{"id":102,"date":"2017-09-10T14:08:50","date_gmt":"2017-09-10T14:08:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=102"},"modified":"2017-11-10T14:13:35","modified_gmt":"2017-11-10T14:13:35","slug":"dental-phobia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/dental-phobia\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Dental Phobia in Your Genes?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-105\" src=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/AdobeStock_153437537-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"fearful child covering mouth at dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/AdobeStock_153437537-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/AdobeStock_153437537-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/AdobeStock_153437537-1024x684.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>No, but it may be contagious! If you\u2019re scared of visiting the dentist, think about where that fear started. If you\u2019re like many of the millions of US adults who claim dental phobia or anxiety makes visiting the dentist a stressful experience, you will likely point to a bad experience as a child. Many people who have dental phobias also have parents who feared the dentist, but what these dental phobic patients don\u2019t always think of is how their own fears are impacting their kids. Keep reading to find out how to start your child off on the road to a lifetime of healthy smiles free from dental phobias and anxieties. A good family and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/childrens-dentistry.html\">children\u2019s dentistry<\/a> office will offer a safe and comfortable environment where kids will feel right at home.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Do What I Say Not What I Do<\/h2>\n<p>If you grew up in the US, one or both of your parents has probably told you something like, \u201cDo what I say not what I do.\u201d This frustrating parental axiom has vexed kids for ages. Many parents who have dental phobias and anxieties often skip their own dental appointments, and they find themselves struggling to find any better recourse than enlisting this old adage. Unfortunately, research indicates that parents may have to step up and put on a happy face when it comes to dental care.<\/p>\n<h2>Wait \u2018Til Your Father Gets Home<\/h2>\n<p>According to researchers at Rey Juan Carlos University in Madrid, the father may have a greater impact on children\u2019s dental fear than their mothers. While mothers most often take the children to the dentist, a father who acts fearful or talks negatively about visiting the dentist will likely make a bad impression on his children. It\u2019s essential that both parents find ways to encourage their children to enjoy visiting the dentist rather than fearing it.<\/p>\n<h2>Making Sure Every Member of the Family Loves the Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re fearful of the dentist, it\u2019s important to do your utmost to avoid transferring your fears to your children. Start by using only positive talk about dental visits around your child. You may also want to talk to your dentist about how to alleviate your own fears and phobias. You can also help build positive feelings about the dentist by starting a countdown to the visit or planning a special activity after their appointment. Most importantly, if you don\u2019t think you can hide your anxiety from your kids, you may want to consider having a friend or family member take your child to the dentist for you.<\/p>\n<h2>Meet Dr. Green<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imagine-smiles.com\/meet-dr-green.html\">Dr. Green<\/a> is happy to welcome patients of all ages at Imagine Smiles. Our Blaine dentistry team offers gentle care that will help the most anxious patients feel more comfortable. If you ever have questions or concerns, please don\u2019t hesitate to give us a call. We\u2019re here to answer your questions, schedule an appointment, or help to put your mind at ease about your upcoming dental appointment. With years of experience, we know that an educated patient is a fearless patient. That\u2019s why we\u2019re always happy to take as much time as you need to explain every service until you feel completely confident with every treatment we provide. You can also come back to our blog regularly to read more about some of the services we provide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No, but it may be contagious! If you\u2019re scared of visiting the dentist, think about where that fear started. If you\u2019re like many of the millions of US adults who claim dental phobia or anxiety makes visiting the dentist a stressful experience, you will likely point to a bad experience as a child. 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