{"id":108,"date":"2013-08-28T13:10:14","date_gmt":"2013-08-28T17:10:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bordentownbracesblog.com\/dont-let-a-sensitive-gag-reflex-get-in-the-way-of-your-orthodontic-treatment\/"},"modified":"2023-10-25T04:11:15","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T08:11:15","slug":"sensitive-gag-reflex-orthodontic-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bordentownbraces.com\/orthodontics\/sensitive-gag-reflex-orthodontic-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Let A Sensitive Gag Reflex Get In The Way Of Your Orthodontic Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>DO YOU SUFFER FROM A SENSITIVE GAG REFLEX? <\/strong>If so, receiving any kind of orthodontic treatment may be frustrating for you. Whether the reasons for your gagging are physiological, psychological, or both&#8230; we can help. We want to be sure nothing gets in the way of caring for your healthy smile.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>A Few Tips On Handling A Sensitive Gag Reflex<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>As is always the case\u2014visit with us!<\/strong>&nbsp;We always want our valued patients to express any concerns or fears. A sensitive gag reflex is actually quite common, so don\u2019t be embarrassed! We can work with you to better ensure your comfort in handling this concern.<\/li>\n<li><strong>BREATHE!<\/strong>&nbsp;Yes, part of it may be that simple. Focusing on your breathing can not only help physically, but it may also focus your mind away from what\u2019s happening in your mouth. Try taking deep breaths through your nose. Sometimes a nasal decongestant helps make it easier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Listening to music<\/strong> can help you relax and redirect your focus.<\/li>\n<li>Some studies indicate that gagging may be worse in the morning, so consider scheduling an<strong>&nbsp;afternoon visit.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sitting up straighter&nbsp;<\/strong>seems to help some people. Let\u2019s experiment with your position in the chair to see if that helps.<\/li>\n<li>One study shows that <strong>folding your left thumb into the palm of your hand, then&nbsp;making a fist and squeezing your left thumb <\/strong>helps some people with their gag reflex. Try it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Some Interesting Information About Gag Reflex<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-video\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HLCUtoF9Esc?rel=0\" width=\"543\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Your Complete Comfort Is Our High Priority<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Determining what causes a sensitive gag reflex can be difficult. Whatever the cause, it\u2019s important to remember that we can help. Talk with us! &nbsp;If you\u2019ve had this problem in the past and have found things that help, <strong>please share them with us!&nbsp;<\/strong>We\u2019re always anxious to learn from the experiences of our patients. Write your answer in the comments below, or on our <strong>Facebook<\/strong> page!<\/p>\n<h4>Thank you for trusting us with your oral care! 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