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Using humor to help combat dental fears.

Posted on Aug. 11th 2017 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear Comments Off on Using humor to help combat dental fears.

In the March 9th 2010 issue of the British Dental Journal Scientists in Sweden have discovered that some of the most important factors in managing stress during a visit to the dentist include optimism on the part of the patient and an atmosphere of humor in the interaction with dental staff. ‘Psychological barriers can be broken down by humor, both as a result of the patient and the dentist coming together more as equals, and as a result of humor reducing stress, increasing well-being and creating a pleasant atmosphere,’ said Dr Bernson.

Posted on Aug. 11th 2017 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Using humor to help combat dental fears.

Rhode Island dental care, and dental fears.

Posted on Mar. 3rd 2011 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear Comments Off on Rhode Island dental care, and dental fears.

Rhode Island dental care, and dental fears.  First I am thinking about getting one of your dental discount plan that you offer in Rhode Island.   I have not been to a dentist in over four years because if major dental fears.  I know I need to start going because I am starting to have some issues with my teeth hurting.  So will getting a dental discount plan help me with controlling my cost?

Also I would like some advise in controlling my dental fears.  They are real and prevents me from wanting me to go regardless of the on and off pain I  am having.  A friend of mine told me I should get stoned before going that way I will

Do dentists notice any differences when working with stoned patients?

Posted on Mar. 3rd 2011 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Rhode Island dental care, and dental fears.

Dental Fears in New York, Need to see a dentist.

Posted on Jan. 18th 2011 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear Comments Off on Dental Fears in New York, Need to see a dentist.

I am 24 and I sorry to admit to anyone that I have big time dental fears.  I do my best to really take good care of my teeth because I do not like seeing a dentist.    I have not see a dentist in over two years and I know I need to see one but do not know how to address my fears.  

I really can not tell you why it is that I have these fears.  I only know that every time I go I get upset and sick to my stomach even just to have your basic dental care.  I do not know what I would do if I was told I needed any more then a cleaning.

Posted on Jan. 18th 2011 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Dental Fears in New York, Need to see a dentist.

Connecticut dental care, Fear of Dentist needles.

Posted on Dec. 30th 2010 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear Comments Off on Connecticut dental care, Fear of Dentist needles.

I have not been to the dentist in some time and I live in Connecticut.  I have been looking at getting one of your dental plans because I know I need to see a dentist ASAP.  I think I have the making of a cavity and I will need at least a filling done.  I see that you have plans that start as soon as the next business day.

All of that is looking good.  Can you offer up some advise to people that have dental fears?  Or really it is not so much the dentist that scares me but getting any type of shots.   Do you have to have shots in order to get a filling?

Posted on Dec. 30th 2010 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Connecticut dental care, Fear of Dentist needles.

Dental Care, Have a toothache and do not have a dentist.

Posted on Sep. 9th 2010 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear Comments Off on Dental Care, Have a toothache and do not have a dentist.

I do not go to the dentist like I should since truthfully they scare me.  I get dental insurance though my work but never used it.   I think I am able to go to any dentist but how do I know which dentist would be good?  I have a really bad toothache so I know that I need some dental work but do not know how to choose a dentist that will be understanding to a 32 year old baby.  Need advise.

Posted on Sep. 9th 2010 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Dental Care, Have a toothache and do not have a dentist.

Dental care, Need a dentist that can deal with dental fears.

Posted on Jul. 30th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear Comments Off on Dental care, Need a dentist that can deal with dental fears.

I have a three year old that has some teeth issues.  My dental insurance that I get let me go to any dentist I want. My problem is my son hates going to the dentist.  He will kick fuss and fight about keeping his mouth open for the dentist.

So far I have had three dentist that only done X-rays but that is as far as they really get with him.  They say they can not deal with the fuss he is making.  My son is just scared of them really.  They do not make him feel save and they act like he should be an adult.  He is only just turned three.  I want to scream to give me a break.

I need a dentist that know how to deal with a child that is scared of them and that can help me.  I know he needs at least two small filling but I can not keep waiting or putting it off for much longer or the filling will only get worse .  I just do not know how to find a dentist that can handle my son.  Any advise is welcomed at this point.

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Posted on Jul. 30th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Dental care, Need a dentist that can deal with dental fears.

Dental insurance advise, I want to keep my dentist.

Posted on Jul. 13th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dentists Comments Off on Dental insurance advise, I want to keep my dentist.

I just lost my dental insurance that I had with my prior job.   I loved the dentist I was going to but was told the only plan they are a provider of was the one I had with my job.   I called the dental insurance company I was with to be told it was a group dental plan only.

