Before having children of my own, I could not fathom how parents would go on vacation without their children. The year my second child was born, though, when my husband brought up his work trip to Las Vegas, I was like “Sign me up!” Our trip was a life changer that refreshed our marriage. I [...]
Do you avoid certain people because you’re afraid of embarrassing yourself? Do you avoid airplanes, crowded events, or that new roller coaster because you fear a catastrophe? Do you ignore your dental office when they call to schedule an important treatment? You’re not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common diagnosed mental illness in the [...]
Let’s face it: We would all rather be on a beach or in the comfort of our own home rather than sitting in the dental chair. Most dental treatments require shots of an anesthetic (Lidocaine) to numb the tissues and teeth, and many people are afraid of needles. Even though anesthetic helps prevent unnecessary pain [...]
