{"id":16,"date":"2021-09-19T15:03:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-19T15:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oralsurgeonkatycypress.com\/blog\/?p=16"},"modified":"2021-10-19T15:05:59","modified_gmt":"2021-10-19T15:05:59","slug":"overcoming-fear-of-tooth-extractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oralsurgeonkatycypress.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/19\/overcoming-fear-of-tooth-extractions\/","title":{"rendered":"You Can Overcome Your Fear of Tooth Extractions!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Depictions of tooth extractions in the media can make the procedure seem a little intimidating, especially if you have never undergone it yourself. If your dentist has recommended that you get a tooth removed, it is only natural if you feel a little nervous about your upcoming appointment. Really, though, there is nothing to worry about. Let\u2019s talk about a few things you can do to overcome a fear of tooth extractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Understand Why the Extraction Is Necessary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Saying goodbye to a part of your body, even something as small as a tooth, may seem like an unsettling prospect. That is why it is important that you are convinced that an extraction is the right choice for you. Ask your dentist if there are any treatment options that might be able to eliminate the need for tooth removal. For example, root canal therapy is sometimes a viable way to restore the function of a badly damaged or infected tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are thinking about getting your wisdom teeth removed<\/a>, learning more about what could happen if they stay in your mouth can help you fully understand why extraction is the best course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understand the Extraction Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fear of the unknown is a big reason why some people dislike the prospect of getting a tooth extracted. Here are a few questions to ask your dentist or oral surgeon before your procedure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n