What do you tell people who are scared of the dentist to get them to go for emergency care?

Published 9 May 2026
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To encourage someone scared of the dentist to seek emergency care, reassure them that dental anxiety is common and nothing to be embarrassed about. Emphasise that modern clinics offer sedation options and empathetic support to ensure a pain-free experience, and that seeking help now prevents more complex infections or pain later.