Open AccessHypnosis in modern dentistry: Challenging misconceptions
Author(s) -
AllisonNicola
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
faculty dental journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2042-6860
pISSN - 2042-6852
DOI - 10.1308/rcsfdj.2015.172
Subject(s) - hypnosis , psychotherapist , psychology , medicine , dentistry , alternative medicine , pathology
The world of hypnotism carries with it many misconceptions. The term ‘hypnosis’ is often associated with magician types, swinging pendulums, deep sleeps and stage performance. Many are unaware that the art of hypnosis carries great therapeutic benefits in the medical, psychological and dental fields. This review provides an insight into the history and development of hypnosis as a therapy, and explores its applications in support of hypnotherapy as a powerful tool in the modern dentist’s armamentarium.