dentodrapanophobia
Dentodrapanophobia is the fear of dental drills, typically triggered by the sound, sight, or thought of the equipment used in dental procedures.
Fear of dental drills
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Sound of dental drills
Sight of dental drills
Thought of dental procedures
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Visualization techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic dental experiences
- • High sensitivity to sensory stimuli
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be linked to negative past dental experiences or general fear of pain and loss of control
related phobias
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