Embarrassment is a common and ultimately necessary part of the human experience. However, the feeling can often be overwhelming, and anxieties can develop because of it. In dental care, a patient’s embarrassment about their oral health – perhaps because of its aesthetic qualities – may lead to them developing dental anxiety and avoiding regular appointments.
It is the responsibility of the clinician to manage patients’ dental anxiety appropriately and treat them with kindness and compassion. Working this way makes the practice a more welcoming space for those dealing with such intense negative emotions, and allows them to access essential oral health care without shame.
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