Commonly “Feared” Dental Procedures

By: Jessica Wendt, RDH – The Gentle Dentist If you are scared to go to the dentist, you are not alone. It is estimated that about 30-40 million Americans have some type of dental anxiety or phobia. This can stem from negative past experiences, pain, embarrassment, or...

Ditch the Dental Anxiety

If the thought of your regular dentist visits gives you anxiety, you’re not alone. Surveys show that 9 to 15 percent of Americans, around 40 million people, face anxiety when it comes to their oral health. The severity may range from anxiety and stress to full blown...

The Gentle Dentist – Ow! My Aching Jaw!

By: Jessica Wendt, RDH Do you wake up frequently with headaches? Does your jaw click or pop when you open wide or are chewing? Do you have muscle tension in your temple region or in your cheek muscles? If you answered yes to one or all of these questions, then you may...