What can I do ?  I do not have the money to be paying out of pocket but do not want to change dentist.  She was the first dentist that did not make me feel bad about my teeth and was caring to my needs.  I am a bit of a baby when I have to go to the dentist.  Please give  me advise.

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Posted on Jul. 13th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dentists | Comments Off on Dental insurance advise, I want to keep my dentist.

No dental insurance, minor toothache pain

Posted on Jul. 8th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dental Insurance, Toothache Comments Off on No dental insurance, minor toothache pain

So I have a n and off again toothache pain in my back tooth.  I do not have dental insurance and truthfully can not remember when the last time I saw a dentist.   I have major dental fears so I try not to have to ever go to the dentist.

However, now with this toothache pain mostly when I eat I worried that I may not have a choice in the matter.  How can I stop my toothache pain without having to see a dentist over it?   If I have to go to the dentist should I get dental insurance first? Can I cancel the dental insurance after fixing the tooth?

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Posted on Jul. 8th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dental Insurance, Toothache | Comments Off on No dental insurance, minor toothache pain

Can I listen to my I-Pod when I have my dental cleaning done

Posted on Jun. 18th 2010 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists Comments Off on Can I listen to my I-Pod when I have my dental cleaning done

I need to go to the dentist for my check up and cleaning.    I will not say that I am scared about going to the dentist but dentist do make me nevus.  I was hoping that I can just go and list to my music while the dentist cleans my teeth.  Would that be okay or would they not like me doing that?

Posted on Jun. 18th 2010 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists | Comments Off on Can I listen to my I-Pod when I have my dental cleaning done

I am looking for a dentist that deals with dental phobia

Posted on Jun. 15th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists Comments Off on I am looking for a dentist that deals with dental phobia

I  am really afraid of dentist and going to a dentist just for a minor thing like cleaning upset me.  I need a dentist that can understand my fears and not make me feel bad about be an adult that is scared of going to the dentist.  My last dentist was a good dentist but was a jerk to me and would make be feel bad.  Are there dentist that deal with dental phobia and can do good work let be understanding to my fears.   If so where do I fine them?

Posted on Jun. 15th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists | Comments Off on I am looking for a dentist that deals with dental phobia

Second Dental Opinion, Having teeth pulled need advise.

Posted on Jun. 10th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Extractions Comments Off on Second Dental Opinion, Having teeth pulled need advise.

So I will be having four baby teeth pulled on Monday.  I am very nervous about having this dental work done.  I am an Adult of 22 years of age but had four baby teeth that never came out.  Which made the adult teeth come in all crooked.   My parents could not afford to do much with regards to having my teeth taken care of.  The only thing they could afford was the cleanings twice a year.  I was very lucky never to get any cavities.

Now that I can pay for my teeth to be straighten the first step is to remove my baby teeth.  I will not say I am scared,  but I never had to have this type of dental work before.  What I would like to know is does pulling teeth hurt?  I am not big on pain so I would like to know what to expect.   Thanks

Posted on Jun. 10th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Extractions | Comments Off on Second Dental Opinion, Having teeth pulled need advise.

Second Opinion, Dental, Dentist Question, Bad Teeth need Help

Posted on May. 22nd 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists Comments Off on Second Opinion, Dental, Dentist Question, Bad Teeth need Help

Thank you for  your help on my last post.  I made up my mind to over come my fears of going to the dentist.  I made a dentist appointment to see a dentist in two weeks.  The thing is I am very embarrassed about how bad I let my teeth become.

Like I said in my prior post my teeth are so bad it hurts to brush.  What should I do before going to the appointment?  Should I brush and floss and mouthwash regardless of any pain I may have.   I do not want to go into the dentist with my teeth being any nastier then they have to.

Posted on May. 22nd 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists | Comments Off on Second Opinion, Dental, Dentist Question, Bad Teeth need Help

Dental advise, I have really bad teeth

Posted on May. 18th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists Comments Off on Dental advise, I have really bad teeth

I have not been to the dentist in over seven years.  I use to go to the dentist regularly before I had a really bad dentist that messed up a root canal and I have not been back since getting that fixed.   I guess I am afraid of dentist because of that experience.

I know that I have to overcome my fears and go to the dentist because my teeth hurt almost every day now.  I know I have alot wrong with them.  It sometimes hurts just to brush.  My questions is this.  I am really worried about going to the dentist because my teeth are really bad.  What will a dentist do for the first appointment?

