This infographic by Beyond Dental has been put together in order to help people all over the world overcome dental phobia and anxiety. Dental anxiety is a very common problem. The World Health Organization estimates that 15-20% of the world’s population suffers from dental anxiety, which is a large number of people worldwide.
It’s important that as a society, we work hard to treat dental phobias and anxiety. Severe dental anxiety leads to avoiding dental appointments, which can have a severe effect on your dental health. Finding a dentist who will work with you to alleviate your anxieties and create a safe space for you will help massively when you’re trying to overcome dental anxiety.
Infographic Source: https://beyond-dental.co.uk/how-to-get-over-a-fear-of-the-dentist/