Miscellaneous

04/12/2005
Do you avoid seeing a dentist even when you have dental insurance to cover the cost? If you are apprehensive or even phobic about dentists, the information presented in this article may help you. An important step toward conquering your fear is to educate yourself on the many options available today that help allay dental anxiety. This article points out what attributes to look for in a good dentist and provides tips on how to find one. You’ll also learn about the importance of the patient/dentist relationship and how communication and building trust can eliminate much of the anxiety.

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04/12/2005
Most visits to the dentist are for routine care, but in emergency situations, seeking immediate care may be the most important dental visit you’ll ever make. The following article discusses the many dental emergencies that might occur and the steps you should take to minimize pain and damage. Emergencies that are specifically addressed include teeth that are knocked out (evulsed), forced out of position (extruded), or broken (fractured). Other emergencies include cuts to lips, gums or cheeks. This article points out emergencies that require immediate dental care within 30 minutes and provides guidelines for those that should be referred to a hospital emergency room.

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