Great topic, Colleen! I find the dentist caress me more anxiety than a RHC, lol
I do know we have to be careful not to neglect other things like dental care . Most aren’t aware but a bad abscessed tooth can kill you. It’s very important for heart health and just overall health to keep your dental appointments.
In my case, they used to have me take antibiotics prior to cleaning, etc., but since things have changed, I don’t have to take antibiotics for the teeth cleaning. My dentist has been cleaning my teeth for almost 10 years, so he’s familiar with my PH and meds I am on, etc.. in addition to talking to your doctors about any precautions, please be sure your dentist is aware of all medical history and medications you are taking. I’ve heard a few bad stories from patients from not telling their dentists about things such as blood thinners, etc. . It’s always best to be be safe than sorry.
If I get too anxious prior to my dental appointment, I take an Ativan to help. I also try to thing of positive , feedback n places I would like to be when I’m in the “ dreaded “ dental chair, lol I wear my oxygen and also take a neck pillow to help that I’m not as flat and my dentist will raise the chair up some for me. They are very accommodating.