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keeping one’s body healthy, and attention to one’s overall health; getting enough sleep on a regular basis; and eating healthy foods regularly and maintaining a healthy weight. Dental professionals who do not attend to these basic strategies are more likely to be physically and emotionally vulnerable and less resilient over time. CONCLUSION Dental treatment can provoke a primal fear in patients to the extent that they only seek dental care when pain or swelling leaves them no other choice. This course has provided an introduction to the varying levels of dental apprehension experienced by patients, including common origins, trig- gering objects or situations, and options for management. Treating apprehensive patients with behavior management techniques and/or pharmacotherapy may allow patients who would neglect their dental care to engage in treatment. Clini- cians should select the appropriate management technique(s) most appropriate for each patient. The process of treating apprehensive patients over an extended period of time can be emotionally and psychologically stressful for staff members. A dental team that maintains ideal physical, emotional, and psychological health will be best prepared to meet the treat- ment needs of all patients, including those who are fearful or anxious.
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