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When I went to the dentist after YEARS of not going and really bad oral hygiene, had to go due to a bad cavity, I was terrified. When I went in I said I had really bad anxiety and I was so scared but knew I needed help. They were absolutely flipping amazing. I ended up having a lot of cavities and my second appointment to fill one I had an anxiety attack. They gave me time, coached me through it, saying I will be better in a minute once the numbing solution settles, since I was terrified the numbing solution hiked my anxiety, after a minute I felt completely fine and they even gave me an adorable shark stress toy. They had no clue I love sharks and it helped immensely. I am more relaxed when my hygienist is chatting during my teeth cleaning, helps me feel like it’s just a regular normal thing she’s doing and it’s not a big deal, also helps me feel even more taken care of

My dental anxiety is a result of not having the best experiences early on as a kid, it was traumatizing to say the least. So anytime I would think about having to go to the dentist it would be a nerveracking experience. But I think it all boils down to having the right dentist that works best for you. Now that I have I actually feel much better when going to the dentist.

Dealing with my anxiety in general is rough. I'm just happy that I'm *_finally_* with a practice (that wasn't my pediatric office) that understands me being on the autism spectrum.

Honestly I think it goes both ways. I had a mean, rude, aggressive dentist growing up that was rough on any dental care I did. I would hold back tears so I wouldn't get it anymore harsh treatments. Then as a teenager, I met a great dentist that was calm, attentive, and she was very knowledgeable. I loved getting my teeth worked on by her. As an adult, I met another awesome dentist. She was a mom just like me and she made me feel comfortable every time I went. So I didn't discriminate against all dentist. I knew I needed work done on my teeth and just put faith in whoever I went too. Just like rude patients dentist have to face, they will also face the genuine ones with concerns. So take a chance on your dentist and don't be afraid to ask questions on gaining healthy tips for a healthier smile. They want to help 😊

It is, indeed, less scary when you know exactly what's going on in your mouth. I have been battling dental anxiety ever since I was a child, mostly because of the horror stories I've heard from other people sharing their bad experiences at the dentist. I sometimes even have dental nightmares because of that. But I've been following your channel for quite some time now, and all the information you've been sharing here has helped me a lot. Not only that I've learned a lot of stuff about teeth but also these videos have given me a much better understanding of all the dental procedures, which does help relieve some of this anxiety. And in general it's interesting to watch and learn about what's happening "on the other side of the chair". So thank you so much for everything you're doing, Whitney, and keep up the amazing work!

I don’t think the dentists judge me but I think the receptionists do 😣 they can be mean

I do go into my own world while my teeth are worked on, but I'm not necessarily meditating. Meditation requires sitting upright and focusing on breath, and the chair does get me in an unfocused state

My dentist's office had a few books that were catered to relaxation and anxiety, which I thought was cool. One was a mindfulness meditation book called "30 Days to Reduce Anxiety" by Harper Daniels, which I read while waiting and there was nice music playing in the office. It helped and made me realize it's important to probably practice meditation before stressful situations, like going to the dentist.

I don’t have dental anxiety but I like listening to music during my cleanings.

My dentist has always explained everything thoroughly, I've never had dental anxiety at all and have had no big procedures in my life meaning for my mouth

The dentist I see has never said anything bad about my teeth , it was the first childhood dentist I had which made me feel anxious , all her patients used to call this dentist something rude but not too her face.

My fear is the blood pressure check the dentist does before doing any work. My blood pressure is normal when im not at the dentist office. But when i get to her office my blood pressure is so high until she has concern. I cannot calm down. 😢

I wish I saw this video when I was 11 years old back in the early 90s I had my first dentist appointment at age 12 my parents waited so long because I had high anxiety issues and I struggle with nausea caused by trauma but my parents were very abusive and neglectful, I was a very difficult patient my first time but not because I was being a bad kid but because I kept crying and I couldn't sit still I kept trembling and shaking and crying I couldn't do x-rays the staff was pretty mean also but what made it worse they were mean to me in front of my dad and he didn't care He was mad at me because I was embarrassing him for crying , And then when I tried to apologize to him because I wasn't able to cooperate he physically pushed me away ,, so because of my high anxiety I didn't go to the dentist for many years I also needed braces but my parents couldn't afford them and they said that's it's not their problem that I should deal my crooked teeth when I'm an adult Well as an adult I couldn't afford braces either so I have very crooked teeth and gum disease but last year I knew that I needed to get over my fear of the dentist so I started going I managed to get over my fear and gagging problem with doing x-rays Because the dentist I found the staff is very nice and cooperative and they take time and they're patient with me Cutting my parents out of my life has also helped but this video would have helped me a lot if I was to watch it when I was a kid but KZfaq wasn't around back then

...thank you.. changed office and dentist. I did not connect well with the front office person, seemed more in a rush to get the scheduling to her satisfaction and in a hurry. However, she was doing her best..