I am thinking a dentist may do a cleaning but I afraid it will hurt since it hurts to brush a clean may hurt even more.  If a dentist hurts me too much I am not sure how I am going to get over my fears then.  Please give me some useful adivse

Posted on May. 18th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists | Comments Off on Dental advise, I have really bad teeth

Can bad teeth cause heart disease, strokes, kidney disease and other health issues.

Posted on Apr. 25th 2010 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists Comments Off on Can bad teeth cause heart disease, strokes, kidney disease and other health issues.

My Vet said that bad teeth can cause all kinds of health issues.

Yes my Vet told me all the side of effects of having bad teeth.  This was not directed at me but at my dog.  My dogs teeth has bad tarter on them.  Any way that is my dog.  The thing that got me thinking is that my teeth are not in the greatest shape either.

I  had bad teeth since I was young.  I never really took care of them when I was a teen since I was going though a lot of stuff at the time.  Now I do take way better care of my teeth but I have not been to the dentist in over two years.   I just really do not like the dentist they freak me out.  Even the thought of going to the dentist makes me queasy.

Now however,  if bad teeth can cause a dog to have heart disease, strokes, kidney disease and other health issues.  Will having bad teeth cause me to have the same risks?  I know it is silly to compare a human with a dog but my family already has some of these health issues.  I do not need another reason why I may have these issues latter on in life.    Am I making to much out of this?   Oh and by the way my Vet is cleaning my dog teeth tomorrow so I am having that done.

Posted on Apr. 25th 2010 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dentists | Comments Off on Can bad teeth cause heart disease, strokes, kidney disease and other health issues.

Two dental filling needed

Posted on Jan. 16th 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Filings Comments Off on Two dental filling needed

Help I have to have two filling

I went to the dentist the other day and was told that I have two cavities.   He wants to do filling for them.  I am scared that I will have to have shoots in order for him to do the fillings.   I am scared of getting shoots and do not have them done unless I have no choice.   Can he do filling with out shoots?

Posted on Jan. 16th 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Filings | Comments Off on Two dental filling needed

Missing wisdom teeth

Posted on Jan. 1st 2010 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear Comments Off on Missing wisdom teeth

I only have my bottom wisdom teeth

I went to the dentist the other day and was told that I have only my bottom wisdom teeth coming in.  Since the dentist at this time said they have room and not causing any problems to let them come out.  The thing is I have no top wisdom teeth.  Is that normal to get just the bottoms and not the top?

Posted on Jan. 1st 2010 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear | Comments Off on Missing wisdom teeth

Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist BEFORE Cancer Treatment

Posted on Dec. 8th 2009 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dental News, Dentists, General News, Hygiene Comments Off on Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist BEFORE Cancer Treatment

Cancer and the Dentist: Protect Your Mouth During Cancer Treatment. This guide is part of a series on managing and preventing oral complications of cancer treatment developed by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research in partnership with the National Cancer Institute, the National Institute of Nursing Research, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


1 – Feel better Cancer treatment can cause side effects in your mouth. A dental checkup before treatment starts can help prevent painful mouth problems.
2 – Save teeth and bones A dentist will help protect your mouth, teeth, and jaw bones from damage caused by head and neck radiation and chemotherapy. Children also need special protection for their growing teeth and facial bones.
3 – Fight cancer Serious side effects in the mouth can delay, or even stop, cancer treatment. To fight cancer best, your cancer care team should include a dentist.

Protect Your Mouth During Cancer Treatment

Brush gently, brush often
  • Brush your teeth—and your tongue—gently with an extra-soft toothbrush.
  • Soften the bristles in warm water if your mouth is very sore.
  • Brush after every meal and at bedtime.
Floss gently—do it daily
  • Floss once a day to remove plaque.
  • Avoid areas of your gums that are bleeding or sore, but keep flossing your other teeth.
Keep your mouth moist
  • Rinse often with water.
  • Don’t use mouthwashes that contain alcohol.
  • Use a saliva substitute to help moisten your mouth.
Eat and drink with care
  • Choose soft, easy-to-chew foods.
  • Protect your mouth from spicy, sour, or crunchy foods.
  • Choose lukewarm foods and drinks instead of hot or icy-cold.
  • Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Stop using tobacco
  • Ask your cancer care team to help you stop smoking or chewing tobacco. People who quit smoking or chewing tobacco have fewer mouth problems.

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When Should You Call Your Cancer Care Team About Mouth Problems?

Take a moment each day to check how your mouth looks and feels.Woman on phone

Call your cancer care team when

  • you first notice a mouth problem.
  • an old problem gets worse.
  • you notice any changes you’re not sure about.

