Three Good Reasons to Stop Being Embarrassed at the Dentist

If there’s one thing people fear, it’s embarrassment. It’s telling that the most common nightmares are of failing to study for a test or giving work presentations we aren’t prepared for. We don’t want to be humiliated. Unfortunately, the same fear applies to dentistry. Many people are insecure about their teeth and are worried they’ll be embarrassed at the dentist’s office. They put off getting regular checkups, which only makes them more insecure about the next time they visit. Fear of embarrassment is understandable, but in this case, it’s not necessary. Your dentist isn’t going to judge you! Here are a few reasons why you should try to overcome that fear.