I am generally afraid of needles. Watching the needle go in enhances my fears. I had a couple of shots in my mouth after Dr. Martin put on a numbing solution and now I open my eyes anytime I get shots at her office. I even call her office to comfirm appointments, something I would never do because of my fears for needles. My teeth are getting regularly scheduled treatments and for once in 20 years I actually look forward to those visits. I wouldn't switch for any one else and I highly recommend her.