@Teeth Talk Girl, thank you so much for this video. I didn’t have great dental insurance when I was little. I am just now fixing my teeth as an adult and I am very embarrassed about my teeth. I am on the right path to fixing them though, thank you for your videos ❤

I get anxious about what the bill might be😅😅😅😅

My dentist and hygienist have been helping me to deal with fear for over a decade and Whitney is right talking about it is the key. Thanks ❤

"Even if you don't have many teeth, we love the gums too". Laughing.....😆😆

Very interesting! Thanks for the insights!

Thanks, this really helps !

All of this! As a dental hugienist i say there is no judgement in my chair. My goal is to help you get healthy teeth and gums. 🩷 and that is done by both of us working together. I am going to tell you exactly what is going on in your mouth, areas to floss more, brush more, things to improve on. But i also realize that not everyone is equipped or ready to work on things to improve their health. So we can take as many baby steps as it takes to do that improving. 🩷 Also. For my anxiety patients i can empathize. 😐 i have a highly irrational fear of bugs, especially ones that fly and sting. Like...a wasp flies at my face and i have a full blown meltdown with a panic attack. I usually share the story of when one was on my car door in the petco parking lot....and i was running and screaming through the lot, hysterically crying GO AWAY GO AWAY GO AWAY while people were walking by me. At one point i went full fetal on the ground 🫠 Fear makes you do stupid irrational things....and i joke my fear is rational but my response is not. And when that fight or flight kicks in...you best know im not acting rational, im likely just straight to tears. Which....for those patients i try to give them as much control as i can. I have a stress ball in my room they can squeeze, they are allowed to hold my suction and use it as often as they need to. And then share a bug story or two of my hysterics. 😂😅 i feel like sharing my own irrational reactions to something that doesnt warrant the reaction puts them at ease because we get it. Its mortifying and we do not enjoy the fear or behavior that comes from the fear. And there is minimal control over those fearful reactions. And i think saying i get it in a truly true way helps immensely. And if you dont have an irrational response to something you really dont get it. When i tell the stories it gets laughs and you can feel the tension ease. But in those moments for me they are truly horrific and im certain im going to die. Am i? No. No im not. But the sheer panic and anxiety paired with some of the worst panic attacks ive ever had say other wise. And i think that is something we can both relate to. 🩷😊

A cute dental hygienist helps me lower my dental anxiety

You forgot to say “If you’re new here, welcome, if you’ve been here before, welcome back!” 😄♥️ I’ve clearly been watching too much TTG.

Hey Whitney. I have been to my dentist's office, and I had wonderful experiences when i went in. The dental hygienists were lovely and easy to talk with. They couldn't judge me because I have great nice teeth from what they both told me. Not to mention, a wonderful personality. One hygienist even told me mine were better than her husbands lol. We even got to talk about teeth and other stuff for some time. I plan to stay at this office to just talk with them and have them adore my fresh mouth. If they did judge me, should I make them take me out to dinner to forgive? I even gave them a magazine with me on the cover.

First! 😁 I'm also in college to pursue in the dental healthcare field as well for a career choice. Your videos continues to inspire me and keep going through the storm. I appreciate everything that you upload to have people prepared on their feet. Thank you. 🙏

I love watching your video every Tuesdays and Thursdays. The videos always helps me with oral hygiene. Especially with braces

This (sounds weird) is such a beautiful video. It really shows you care about patients! ❤

i had a fear of dentists and their work but when i remember other doctors like heart and vessels and bones and their heavy precedures i see this small compared to...

Unfortunately I've had such a bad gag reflex,it caused me to stay away from the dentist for years. I've spent 12,000 in Texas undergoing surgery for almost a new set of brand new top teeth. I was under anesthesia for 6 hours. From 6am to noon. The very fronts are temporary and I wish I could've gotten it done in one visit since I was out for 6 hours. Unfortunately I had a dentist judge me and tell me that since I have too much of a gag reflex, he can't see me anymore and not to come back. He told me that he can't see my kind. Not sure exactly what he meant by that. But I had to learn to forgive and I've been living in pain for a very long time.

