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Routine care from your Lehigh Valley dentist is vital to keeping your teeth and gums healthy, which is why the American Dental Association recommends that everyone schedules a cleaning and checkup twice a year. Unfortunately, you have put your care on hold because you suffer from dental-related fears and phobias. Do not worry, you are not alone. In fact, it is estimated as much as 15% of Americans avoid seeing their dentist for the same reason. Now, you can conquer your fear and keep your oral health a priority with simple tips.
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S. John Salivonchik D.M.D., P.C.
Visiting your dentist in the Lehigh Valley can be an uncomfortable experience for those with dental-related fears and phobias. This involves more than just sweaty palms or feeling fidgety. Some have such extreme anxiety that it actually prevents them from scheduling appointments until it is absolutely necessary, which can significantly compromise their oral health. If this level of discomfort sounds familiar, you likely avoid your dentist at all costs. However, with sedation dentistry you have nothing to fear. Now, you can enjoy a comfortable and 
Does just the thought of visiting the dentist cause you fear and anxiety? You are not alone. In fact, it is estimated as much as 
Dr. Salivonchik and his staff won’t deny that some patients would rather not see us. However, we also won’t deny these patients their right to have a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile. If you’re hesitant or even fearful of coming to the dentist, then please speak to anyone of us about 
It is natural to fear the unknown. Children can be especially fearful of the dentist because they don’t know what to expect during a dental visit. Adults can have a fear of the dentist as well because of past negative experiences. You can alleviate the fears of children by educating them on the importance of taking care of their teeth. You can alleviate your own fears by learning how 