Odontophobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of teeth and dental surgery. It is most often caused by traumatic dental
procedures in the past. Approximately
10% of the population has this phobia and will avoid dental care at all
costs. Odontophobia is more common in
women and is closely related to Dentophobia, the fear of dentists.
A phobia is a strong,
persistent fear of situations, objects, activities or persons. The main symptom is an excessive and
unreasonable desire to avoid the feared subject. Other phobia symptoms include
shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea, and an overall
feeling of dread. Phobias are the most
common form of anxiety disorders.
Do you suffer from
Odontophobia? Please share your
story. How was it triggered and how does
it affect your life?
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