Scared of the Dentist | Sedation Dentistry Is it Common to be Afraid of the Dentist ? Dentophobia (odontophobia), or fear of dentists , is a common phobia among people of all ages. It is sometimes related to iatrophobia , or fear of doctors, as well as trypanophobia , or fear of needles. It's estimated that 2.7 percent of men and 4.6 percent of women have dentophobia. Aside from fears and phobias tied to past experiences, it's also possible to experience fear of a dentist because of concerns you might have about your oral health. Why are People Scared of the Dentist ? Pain. Far and away the number one factor in dental phobia , pain provides a two-fold problem for patients afraid of visiting the dentist . On one hand, any past painful experience is seared in the memory – and unlikely to go away anytime soon. Can Dentists Do Anything for my Anxiety?...
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