Dental Anxiety

Reducing Dental Phobia

There are a lot of phobias out there. The fear of sharks (galeophobia), the fear of heights (acrophobia) and even the fear of flying on airplanes (aerophobia) are just a […] Continue Reading

Is it Safe to See the Dentist?

Ever since Virginia dentists were given the green light to reopen their clinics to non-emergency patients, many patients have wondered if it is safe to go to the dentist right […] Continue Reading

Relaxation Dentistry Can Calm Dental Fears

They call it odontophobia, but it’s basically a big word that describes a much bigger fear: fear of the dentist. Believe it or not, some degree of odontophobia is totally […] Continue Reading

Does Biting Your Nails Hurt Your Teeth?

Whether you bite your nails yourself or know someone who does, we’re all familiar with the habit of nail biting. Also called onychophagia, nail biting is a condition usually brought […] Continue Reading

Do You Have Severe Dental Phobia? Here’s How Your Dentist Can Help

An estimated 20% of people experience dental anxiety, but less than half this number experience dental phobia, a severe fear that prevents people from going to the dentist entirely. Dental anxiety and dental […] Continue Reading

Patient Satisfaction Is Our Top Priority

Patient satisfaction is the foundation of our practice, and these kind words mean a great deal to us. We’re happy to share a recent online review from our patient, Tamy. […] Continue Reading

How To Overcome Your Fear Of The Dentist

Odontophobia, or more commonly known as, having a fear of the dentist, is a real condition that affects many people. It’s approximated that three out of four US adults experience […] Continue Reading

Combat Dental Anxiety

Dental anxiety should never keep you from enjoying a healthy and beautiful smile. Dental care is important and can help you maintain the health of your entire body. Visiting the […] Continue Reading