Being sedated does not help you conquer your fear of dental procedures. You will still fear and avoid the dentist's office after dental work is done under sedation. Without proper cleaning and checkups the work you've had done will fail prematurely.

We know many people think they can't overcome their fear of the dentist, but if you are motivated to improve your dental health and appearance, we can help you overcome your fear.

Dr. Michael Krochak has been specializing in the treatment of patients with varying levels of dental phobia for over 25 years. He is the founder and director of The Dental Phobia Treatment Center of New York and a former director of the Mount Sinai Hospital Dental Phobia Clinic, Dr. Krochak is sought after as a media spokesperson and as a lecturer in the field of dental phobia, by educational and professional organizations a well as by the media.

We have helped patients who have had dental phobia from childhood overcome their fears, with expert care, minimization of pain and discomfort, and the attention of our supportive and caring staff. This is the sound way to make your dentist visits a positive experience, without fear and with the knowledge that you are improving yourself.

In our practice, we often invite patients to just stop by and meet the staff and see the office. Dr. Krochak can usually give you a quick hello as well, so you can get a "feel" for the environment and personalities this way. With modern dental technology, it's never to late to regain your oral health and have an attractive smile again.
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Sometimes, we use Chloraseptic, an over-the-counter throat spray that slightly anesthetizes the throat. Certain sore throat lozenges will do this as well.

We have recently discovered another highly effective technique, borrowed from acupuncture and acupressure therapies. There is an acupuncture/acupressure point to treat nausea and gagging on the underside of your wrist between the tendons of your forearm. This point is located about three fingers up your arm from the crease of your hand as it meets your wrist) when your palms are up.

We use "Sea Bands," which are elastic wristbands with a plastic button that presses on this acupressure point. While these bands are designed to counteract seasickness, we have found they work extraordinarily well to counter the gag reflex if they are applied to both wrists five minutes prior to treatment.
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A full series of radiographs are required to show the areas between your teeth as well as nerves, roots and the health of the bone that supports your teeth. This procedure allows us to provide you with a thorough and comprehensive diagnosis as well as the best treatment options.
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