Special Report: Sit Back And Smile

In the movies, dentists are often portrayed as sadistic - and the pain..almost unbearable.

And even in real life... not many people look forward to going to the dentist.

Joanne Shields, Dental patient
"I was so scared."

But now there's a new trend in dentistry that promises to help ease patients' fear, and maybe even get them to enjoy going to the dentist.

From armoma therapy to massage and music these dentist offices offer patients spa like services to help them relax.

Dr. Rosie Rosen, DMD, Chestnut Hill Dental
"We just want to make our patients feel special."

Dr. Rosie Rosen runs Chestnut Hill Dental... her mission? To give patients something to smile about while in the chair.

Dr. Rosie Rosen, DMD, Chestnut Hill Dental
"This is the best time for us to provide all those little extras for the patient so that they receive more than just their dental care."

Joanne of Westwood feared dentists so much - she didn't go for twenty years even though she knew her health was suffering.

Joanne Shields, Dental patient
"You really have this desire to go but you're too afraid."

Then her brother told her about spa dentistry.

Joanne Shields, Dental patient
"They give me the warm pillow, they give me the hand massage. But they also talk to me in a very calming way. They know what I need."

The best part - none of these "extras" cost anything extra. For Rosie and other spa dentists... it's all part of the job.

Dr. Rosie Rosen, DMD, Chestnut Hill Dental
"All their lives they have been afraid of this and when they come here they say, ‘You know what? It's not what I thought.’"

Joanne's been coming to Chestnut Hill Dental for two months now.

Joanne Shields, Dental patient
"Having a warm neck pillow and teabags on my eyes - It's fabulous.

And she says the experience has changed her life... as well as her smile.

For more information:

Chestnut Hill Dental
http://www.chestnuthillsmiles.com