We all have fears to conquer, but in Iowa, it seems many of us share the same one. I’m among those who are afraid of the topic we’re discussing today—something that we all must face in our lives. This is what sources say over a quarter of Iowan's fear this one thing.

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Fear is an emotional response to perceived danger or threat, often triggering a fight-or-flight reaction. It can be triggered by real or imagined threats and can range from mild anxiety to intense dread. This thing is very real. Freshlygroundmedia.com went on to say,

Iowa respondents reported feeling traumatized by their most recent visit to the dentist.

1- In -3 Iowans Are Terrified Of The Dentist

A recent study has shown that 1-in-3 Iowans Describe Their Most Recent Dentist Visit as ‘Traumatic'

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Wow. People really do hate the dentist. I to have a fear of the dentist. Here's something I totally understand,

Twenty-four percent of patients also reported that they have delayed or put off procedures entirely due to fear of the procedure. Moreover, over 1-in-10 (12%) said that they have, on at least one occasion, self-medicated with alcohol prior to the visit.

Which procedures distress Iowans The Most

  1.  Root Canal: A root canal is a procedure in which the dentist removes the infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth.
  2.  Dental Implants
  3.  Periodontal Surgery: Surgery to treat periodontal disease can be quite painful, as the dentist must remove damaged tissue and clean out the infected areas.
  4. Tooth Extraction: Having a tooth pulled can be a painful process, especially if the tooth is impacted or has deep roots.
  5.  Tooth filling: A common dental treatment that is used to repair cavities or damaged teeth.
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