“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist for the first time?”
1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example: pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, embarrassment about fear of the unknown.
2. Discuss these fears and concerns with your dentist.
3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving concerns.
Declining health, limited mobility, financial strains – clearly, aging is not for whimps. Though some challenges Louisville seniors face can’t be avoided, others can. Dental issues, for instance. Many dental problems common among Boulder retirees such as missing teeth, gum recession, tooth damage, and yellowed enamel, can be remedied.
Most Broomfield parents know children’s oral health basics: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get adequate amounts of calcium and Vitamin D. Gordon West DDS, Aesthetic & General Dentistry recommends three additional tools for preventing cavities in toddlers and children.
