Uneasy at the dentist? You're not alone
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February 20, 2026
Settling into a cushy reclining chair and closing your eyes while soft music plays is appealing, except perhaps at the dentist's office. According to a recent report in the Journal of the American Dental Association, 72% of American adults harbor some degree of fear about going to the dentist, and almost 27% say their fear is severe.
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