Redheads may fear the dentist more because they are more resistant to pain medication. Dr. Locke can make your dental visit calm and comfortable.
Monday, October 10, 2011, is World Mental Health Day, and, because fear and anxiety are a direct result of your mental health, Dr. Locke wants to put your mind at ease. Don’t neglect your dental- and overall- health because you’re afraid. Instead, call Dr. Locke’s dental office at (254) 776-4888 to openly discuss your concerns with Dr. Locke. Together, we can design a solution that is 100 percent specific to your needs.
Clearly, a larger number of people suffer from fear of the dentist, and, unfortunately, that means that these people aren’t getting the care they need simply because they’re afraid. Many patients with fear or anxiety visit Dr. Corbet Locke for their treatment.
Dr. Locke and his staff make it a priority to address your concerns immediately and thoroughly, as well as explain your treatment options. Dr. Locke will work with you to ensure your comfort and confidence in his care.
Why do people fear Friday the 13th? Is it because they watched too many horror films? Actually, Friday the 13th phobia, or Friggatriskaidekaphobia, is an actual psychological condition originally identified hundreds of years ago. According to the Stress Management Center and Phobia Institute in North Carolina, between 17 and 21-million Americans suffer from Friggatriskaidekaphobia.
Snoring not only annoys you and your loved ones, but also can lead to greater problems. Frequent, loud snoring may signal the presence of sleep apnea. This treatable condition often goes unrecognized. If left untreated, you put yourself at a greater risk for more serious health conditions.
Unlike women, men tend to ignore health issues, including oral health issues. Oral health plays a major role in overall health. However, recent polls show that men rarely seek preventative dental care and often neglect their oral health for years.
Do you remember the advertisement, “You’ve come a long way baby?” I’m Dr. Corbett Locke, a Waco Dentist, and I believe this phrase should be used when to describe dental procedures, technology, and products. Gone are the days when dentists regularly pulled a tooth to correct a problem.
Research shows that nearly 30{dcbe0cd52ce35e2f156887e14605e24111ce99c14f01d3853732956d43020bdd} of people (or more) avoid the dentist because of fear or anxiety. Are you one of these? Do you experience the following issues?