Dental fear or anxiety is not uncommon. As a matter of fact, people from all over the world have it! A survey conducted by DentaVox found that 61% of the 18,000 people interviewed worldwide had some degree of fear of going to the dentist. However, this can be intensified if you were recently told you needed to have a tooth extraction. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be as scary as it seems! Read on to learn four tips on how to ease your fear of getting a tooth removed.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month because cavities and gum disease aren’t the only dangers that can be hidden in your mouth. Healthcare professionals estimate that 54,000 new cases of oral cancer will be diagnosed in 2023. Unfortunately, about 12,000 people will die from it this year. The 5-year survival rate is 68% because it can spread quickly without regular screenings. Here’s what you need to know to benefit from the power of early detection.

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