Let’s face it, no matter how you sugarcoat it, if you need an emergency tooth extraction near Milwaukee, it can be scary. Fortunately, however, it doesn’t have to be. If you need to have a tooth removed and are feeling a little nervous or fearful about the procedure, here are a few helpful tips to make you feel a little less scared of this important treatment.
Talk it Out
Do you have a trusted counselor, psychologist, or therapist that you can speak to about your upcoming extraction? Sometimes trained professionals can help you find the reason behind your fear and could even help you overcome it. Even if they can’t, sometimes just talking to someone can go a long way towards making you feel better.
Listen to Music
Music can have amazing effects on the mind. Whether it calms you down or energizes you, this powerful medium can help you during a tooth extraction, too. Ask your dentist to play relaxing tunes during your procedure or put in an earbud and play your own calming playlist during your appointment.
Breathe
Breathing exercises can help you relax and focus on other things, such as a positive memory or other soothing thoughts. This can help calm you down and distract your mind at the same time.
Stress or Fidget Toys
Bring along a comfort object to hold onto during your procedure, such as a stress ball, fidget toy, or soft plush animal. These can help distract you, keep calm, and give you something to squeeze when you feel tense.
Don’t Go it Alone
Bring along a trusted friend or family member for moral support. Knowing that someone is there in your corner can boost your morale, but it can also be helpful for your dentist to give them aftercare instructions for you and drive you home after the procedure.
Remember, there are many reasons why you might need a tooth extraction, but the good news is that your dentist would not recommend it if it weren’t absolutely necessary. Thus, you can rest assured that your treatment will be beneficial to you and your smile, and that the utmost care will be provided to help keep you safe and comfortable during the procedure. To schedule a tooth extraction, call your dentist today.
About Dr. Franzen
Dr. Barry Franzen earned his DDS degree from the Marquette University School of Dentistry and his prosthodontic training at the University of Missouri and Truman Medical Center. He has been repeatedly chosen by his peers as one of Milwaukee Magazine’s Top Dentists in 2003, 2009, 2016, 2019, 2021, and 2024, and recognized in both America’s Top Dentists and Milwaukee’s Lifestyle Magazine.
To schedule a tooth extraction with Dr. Franzen and the caring team at Milwaukee Dental Implants, please call 414-543-5432 or visit our website.