Millions of adults have anxiety at the thought of visiting the dentist. The level of anxiety or fear is different for each person, but those with severe anxiety may find it difficult to even have their teeth cleaned. Unfortunately, this can make the situation worst because without ongoing preventative care, cavities and gum disease may develop.
We make it a priority to help our patients feel comfortable and overcome their fears. This starts by being gentle and kind. We listen to our patients so that we can understand what they are going through and what concerns that they may have which enables us to tailor their treatment plan accordingly.
Recently, a new patient visited our dentist office. He hadn’t been to the dentist in around ten years because the last time he went in to a different dentist; it was painful and he became afraid to go back. Because of this fear, he didn’t schedule an appointment when his tooth started hurting. He kept brushing it off and hoping it would stop feeling bad. As with many oral infections, the pain actually got worst. After hearing about our office, he finally gave in and scheduled an appointment. When he walked in, our staff could tell that he was distraught and offered him some water to help him relax. Knowing that the patient was uncomfortable, Dr. Rado saw him right away and offered a mild sedative to help him relax. The transformation was instantaneous and he was able to start breathing slowly and carry on a conversation with Dr. Rado and our staff.
As an expert in painless dentistry, Dr. Rado was able to treat the tooth infection while keeping him comfortable. After the procedure was over he was so relieved and could hardly believe that the tooth had been treated so easily. After experiencing the difference that painless dentistry can make, he has continued to have his teeth cleaned on a regular basis and is no longer fearful of coming in for treatments.
This is the type of transformation that we see on a regular basis. Too often people have had a bad experience when they were younger or due to a dental professional that isn’t gentle. Once they experience painless dentistry, most patients change their mind about what a teeth cleaning or dental treatment can feel like. Our goal is to make patients feel as comfortable as possible from the moment they walk in the door to when their treatment is being performed and afterwards. By putting our patients first and ensuring their comfort, we hope to give them a new definition of what dentistry can be and are delighted when people that once feared the dentist are happy to come in.
Many of our patients have been so pleased with their experience that they are willing to share their story. If you are worried about getting your teeth cleaned or having dental work performed, let our office manager know. We can connect you with another patient that can explain their story and how Dr. Rado took care of their dental needs in a painless and comfortable way.
