Academics:
Faculty, USC School of Dentistry
Graduate, USC School of Dentistry
Reviewer, Journal of Periodontology
Special Qualifications:
Master,
Academy of General Dentistry
Fellow, International College of
Cranio- Mandibular Orthopaedics
Fellow, International Academy of
Mini Dental Implants
Fellow, International Congress of
Oral Implantologists
Fellow, Institute for Advanced
Laser Dentistry
Permit, Conscious Sedation
Dental Board of California
Professional Associations:
Member, American Dental Association
Member, California Dental Association
Associate Member, American
Academy of Periodontology
Member, American Academy of
Dental Sleep Medicine
Member, American Academy of
Implant Dentistry
Member, American Dental Society
of Anesthesiology
Member, American Academy of
Pain Management
Member, American Academy of
Sleep Medicine
Member, Academy of Microscope
Enhanced Dentistry
Member, Special Care Dentistry
Association
Lectures & Presentations:
San Gabriel Valley Dental Society
San Gabriel Valley Dental
Assistants Society
San Fernando Valley Dental Society
Western Dental Society
Indian Dental Society
Chinese Dental Society
Punjabi Dental Society
Academy for Excellence in Dentistry
University of Texas -
Department of Periodontics
Academy of Laser Dentistry
Everest College
Community Service:
SMILE TALK
Radio Talk Show Host
KFWB, 980 AM
KSPA, 1510 AM
KFSD, 1450 AM
Columnist, Around Alhambra
Columnist, Cascades
Senior Expo
Operation Gratitude
Honors & Recognition:
Doctor of Divinity, Chinese for
Christ Theological Seminary
Lifetime Achievement Award
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
USC Friends of Dentistry
Presidential Level
USC Associates
Recognition for Outstanding
Service, USC School of Dentistry
Dental Phobia - Dental Fear
Dental Phobia Los Angeles | Dental Phobia Beverly Hills | Dental Phobia Pasadena
John C. Chao, D.D.S., M.A.G.D
Anxiety Management,
Behavior Science,
Faculty, USC School of Dentistry
Are You A Dental Phobic? Cowards Are Welcome at Alhambra Dental!
Along with fear of public speaking, dental phobia ranks high on the list of things to avoid. Dental phobia affects millions of Americans, and is one of the major reasons why half the population does not go to the dentist regularly.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with you if you are a "coward" or "chicken" when it comes to the dentist. Just remember that you are in good company.
Let Dr. Chao and the dental staff know that you are phobic from the very first phone conversation. Tell the receptionist what troubles you most about your appointment. Frankly tell them, for example, "I am a coward," "I am deadly afraid of needles." "I break into a cold sweat," "I am scared stiff,"... You will be pleasantly surprised at how empathetic and supportive the receptionist, dental assistant and dental hygienist will be before you even meet the doctor. This is because the staff sees patients just like you on a daily basis, some of whom could be even worse than you. You can make their day when they can help alleviate your anxiety with reassurance, care and concern.
Dr. Chao is an expert when it comes to dealing with dental phobia. This is what dentists do all day long. It is true, "Cowards are welcome!"
