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Why your fear of the dentist may trace back to childhood trauma
A major risk factor is painful experiences at the dental clinic. Between 8% and 20% of children and adolescents are so afraid of dental treatment that they meet the criteria for being diagnosed with dental fear.
Source: Medical Xpress
Do you really need a dental check-up and clean every six months?
A regular oral health checkup usually involves a dentist or oral health practitioner (dental therapist, dental hygienist, oral health therapist) examining the teeth, gums and surrounding structures of the mouth.
Source: Medical Xpress
Dental care reflects overall health for college students, study finds
For undergraduates, a trip to the dentist can reflect more than oral health.
Source: Medical Xpress
One in three young adults skip the dentist, and that's a problem
Regular dental checkups are vital for overall health, yet dental care in the United States is still excluded from medical health insurance coverage, and usually not integrated with public health initiatives that promote preventative care.
Source: Medical Xpress
