Getting To The Root Of Dental Phobia

[Anonymous]

Fear of the dentist plagues more than 80 percent of American adults, and more than half say fear may keep them from going to see the dentist, according to a new survey by the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). Because poor dental care can lead to serious health problems, the AAE is tackling the issue head on as part of its third annual Root Canal Awareness Week, which takes place March 29 – April 4.

“There are many misconceptions about dental visits and root canal treatment, in particular,” said Dr. Louis E. Rossman, AAE president. “Root Canal Awareness Week is aimed at dispelling these long-standing myths and hopefully reducing anxiety around the procedure. Patients need to understand that root canals actually relieve tooth pain and are much more comfortable today thanks to new technology and endodontists’ specialized training.”

Fear of Pain Rather than Personal Experience Causes Misconceptions

While fear of pain is the top reason adults avoid the dentist, root canal treatment is the most feared dental procedure, according to the AAE survey. In fact, adults are as afraid of getting a root canal (54 percent) as they are of flying on an airplane during a storm (57 percent) and are more fearful of the procedure than of speaking in public or interviewing for a job (both at 42 percent).

When asked, nearly one-third of adult respondents admitted that their fear of the dentist is based on hearing about someone else’s experience rather than their own. An ironic situation, since an AAE survey showed most people who have had root canal treatment performed by a specialist report it actually was a positive experience.

“Dealing with patient fear isn’t unique to endodontists, but because of the root canal’s reputation, we have significant experience with anxious patients,” said Dr. Rossman. “Given that poor oral health and tooth loss are linked to many serious medical conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, we are committed to helping people overcome their fears to ensure they prioritize necessary dental care.”

        

[Anonymous]

The negative potrayal of dentists/health care professionals in the mass media adds to the problem.

many a times dentists are portrayed in a comical manner in the mass media.

sustained efforts at the association level are required.

veerendra darakh

        

[divyanshee]

What are the methods of managing phobia in dental clinic?

        

[shreya]

phobia has basically has psychological background. So psychotherapy and counselling will help in these cases

        

[Anonymous]

Naturopathy and Pranic Healing will also help to overcome dental phobia

        

[sushantpatel_doc]

what exactly is pranic healing?

        

[nitink]

Pranic Healing is an ancient science and art that has been adapted and systematized by the founder of modern Pranic Healing, Grand Master Choa Kok Sui. It has been used to heal countless people through the ages. The principle is simple. We know that every living being possesses the inborn ability to heal itself. Pranic Healing simply enhances this healing process by utilizing the energy of life. This energy is called ‘Prana’ (life-force) in Sanskrit.

For those who are on a quest for spirituality, Pranic Healing can help too. Pranic Healing goes beyond just mental or physical or even emotional healing. It provides the right training and scope for those who are interested in spiritual practises, and offers a structured platform for achieving illumination through soul-realisation and later, God-realisation.

        

[sushantpatel_doc]

That sounds quite intense..thanks for the knowledge..

        

[divyanshee]

can anyone provide the details of the pranic healing courses and centres

        

[shreya]

There are currently 12 Pranic Healing Foundations in India working under license from World Pranic Healing India Private Limited, to promote the teachings of GMCKS around India. More Foundations will be set up in the near future

Contact :
World Pranic Healing India Private Limited
1st Floor, Dharsons
12 Hospital Road
Bangalore 560 001
Tel. No: (91-80) 2559 3200
Fax No: (91-80) 2559 3201
Email:

Mr. N.O. Valasalan,Managing Trustee
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation Calicut – Kerala
“Ashok”, Vandipetta,
West Nadakkavu, CALICUT – 673 011
Tel. No: +91495-2762 855/ 3246 001

Dr. Joy Joseph,Managing Trustee
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation Cochin, Kerala
H. No. XIV/335, Lions Club Road,
S. H. Mount P.O., Nagambadam,
Kottayam- 686 006, Kerala
Mob: +91 94472 59378

Mr. Hariharan Raman,Managing Trustee
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation Trust, Mumbai
Shop No.56, Ground Floor,
A/C Market, Tardeo
MUMBAI – 400 034
Tel. No: +9122-3266 8488/ 2353 3925

Mr. Rajesh Prajapati, Managing Trustee
Pranic Healing Gyan Prachar Kendra,
Flat No.2, Sunny Side,
Prof.U. U. Bhat Road, Near Poddar College,
Matunga (East), MUMBAI – 400 019
Tel No: .+9122-6508 4061 / 62
Telefax: +9122-2416 0008 / 3137

Mr. Ajay Data,Managing Trustee
Pranic Healing Foundation,
D-47, Laxman Path,
Hanuman Nagar,
JAIPUR – 302 021
Rajasthan
Mobile No: 09828558000

Ms. Sumi Lazar,Managing Trustee
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation of Karnataka
“RAM VILLA”, 21/10A,
Craig Park Layout, MG Road,
BANGALORE – 560 001
Tel No: :: +9180-255 99 300 / 2558 3749
Email: :
Website: http://www.pranichealingkarnataka.com

Mr. T Mathimaaran, Managing Trustee
Pranic Healing Trust Tamilnadu,
40B, Diwakar Street,
Bharani Colony, Saligramam,
CHENNAI – 600 093
Tel No: 044-6455 5654/ 5
Email:

Website: http://www.pranichealingtamilnadu.com Mrs.Kumudini Thirani,Managing Trustee,
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation of West Bengal,
2nd Floor, No.14, Ram Mohan Dutta Road
Near Northern Park,
KOLKATA – 700 020
Tel: No.: +9133-6521 0660 / 2486 7312/ 2486 7313

Mr. Anand Jaiswal, Managing Trustee
Yoga Vidya Pranic Healing Foundation Trust Uttar Pradesh,
No.B5/64-1, Awadhgarbi,
Sonarpura, VARANASI
Tel No: +91542-2360 657

Mr. David Vijaykumar, Managing Trustee
Pranic Healing Foundation
2nd Floor, L. B. Estates
opp. Corporation Bank, near St. Anne’s High School)
Marredpally, S. P. Road
Secunderabad 500 003
Tel. No:98855 08796 / 94400 67010
Email:

        

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