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Tips for Mouth Problems

Sore Mouth, Sore Throat
To help keep your mouth clean, rinse often with 1/4 teaspoon each of baking soda and salt in 1 quart of warm water. Follow with a plain water rinse. Ask your cancer care team about medicines that can help with the pain.

Dry Mouth
Rinse your mouth often with water, use sugar-free gum or candy, and talk to your dentist about saliva substitutes.

Infections
Call your cancer care team right away if you see a sore, swelling, bleeding, or a sticky, white film in your mouth.

Eating Problems
Your cancer care team can help by giving you medicines to numb the pain from mouth sores and showing you how to choose foods that are easy to swallow.

Bleeding
If your gums bleed or hurt, avoid flossing the areas that are bleeding or sore, but keep flossing other teeth. Soften the bristles of your toothbrush in warm water.

Stiffness in Chewing Muscles
Three times a day, open and close your mouth as far as you can without pain. Repeat 20 times.

Vomiting
Rinse your mouth after vomiting with 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda in 1 cup of warm water.

Cavities
Brush your teeth after meals and before bedtime. Your dentist might have you put fluoride gel on your teeth to help prevent cavities.

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Oral Health, Cancer Care, and You

This guide is part of a series on managing and preventing oral complications of cancer treatment developed by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research in partnership with the National Cancer Institute, the National Institute of Nursing Research, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Other publications in this series include:
 For Health Professionals

For Patients

Posted on Dec. 8th 2009 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Dental News, Dentists, General News, Hygiene | Comments Off on Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist BEFORE Cancer Treatment

Wanting a reason to smile

Posted on Dec. 5th 2009 by Dental Plan Reviews in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Hygiene Comments Off on Wanting a reason to smile

Messed up teeth are giving me the blues.

This is hard for me to write about but would like some advise on what to do.  To start with I am 32 and my teeth are so bad that they hurt I can only eat soft foods because I am afraid to eat anything to hard for fear of braking my teeth.  I know I have no one to blame but myself for he problem that I am now facing.  When I was younger I just did not take good care of my teeth like I should have.  My mom was poor so we did not have much and going to the dentist  was always costly for her.  She told me and my brother that we needed to brush extra well and to floss every day because she could not afford to fix our teeth.

Even knowing all that I just did not take care of my teeth.  Now at 32 I have not been to the dentist for over six years.  I am afraid of what they would think of me.  I am not so much scared of the dentist but just in how the dentist will know I am at fault for the way my teeth are.   I can not even brush them so that they may look better then what that are.

I would even continue with statuesque if it were not for the fact that my teeth really hurt.  I never smile because I do not want people to see how bad my teeth are.  I really hardy talk to people either and when I do I make sure they can not see my teeth.  How can I go to the dentist like this.  I want to cry when I think of someone see my teeth and how bad I let them get.

Posted on Dec. 5th 2009 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Cavities, Dental Fear, Dental Help, Hygiene | Comments Off on Wanting a reason to smile

Too Scared to go to the dentist

Posted on Nov. 23rd 2009 by Dental Plan Reviews in Dental Fear, Dental Help Comments Off on Too Scared to go to the dentist

Need a cleaning but scared of going to the dentist.

I know that my teeth has plaque build up on them.  It has been a few years since I have been to the dentist.  Although I know I need to get them clean, I am afraid the dentist is going to hurt me.  How much does it hurt to get your teeth cleaned?  If I have a lot of plaque will it hurt more to have a dentist scrape it off?  Hate to go now I have to please advise me on what kind of pain should I be expecting.

Posted on Nov. 23rd 2009 | by Dental Plan Reviews | in Dental Fear, Dental Help | Comments Off on Too Scared to go to the dentist

Mean and cruel dentist

Posted on Nov. 17th 2009 by Dental Plan Review in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Extractions Comments Off on Mean and cruel dentist

I just do not understand why my dentist is so cruel

I took my son to the dentist today and they wanted to extract one of his teeth since it could not be saved.  The problem is that the dentist wanted to do this to my son while he is still awake.  I told him I would want to put my son under so that he is asleep while they rib out one of his.  The dentist said it was unnecessary,  and that he will not use  a general anaesthetic for a simple extraction.  I left the dentist and called two others, who  more or less said the same thing.  Are dentist even  human? Or are they all nuts? I do not want my son to have to be awake for something like that.  Give me a brake  he is only eight.

Posted on Nov. 17th 2009 | by Dental Plan Review | in Dental Fear, Dental Help, Extractions | Comments Off on Mean and cruel dentist

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