Dental Phobia

Severe anxiety or the fear of dental care can cripple your ability to maintain your oral health. While many people do not enjoy dental visits for one reason or another, there are those who truly fear these encounters. Dental phobia can affect your ability to maintain a healthy smile and overall wellness. At Sapphire Creek Dental in New Braunfels, TX, we welcome those with dental phobia or anxiety and offer a comfortable, relaxed environment in performing specialized dental treatments.

For those with severe dental anxiety or a phobia of dentists, avoiding dental care can become a health issue. Checkups, cleanings and tooth repairs are needed to maintain a healthy smile and overall health. Avoiding the dentist will only make your dental problems worse. Instead, you need a solution to help you feel relaxed while you get the dental care you need to maintain your teeth, gums and overall health. At Sapphire Creek Dental, we work with patients with dental phobia and ensure they can feel calm and comfortable during their visits.

Sedation Options for Dental Anxiety or Phobia

If dental visits make you tense or fearful, sedation dentistry may be your best option. Dr. Archie Gomez and our team can help you find a sedation option that will calm your nerves and put you into a relaxed state of mind during your visits. We have a comfortable office with amenities to make you feel at home, including weighted blankets, neck pillows, headphones and TVs in every treatment room. We also offer mild, moderate and IV sedation options to help you feel completely relaxed or even put you into a sleep-like state while we perform your dental care.

Do not let dental phobia impact your oral health. If you have a fear of dentists or dental care, contact Sapphire Creek Dental in New Braunfels, TX today. We welcome those with dental phobia and offer a friendly, relaxing environment so you can get the dental care you need.