Did you know nearly 75% of adults in the U.S. have some fear of going to the dentist? In fact, fear of the dentist is so common that there are two names for it—odontophobia and dentophobia!
There are many reasons behind these fears of the dentist in central PA:
- A personal traumatic or painful experience
- Impersonal, uncaring dentists
- Mass media (movies, TV)
- A perception that you’re helpless or don’t have control
Dr. Larry Winans and his dental team in Lewisburg understand how you feel. We believe that visiting the dentist should be relaxing, not a cause for fear. If you’re already a patient of Dr. Winans, you know how we pamper our patients with blankets, music, DVDs, and even a selection of lipstick you can use after your appointment!
But you might not know that we can help you relax even before you arrive. If you have pre-appointment jitters, we’ll give you a prescription for a small pill to take before your appointment. This medication is part of sedation dentistry, where you’re completely relaxed, but can remain conscious throughout the appointment, although you might be so comfortable, you’ll doze off!
When you’re relaxed, any local anesthesia will work much better. Dr. Winans also uses advanced dental tools and technology that are quieter and gentler, minimizing all those triggers that might have made you fearful in the past.
If you haven’t visited our dental office in Lewisburg before, talk to us about any fears or questions you may have. You’ll see we go out of our way to make our dental practice more like a spa than a cold, clinical space. Once you’re here, our priority is you!
