Dental Anxiety An Important Aspect In Clinical Dentistry

Anxiety associated with the thought of visiting the dentist for preventive care and over dental procedure is referred to as dental anxiety. It is a multi system response to a believed threat or danger. It is an individual subjective experience which varies among people. The incidence of dental fear and dental anxiety seems to be consistent throughout the world. Anxious patient were considered among the most stressful situations a dentist might face. Evaluation of fear in patients is very difficult for the success of the management. Anxiety may also reduce the social interactions and performances reduces due to low confidence and self esteem. The practitioner should aim to aim to reduce the anxiety and fear so patient feel self motivated for long basis treatment and future visits to the dentists.