Dental Anxiety

Dental Anxiety in Charlottesville, VA

It can be difficult to schedule your next dental appointment after a bad experience in the dental chair. However, it’s extremely important to your dental health that you see a professional dentist at least once every six months. Unlike some minor health concerns, dental concerns will not go away on their own. In fact, many people do not even realize they have dental concerns because they do experience any pain or discomfort until issues develop past the point of being able to be treated conservatively. This is why we want to ensure that our patients come to see us regularly so that we can catch minor dental concerns before they require more invasive and expensive procedures.

Patients who experience dental anxiety often associate going to the dentist with loud noises, needles, drills, and pain or discomfort. At Harrison Dental Associates, we believe an informed patient is a healthier and more relaxed patient. That is why we take our time to explain our processes to our patients before performing a procedure. We are happy to take breaks if you become overwhelmed at any point during your appointment. Additionally, we invite patients to bring a friend or listen to music during appointments if it will help keep them calm and comfortable.