Dentist Anxiety
Added: August 27, 2007 - 7:09 PM
By: thomas05corinne@aol.com, St. Charles Or Chesterfield, MO
Need Dentist / Specialist:
Yes
Provide Cost Estimate:
No
X-rays Available:
No
Case Summary
Teeth:
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 2004 maybe 2005
Last Cleaning: same as above
Case Description
I am a 53yr old female,who, for some unknown reason have HIGH ANXIETY when it comes to the dentist. Because of this anxiety, I do not visit the dentist twice a year for cleaning. The only time I see a dentist is when I need to. My husband doesn't understand it. He says when it comes to anything else I get it taken care of immediately, but when it comes to my teeth I wait until it's an emergency. When I finally do make an appointment, sometimes I will cancel and reschedule a time or two, or until the toothace is so bad I can't stand it. I have the need to actually "talk" to a dentist first and see what can be done to help my anxiety. This is the only thing I can think of that I feel powerless. Are there dentists that understand this anxiety? and know how to work with people that have this high anxiety?. I have a need for a dentist at this time.
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Reply: Dentist Anxiety
added: August 28, 2007 - 5:58 PM
Dear Patient,Your anxiety is more common than you might think. However, we''''ve made many improvements over the years to make your experience at the dentist''''s office a pleasant one. I would be happy to speak with you about your concerns, if you would kindly call my office, or provide me with your phone number and a good time of day or day of the week for me to call you.Sincerely,Richard Blustein DDS711 N. New Ballas RoadSt. Louis, MO 63141(314) 997-3336 Phone(314) 994-9611 Faxblustein@dentiststlouis.com E-mai
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