by Hayes Family Dentistry | Apr 17, 2026 | Patient Comfort, Sedation Dentistry
Have you ever felt a wave of dread just thinking about a dental appointment? Does your heart race when you even hear the word “dentist”? If so, you’re not alone. Every single day, we meet people in Cookeville who have real, powerful anxiety about visiting the dentist....
by Hayes Family Dentistry | Nov 26, 2025 | Dental Anxiety, Patient Experience, Sedation Dentistry
Summary of this video by Dr. Kevin Hayes In this video, Dr. Kevin Hayes discusses the extreme dental anxiety experienced by some patients, noting it’s a real phobia just like the fear of snakes or heights. He notes that many individuals become extremely anxious even...
