Research shows 'one in three' frightened of the dentist

A Cardiff dentist has received phobia training to try and help people who put off making an appointment.

One in three are frightened of going to the dentist according to new research conducted by the Centre for Dentistry.

Experts say that fear, time and cost hinders people from attending a dental practice.

They warn the consequences of not maintaining oral hygiene extend far beyond your teeth.

Lisa Manly avoided going to the dentist for nearly a decade but has since overcome her phobia.

She says her fear stemmed from a negative childhood experience.