Healthy teeth and good nutrition go together like strawberry and mochi. But the bacteria in our mouths love to eat sugar and carbs (just like us), and they excrete acid afterward. This acid destroys our enamel, leaving our teeth vulnerable to cavities. So how do we prevent … [Read more...]
Fear of the Dentist and Returning for Preventive Care in Light of COVID-19
Experiencing a pandemic can get the best of us, and some may be feeling fear or anxiety about what things will be like when the worst of it is over. But how we respond in a time of infectious outbreak can make us stronger together. This pandemic doesn’t have to have a lasting … [Read more...]
She Has Your Cavities: Why Parents Have Kids with Cavities
We love it when our child has our eyes or our partner’s dimples. But, children don’t only inherit our good traits. They can take on our bad habits, too, like poor dental hygiene practices. Parents with anxiety or fear of the dentist are more likely to have kids with … [Read more...]
Calming Apps for Anxiety at the Dentist
As many as 20% of people refuse to go to the dentist due to anxiety, whether it stems from embarrassment about the physical state of their mouth or fear of pain or the cost of procedures. Yet skipping regular routine care because you’re scared could leave you worse off, no … [Read more...]
How to Recognize Fear of Dentistry in a Loved One
Fear and anxiety can manifest themselves in different ways. Avoidance is one of the primary signs of fearing the dentist. About 15% of people in the United States don’t go to the dentist because of anxiety about their visit. The first step in helping a family member care for … [Read more...]
