Do you have anxiety that keeps you from getting necessary dental care? Or does your anxiety make the dental experience so unpleasant that you spend days--or weeks--suffering before and after your appointment? Do you have problems with a strong gag reflex, difficulty getting numb, or muscle soreness during or after your appointment?  If you [...]

If you have dental anxiety, you aren’t alone. So many people report having a fear of the dentist that there are studies to figure out why. Dental anxiety and dental phobia stem from three distinct places; direct learning from a negative experience, indirect learning from a loved one or the media, and internal factors [...]

If you have a fear of the dentist, you’re not alone. An estimated 36% of the population suffers from some form of dental anxiety. 12% of these sufferers consider it an extreme fear. If you fall into one of these categories, don’t lose hope. There are lots of steps you can take [...]

At Smile On Dental Studio in St. Louis, we understand that not everyone feels completely comfortable when they visit the dentist. This is why we offer {{{{link id='50249' text='multiple sedation dentistry options'}}}} to help any patient feel relaxed and comfortable during their entire appointment. If you’re wondering if you should ask Dr. Chris Hill [...]

Do you find it difficult to stay calm and relaxed during your dental appointments? If your answer is yes, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Dr. Chris Hill is happy to provide a solution to help you look forward to your upcoming dental appointments and receive the dental care you need to achieve your [...]