Dental professionals find it difficult to identify patients with severe dental anxiety. At the same time, patients are reluctant to talk about their fears and hope that the staff will understand ...

Dental anxiety can stem from trauma, pain, embarrassment, or mental health issues. Psychological and pharmacological strategies are both effective—especially when combined. Virtual reality and ...

A new app created by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry and Penn School of Dental Medicine shows promise in treating dental fear. Does the idea of sitting in a dental chair make your palms sweat?

Many individuals harbor a fear of visiting the dentist, a phenomenon known as dental anxiety or dental phobia. This fear can stem from various factors including past traumatic experiences, fear of ...

Routine dental visits evoke mixed emotions in individuals. While some find them manageable, others experience intense anxiety at the thought of sitting in the dentist’s chair. “Dental anxiety is ...

Safety in pediatric sedation relies on strict guidelines and monitoring, so let's learn how providers utilize pharmacological ...