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Dental Phobia in Austin & Round Rock, TX

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What is Dental Phobia?

Millions of people have fear and anxiety over visiting the dentist. This often begins during childhood and extends well into adulthood. If you’re petrified of visiting the dentist and find yourself forgoing care because of this care, we have many options available to you. With the help of a caring, warm environment as well as sedation dentistry, we can make your visits with us much more enjoyable.
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Why might you have Dental Phobia?

Oftentimes, people begin to develop a phobia of the dentist when they are children. If you ever had a bad experience in a dental office, this only feeds into this phobia and fear. Over time, you may forgo visiting the dentist because you’re too afraid to have work done. We work to change this phobia and get you feeling relieved rather than scared to visit our office.
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Don’t let fear keep you from a healthy smile—schedule a stress-free dental appointment in Austin & Round Rock, TX today! Call our office to discover how we create a calm, supportive environment for patients with dental anxiety or phobia.
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What can help to alleviate Dental Phobia?

We offer care in a warm, professional environment. We treat you like a friend coming in rather than just a number. We work with you to find the best treatment options available and take breaks and pauses while the work is being done. We offer many sedation options as well, which can put you into partial or full sleep while you’re with us.
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What can you expect concerning Dental Phobia in our office?

If you have a severe fear of the dentist, we advise you to first come in for a consultation. We can discuss your options concerning sedation as well as discuss what work might need to be done. We conveniently schedule all appointments, which makes it easier for you to receive the care that you need. Our goal is to get you feeling comfortable in the office again. This allows you to feel confident coming in to be seen and makes it more likely that you will keep up with the dental care that you need.

|If you suffer from a phobia of visiting the dentist, call us today and we can discuss your options when visiting us.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dental Phobia in Austin & Round Rock, TX

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  • Dental phobia is an intense fear or anxiety related to visiting the dentist. It can prevent individuals from seeking routine dental care, leading to long-term oral health issues.

  • Dental phobia may be caused by past negative experiences, fear of pain, embarrassment, loss of control, or sensitivity to sounds and smells associated with dental visits.

  • Our Austin & Round Rock dental team provides a welcoming environment, clear communication, distraction techniques, and sedation options to help ease anxiety and build trust with patients.

  • Dental anxiety affects millions of people—children and adults alike. At our Austin & Round Rock office, we specialize in helping patients feel at ease every step of the way.

  • Absolutely. We encourage open conversations so we can tailor your experience and take extra steps to ensure you feel safe, comfortable, and in control.

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    I am beyond thrilled with the results of my recent dental treatment with Dr. Shah! I had a complex crown procedure done, and from start to finish, Dr. Shah's expertise and care made all the difference.
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    Compassionate & professional. Dr. Shah is very professional and goes an extra mile to make sure you are at ease and comfortable. Will always briefly explain what needs to be done and will provide valuable advice.
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    I highly recommend DrShah he truly cares about your dental care. I don’t trust anyone  else with my teeth I have been going to him for years. Visit his website, make a appointment you won’t regret it.
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