If you're going to see a dentist for the first time or if you haven't been to the dentist in years, be prepared to answer these three important questions your dentist needs to know that may help him or her diagnose problems or treat you appropriately. These three things are:
- Your Fears - Many people have fears of the dentist that go back to childhood. Pain control and treatment techniques change constantly, so the things you fear most may not exist any longer. If you fear you have a particular disease or condition, let your dentist know so he or she can look for signs and either set your mind to rest or make a definitive diagnosis. Often, just talking about your fears will take some of the edge off.
- Your Overall Health - Your dentist should know if you've been diagnosed with any diseases or are taking any medications. Even diseases that seem to be unrelated to the mouth may require a different approach to dental treatments or prevention.
- Your Dental Health - If you think you have a new cavity, if your teeth have become sensitive or if you feel lumps on the inside of your mouth, tell your dentist before the examination starts. Don't wait to see if the dentist catches it or silently hope the dentist misses it. By telling your dentist your symptoms, you may help him or her make an early diagnosis.
By communicating with your dentist in this way, all of thes potential problems listed above as well as other less common ones- can be prevented simply by providing your dentist with the proper information.
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