how to cure serious dentist trauma/phobia?
141150
I'm not sure there is an easy way to conquer any fear.  My suggestion is take the first step and visit some local dentist's offices.  Find one you like the looks of (clean, homey feeling, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff) and make an appointment for an initial exam and X-rays.  This is a fairly simple and very painless visit which is great for the first time when you're nervous and scared.  Make sure they offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas).  It really makes the visits much easier.  Then ask someone you trust to go with you so that you are not alone.  Also remember don't be embarrassed about being scared, more people are scared walking in the office than are not.
1145586
I am terrified of the dentist... I'm 42!!! I have finally found a way I can get things done.. I get intravenis (sp?) sleep dentistry done...  they stick an IV in my arm.. and, although I'm awake.. I'm only semi-aware that something is being done.. I remember almost nothing of the work... 3-4 hours at a time.. I feel no pain... and even when I wake up and afterward.. the pain is bearable.. it's soooooooo much easier....  it's a little more expensive having to pay for the IV but it's worth it if you have a fear of the dentist... I highly recommend it...  check with local dentists.. not everybody does it.
505198
There are numbing products available over the counter.  ie Ora Gel, etc.  Ask your pharmacist, which is best.\n\nAlso, be sure to take Motrin.  It is the most effective pain killer for bone/teeth pain, that is available over the counter.  The idea about eating ice sounds good, too!  It will help soothe the inflammation.\n\nYou do need to get in touch with your dentist.  Maybe, he could call you in a prescription, that will do you...until you can get to his office.\n\nI really am sorry, that you are in pain.  I would definitely, get the numbing products and take the Motrin...at the same time.  It should, at least, take the edge off.
798745
1.  Clove Oil was recommended in the movie Marathon Man.\n2.  Gargling you mouth with warm water and salt is the dentist approved method.\n3.  Xytol is an ingredient in sugarless gums that helps to fight cavities.  Putting a "bandage" of this gum over a open hole in the tooth keeps out cold air, and other problems.  When I used this method I was able to eat hot soup and ice cream with no pain.\n4.  Typical over the counter medications like Aleve will help with the pain.\n5.  Ora Jell is used to treat teething babies.  If you inject Ora Jell into your cavity it will numb up the sensitive tissues.\n\nFrom personal experience Trident gum works the best for me.  I couldn't get an appointment for a while and I went for an entire week with gum bandages.  Of course you want to make sure the area is clean first so have her brush her teeth.  Most of the pain of a cavity comes from external influences, anything from incoming air to food can irritate it.
893657
I am writing not to recommend a good dentist. I would like to let you know that perhaps your expectations are a little too high. The extractions itself can be performed painlessly if you are numb. The numbing part will be uncomfortable. You would feel pressure though, which has no correlation with how numb you are. Some nervous people feel the pressure unnerving, incorrectly relating it to pain. \n\nMost dental problems are preventable. To stay away from getting serious dental work done will need a lot of work on the owner's part. Good upkeep, frequent checkups to address problems when they are little. Good luck in finding a dentist.
300626
I know you don't want to hear this, but you must see a dentist.  You prob. have an abscess that needs attention. Putting off treatment by a dentist can put your health in danger, as well as your life.  Not getting help now will only make it worse.  I have once suffered a toothache from a hairline fracture in a wisdom tooth.  It was over the weekend and I thought I was going to go crazy from the pain.  No amount of Advil, oil of cloves, or any other remedy is going to help when it get's really bad.  I would never wish this kind of pain on anyone. There is nothing you can really do externally to help keep it at bay.  You need to have the infected tooth either extracted or opened up to let the infection drain out to relieve the pressure.  You also need an antibiotic to help get rid of the infection.  Don't wait, go as soon as possible.
974940
Yeah, ice is great for the swelling, but how about the trauma?  Any time a tooth is traumatized it is possible for the nerve of that tooth to become damaged.  This may lead to root canal therapy (RCT).  \n\nIt is important for you to make an appointment w/ your dentist.  An x-ray will be taken and your teeth will be evaluated.  Trust me....don't wait!  You should be able to be seen right away, b/c this is an emergency situation.  Your dentist should be aware of any situation going on in your mouth at all times.  These situations are recorded and can later on be used to evaluate a later condition or happening.\n\nThis is only a precautionary measure.  Yet, an important one.  It's always better to be safe than sorry!\n\nIf you don't take my advice, then watch out for discoloration of the traumatized teeth.  Now it is definitely time to make an appointment.  The teeth are necrotic (dead) and will need further treatment.
977026
A psychologist specializing in phobias and anxiety treatment can help you. The condition is almost always curable.\nBest of luck.
71509
The only way i know..is to go to the dentist. Tell them you are in terrible pain and they will probably work you in. Till then a little ora gel may help some.
948967
ask your dentist about atavan( not sure if that's how it is spelled), they can give you two of these, and you are still awake, but the anxiety is taken away. I used them to have all my upper teeth removed, and am very thankful i did.
1045751
Most dentist are only licenses and train to do local anesthesia (the shot) rather then general (putting you to sleep).  However at my office I have found that pre mediation (with Triazolam) are patient who are very nervous and giving them nitrous is very helpful.  Half the time they fall asleep.  Ask your dentist about it.
96739
seek professional advice IMMEDIATELY... this can be very serious... til you can get to the dentist/doctor try melaleuca oil... or some sort of other disinfectant/anti-bacterial treatment.\n\nYour dentist/doctor will probably put you on anti-biotics
921146
see a dentist. lol i'm sorry i can't be more help.
527989
I know of none. But you could contact a dental university and see if they can help you.
302823
ew...first, maintain proper oral hygiene...use some mouthwash to keep germs etc away from the site.  Also, they make non prescription pain medication for them..i think Ambisol (sp) is one of them, give it a shot.
966316
First, it's clear that you have no idea what you are talking about. Second, if it hurts, TELL THE DENTIST. \nLastly, as #2 stated, I'm sure they were more than happy to let you go as a patient. As a matter of fact, I can guarantee that you're on their DO NOT REAPPOINT list.
912840
I hate, loath. detest the dentist so my every empathy and support to you.\nMy dentist was so rude and nasty and that was one of my problems he scared me more so in the end my husband changed my dentist and went with me to the new one. I am still scared but finding a nice, understanding dentist does help honest.My husband come with  me every time I go and nowing someone else is outside waiting for you helps so is there anyone that will go with you? If not think of all of us on here when you are in chair and all the support you have and you are not on your own there are thousands like you and even though I am 46 still like it!