Most people can live with having some anxiety about going to the dentist. For those with dental phobia, however, the thought of a dental visit is terrifying. They may be so frightened, in fact, that they'll do just about anything to avoid a dental appointment.
A phobia is an intense, unreasonable fear. People can fear a specific activity, object or situation. People with dental phobia often put off routine care for years or even decades. To avoid it, they'll put up with gum infections (periodontal disease), pain, or even broken and unsightly teeth.
8 years I have gone without seeing a dentist for this phobia. Today I went into Concept Dentistry, the receptionist and dental hygienist were incredible, they walked through everything with me and made feel as comfortable as could be. Than came the good ol Dentist, also the CEO of the company, who bargened with my phobia. After requesting to make the least amount appointments due to my intense anxiety, I was told I could do so, BUT I had to meet him half way. I couldnt make an appointment and cancel it because that means he cant make an appointment for someone else (aka no money in his pocket). I had canceled twice, due to reasons Mr CEO didnt even ask but assumed it was because of my phobia.(Now everything was canceled 24 hours in advance) I was told that I needed to see how good this appointment was to ease my phobia, man if only it was that easy. That if someone made an appointment at my buisness and canceled that I would know how he felt. You are right Mr CEO I do know how you feel, I know that people have lives and they cancel, two, three times...however many times, my CUSTOMER SERVICE NEVER FAILS THEM OR THEIR FEELINGS EVER!!! WITHOUT THEM YOU WOULD HAVE NO BUSINESS.
So with that said, phobias, anxiety and my absolute fear of dentist did not subside with you, it only got worse, and added yet another bad taste in my mouth with your disrespect to my feelings. Your foul language you used throughout the appointment was unprofessional and did not come off "cool." I wouldn't recommend your office to anyone. For someone who asked me not to cancel an appointment that was MINE, you sure did have a lot of openings to get in....maybe Im not the only who feels this way, but I hope I am the last. You cannot undermine someones fear ever, I will not meet you half way because I dont have to, my insurance and MY wallet pays, you sit back amd provide a service, if I would even call it that. read more