Treating Dental Phobia
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At NYC Smile Spa, There's Nothing to Fear
Our primary goal is to help our patients feel comfortable in our care, eliminate dental fear, and create only positive experiences.
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First and foremost, your safety and well-being are our top priority.
At all times, we utilize the highest level of precautions to prevent the spread of infection.
If you experience dental phobia,
NYC Smile Spa is the right place for you!
Does the thought of seeing the dentist make you anxious?
Have you long avoided dental treatment because of a bad experience?
Does fear of the dentist keep you from getting the care you need?
Do the sounds and smells of the dentist's office make you nervous?
It is estimated that about one in three Americans experiences some degree of dental fear or anxiety.
For the majority of these people, this fear stems from a previous bad experience. For another larger portion, it's fear of pain or anxiety about the sounds of dental instruments and chemical smells that keeps them away.
In far too many cases, people who are afraid of the dentist avoid getting treatment altogether, not even regular checkups, and we know that going without proper dental care can have serious consequences, not just for teeth, but also for overall health.
If you identify with anything we have described here,
we want you to know that you are not alone, and more importantly, that we have a way to eliminate your dental fear.
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The NYC Smile Spa approach to eliminating dental fear and anxiety
For our patients who are scared of the dentist, we take great care to make them feel absolutely comfortable at our practice. Dr. Krochak and his team have made it their mission to create a completely safe space where patients can feel relaxed, speak freely, and know that all of their concerns are not only heard but also taken seriously.
Where most dental practices rely on sedation to relax patients, NYC Smile Spa does not use drugs or gas to keep patients calm during treatments. According to Dr. Krochak, “Sedation does NOTHING to address and conquer the phobia. You go to sleep afraid and wake up afraid. Sedation is strictly a technique to make the dentist's job easier but doesn’t address the underlying fear.” His approach is called systematic desensitization, and it works by gradually exposing the patient to painless and comfortable experiences, slowly changing how they feel about the dentist, until their fear and anxiety are displaced and only positive feelings remain. It takes time, but it works because it addresses the discomfort and anxiety, seeking to permanently eliminate the fear that the patient feels.
There are 4 major components to Dr. Krochak’s approach
to successfully overcoming fear of the dentist and dental anxiety:
A warm, relaxing environment:
Where a typical dentist's office may feel clinical, at NYC Smile Spa, the atmosphere is very relaxed and pleasing to the senses. Patients are pampered with amenities like aromatherapy, their choice of music, neck pillows, blankets, noise-reducing headphones, and even foot massages (by appointment) to keep them relaxed and comfortable during treatment sessions.
An attentive, caring team:
Every member of the NYC Smile Spa team is highly trained to take excellent care of patients who may be scared of the dentist or afraid of receiving dental treatment. Our dentists, hygienists, assistants, and receptionists are expert listeners and always there to support the patient every step of the way.
Patient Power:
Before any procedure is started, there is always dialog between the dentist and the patient to help the patient understand that they will be in control at all times. There is even a special signaling system that the patient can use to stop a procedure at any time, whether they are feeling uncomfortable, nervous, or just need to take a break.
NO Needles
A large number of people are fearful of needles and the pain of being stuck. At NYC Smile Spa, we DO NOT use hypodermic needles for anything, ever. Instead, we use The Wand, a very special computer-assisted system Dr. Krochak helped to develop that painlessly administers Novocaine. It is truly an amazing innovation!
“With our behavioral approach, we help you overcome your fears so that you can not only finally achieve oral health and the smile of your dreams, but also be in a position to MAINTAIN your health with continued normal checkups and preventive cleanings.”
Dr. Michael Krochak
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At NYC Smile Spa, exceptional dental care is a team effort
They say two heads are better than one. We say three heads are even better than that! Each of our highly trained dentists has a unique perspective and experience, which allows NYC Smile Spa to offer everything a patient needs under one roof. Separately, our doctors are each accomplished dental care experts. Together, they form an impressive team with an unmatched set of skills to benefit our patients.
We transform more than just your smile
Would you like to achieve a beautiful and healthy smile that boosts your well being? We can address a wide array of needs, from general to cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, dental implants and more.
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"The first visit with us is an extensive Q&A session where we get to know you and explain what we’re planning to do. We want to know how you feel about sitting in the dental chair and what you feel your limits might be. Then we carefully tailor your experience and your treatments to you as an individual."
Dr. Joshua Perlman
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Your Safety & Well-Being Are Our Top Priority
Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. First and foremost, your safety and well-being are our top priority. At all times, we utilize the highest level of precautions to prevent the spread of infection.
To set your mind at ease, below are a list of safety measures we have in place:
Our team wears all required PPE
Proper disinfectants ensure that the office is kept clean at all times
We are monitoring our team on a daily basis
Everything is sanitized for each patient
Pre-screening questions prior to your dental visit
Along with a few other changes and updates
We look forward to meeting you and helping you care for your dental health.
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