Can anxiety and stress affect tooth and gum health in the long run?

So I went to the dentist last week after having not gone for well over 10 years. I thought I was going to be judged, and have a mouth full of cavities, and need tons of work. Thankfully, I only have essentially 1 cavity in need of a refilling, but I need a root canal done on a tooth that lost a filling. I'm definitely nervous about that, as being completely blind makes going to the general dentist nerveracking enough. Now, I have to add a second clinic into the mix, on top of a procedure that has a reputation for being painful.

I going to the dentist tomorrow again. I got a deap cleaning 7 days ago. I still need pain killers otherwise I have way to much pain. My immune system is not good because I use medications. I am afraid that something is not healing up good because of the medication. I am always verry nervous to and always tell them! Really helps!

i was freaking tf out a few hours ago because i had my first root canal today and i have just gotten back and while it did hurt a bit it wasnt nearly as bad as my two teeth have been hurting for a month and the numbing stuff for sure helps but you will still feel it a bit. also one of these teeth i supposed to get rct a few months ago and babied out so just get it done because i think me waiting so long made my other tooth get an infection so thats why i had to get two root canals right next to eachother

I have Black stain on my tooth Do I go for polishing and cleaning to a dentist ? And a question ,When I touch the tooth with my hand it moves a little. Is it normal or any issue ?

My neck hurts when I go and lay in the dental chair and am being treated, but I just deal with it. What could I ask for to remedy the pain?

My issue is the loss of control and how long it takes lol. Can't run away after they start lol they just have you trapped. My dentist is very good and gives me breaks when I need but I still stress the hell out. Also the receptionists just seem snarky and condescending and it just doesn't help any.

Thank you this made me cry but my appointment is tomorrow

Happy 3rd Birthday happyteeth and happy early bday Whitney 🥳

I’m desperate and looking for any last minute information about how to deal with my already terrible anxiety. 3 hours from now I will be having all my upper teeth pulled or surgically removed. Then tomorrow I have all my bottom teeth removed. I’m not sure I can handle this much stress . I’ve been praying for God to remove my worries and anxieties. I’ll let you all know had good or bad it all goes. 🙏😁🦷🦷🦷🦷

My childhood dentist definitely was judging me, and maybe even hated me. The only time he was friendly to me was when I lost my first two teeth (they were pulled in his office due to the adult teeth pushing the baby teeth out). Every other time I can remember he would yell at me for not brushing often enough, or correctly. He made me sit on my hands and would yank on my lips (in his defense I was very tight lipped when I was younger). He branded his practice as a "family dentist," but in my opinion he really shouldn't have seen children. It wasn't until I saw another dentist for the first time after I got married that I realized that going to the dentist doesn't have to be so scary. I still have a lot of trauma and probably even a full fledged phobia of the dentist, but my current dentist and his hygienists are awesome. They're very accommodating of my fears. I'm happy to say that I've almost finished working through the bulk of the trauma too. I'll probably never LOVE going to the dentist, but I've come a long way. I'm also super fortunate that my teeth are pretty healthy.

Peace love teeth❤. Thank you

PEACE LOVE TEETH 🦷❤️🎃🍁🪥

Hey there, first-time commenter but a long-time fan! Your videos have been an absolute game-changer for me, especially when it came to tackling my root canal fears and all things dental! Your content is like a treasure chest of knowledge, and now even my hygienist and dentist are raising their eyebrows at my newfound wisdom. Your tips on braces have been, like, legit magical. I've been on this braces journey for a few months, and thanks to your advice, my dental routine and overall hygiene are on point! And guess what? No more dental anxiety for me I'm actually looking forward to my orthodontist and dentist appointments now. Huge thanks, Whitney!

Im scared of the reaction of the anesthetic afterwards... ive seen in the news how young People have died after the anestesia

0:38-0:45-0:55 they the only ones that can fix me teeth tho so thank yall dentist

I’m so scared of the dentist because of the noises

If i had unlimited money, I would buy a camper and live in your parking lot and take every open appointment you have, and do everything from start to finish.

Hi

I've been judged before. It was horrible

Is invasaline even worth it?

My denist was judging my teeth and saying how bad I was

U forgot 1 tip, have a Hot dentist

unfortunately most or a majority of dentist are just awful lol.. there is A reason they have such a high suicide rate vs other doctors etc...

Could you please make a video on bone spurs and what to do 😭

My denist was judging my teeth and saying how bad I was