Every dentist has probably had patients with unrealistic expectations, a penchant for practice-hopping, or not complying with treatment plans. One presenter at the Chicago Dental Society 2025 ...

When it comes to dealing with difficult patients, most dentists are reactive when they should be proactive. However, when you take the time to prepare for difficult patients, you’ll increase your ...

Young people who have experienced bullying, divorce, violence or abuse are significantly more likely to be anxious in the dentist’s chair.

Dental fear is an intense emotional reaction that can be characterized by anxiety, palpitations, sweating, dizziness, a ...

According to Myran, dental fear is easily understandable from a psychological perspective. But it’s also clear that dentistry ...

Going to the dentist can be a challenge for some patients. But for those with disabilities, it can be an overwhelming experience. At Farmingdale State College’s Dental Hygiene Care Center, the new ...