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Is fear of going to a dentist real?
I don't know if it's true but I'm definitely going through it.
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Fear is either because of some bad experience at dentist in the past or by hearing stories of other patients. Today dentist practice as pain free as possible to give their patients comfortable experience.
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Overcome your fears by meeting your dentist getting familiar with the dentist and their team before starting your treatment
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There is nothing to worry. Dentists always take care for the patient to not experience any pain during procedure. In painful procedures Local anaesthesia is given.
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so if going with a pain inside the clinic, you will comeback smiling.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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It is normal for some people to have anxiety before going to your dentist, but I’m sure the dentist will take good care of you. Please go ahead with the visit.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
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Advise you to face your phobia, and visit a dentist for a consult. It is better to get a consult on regular basis to maintain a good oral hygiene as well as oral health.
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Nothing to worry
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Dr. Arvind Mittal
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Jaipur
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No sir, don't worry
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