Children’s dental anxiety and fear represent pervasive challenges within paediatric oral healthcare. These phenomena, affecting up to one‐third of young patients, encompass both anticipatory anxiety ...

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?

Dental fear is an intense emotional reaction that can be characterized by anxiety, palpitations, sweating, dizziness, a feeling of unreality or nausea. It may cause some people to avoid going to the ...

SANDBACH, UK - March 13, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Sandbach Cheshire residents who experience anxiety about visiting the ...

Dental health is a crucial component of overall well-being, yet, the mere thought of visiting a dentist can trigger a wave of anxiety in many adults. This widespread apprehension is not just about ...

Dental anxiety is a pervasive issue that affects a significant portion of your patient base. It can manifest as anything from mild unease to full-blown panic attacks, making it a major obstacle for ...

Nearly three out of four adults fear going to the dentist, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. While dental fear is common, the study-led by ...

“I constantly experience anxiety when going to the dentist. I worry that he’ll tell me I have to have more teeth removed—and the antiseptic smell of the office turns my stomach!”—Carrie A. If you ...

Multiple factors like age, where dental treatment occurred, and having a stay-at-home mother, may affect a child’s level of dental fear, according to a study recently published in Health Science ...

Are you scared of the dentist? Source: Anna Shvets/Pexels When was the last time you saw your dentist? During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have struggled to maintain existing routines of dental ...

Nearly three out of four adults fear going to the dentist, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. While dental fear is common, the study—led by ...