Overcoming
Dental Stress
Hypnosis for Dentistry
What is Hypnosis for Dentistry?
Hypnosis for dentistry is a specialized branch of hypnosis designed to help individuals manage dental stress, pain, and other dental-related issues through the power of hypnosis. By guiding patients into a relaxed, focused state, hypnosis can significantly reduce fear and discomfort associated with dental visits and procedures.
What Can Hypnosis
for Dentistry Help With?
Hypnosis for dentistry can be beneficial for a variety of dental-related concerns, including:
Dental Stress & Phobia:
Pain Management:
Reducing fear and stress about dental visits and treatments.
Minimizing pain and discomfort during and after dental procedures.
Gag Reflex Control:
Helping individuals control their gag reflex during dental work.
Bruxism (Teeth Grinding):
Alleviating the habit of teeth grinding, especially during sleep.
Needle Phobia:
Overcoming the fear of needles used in dental treatments.
How Does Hypnosis for Dentistry Help?
Hypnosis works by guiding individuals into a deeply relaxed and focused state, where the subconscious mind becomes more receptive to positive suggestions. Here's how it can help in a dental context:
01.
Relaxation Techniques:
Hypnosis employs relaxation techniques to calm the mind and body, reducing overall stress levels.
02.
Positive Suggestion:
During hypnosis, the therapist provides positive suggestions to alter perceptions of pain and fear, promoting a sense of calm and comfort.
03.
Visualization:
Patients are guided to visualize positive outcomes and pain-free experiences, which can significantly improve their perception of dental procedures.
04.
Behavioral Change:
Hypnosis can help change negative behaviors and thoughts related to dental care, encouraging healthier habits and attitudes.
Why Choose Raha's Practitioners for Dental Stress?
Experienced Practitioners
Personalized Approach
Non-Invasive Treatment
Holistic
Care
Proven Techniques!
Our practitioners' methods are backed by research and have been proven effective
in reducing dental stress and enhancing comfort during dental treatments.
Research indicates that hypnosis is effective for managing pain and dental stress. Additionally, it can enhance patient compliance with orthodontic appliance use
(Trakyali et al., 2008) and reduce salivary flow during dental procedures (Saltz et al., 2014).
Light hypnosis is adequate to relax patients and alleviate the stress of dental patients whose pain thresholds are lowered by negative emotions.
Hypnosis is reportedly effective for up to 80% of people.
Managing a strong gag reflex, often seen as a panic response due to severe dental stress, follows a similar rationale.
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1. Abdeshahi SK, Hashemipour MA, Mesgarzadeh V, Shahidi Payam A, Halaj Monfared A. Effect of hypnosis on induction of local anaesthesia pain perception control of haemorrhage and anxiety during extraction of third molars: a case-control study. J C raniomaxillofac Surg 2013; 41: 310–315.
Disclaimer:
Our hypnotherapists offer techniques to help manage stress and discomfort related to dental visits. However, if you experience severe anxiety or other psychological conditions, we recommend consulting with a licensed healthcare provider.
Our certified clinical hypnotherapists may require a referral or approval from your healthcare provider before beginning sessions. Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical or psychological treatment.