in doing whatever she can to help each and every patient learn to feel comfortable in her care. She takes her time to understand each patient’s concerns before tailoring her approach to meet their needs. After all, each patient is different, and they deserve a dentist who can adjust their care to truly help them—both physically and mentally.
Gentle Techniques for Comfortable Treatment
At each appointment, Dr. Zuptich’s goal is to keep the experience both pain and panic free. She truly listens to each and every patient, helping them feel comfortable enough to express any fears or concerns they might have. With any of her treatments, if there is a way to make it more comfortable, she will make it happen! If anything during your treatment makes you extra nervous or even causes pain, we want to ensure you feel comfortable enough to speak up. That way, we can all work together to make your dental experience a good one.
Dr. Zuptich doesn’t have to rely solely on her smile to make a patient feel comfortable at their appointment. To aid her in her quest to help each and every patient conquer their dental anxieties, we have modern technologies here at Great Miami Dental Associates that have completely changed the industry. They make exams less invasive, faster, and much easier than before.
Creating a Relaxing Environment
Whenever you’re looking for the perfect dentist for you and your family, it’s important to find a place that makes you feel relaxed and calm. Dr. Zuptich’s entire demeanor is calm, encouraging the entire environment to follow along. But her love for making smiles be their best isn’t the only thing she loves about her job. She has a love for both restoring smiles and helping those with dental anxiety. And one of the best ways to start with that is to create an environment where her patients can remain calm. Sometimes this can be through playing relaxing music, or even by putting relaxing images on the TV. No matter the method, it can help change the dental office from a cold place to a comforting environment.
Special Attention to Patients with Dental Anxiety
Dr. Zuptich’s specialty lies in helping patients deal with their dental anxiety. Her goal is to help them feel at ease, completely comfortable from the moment they walk into her office and until they leave. Sometimes this can be done with just the environment alone, or by her comforting demeanor. Other times, options such as sedation dentistry are the solution.
There are multiple kinds of sedation dentistry, ranging from laughing gas to anesthesia. If you feel as though sedation dentistry will help you at your next appointment, be sure to let us know so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Dental anxiety got you? Time to change that!
If you are one of the many, many people who deal with dental anxiety, rest assured that the answer is out there! Dr. Zuptich at Great Miami Dental Associates is the perfect answer for you if you want a stress-free, compassionate environment to help you with your dentophobia. After all, it’s time to take control of your own smile!
If you are ready to get that next appointment on the calendar, don’t hesitate to fill out our appointment request form. Remember, we are here to help you every step of the way, despite the fear.