Acupuncture

Some people show a strong gagging reaction when they are at the dentist's. Ear acupuncture could solve this problem.

The technique had a 100% success rate when tested on a group of ten volunteers. Accupuncture needles were inserted into anti-gagging points and then manipulated. The volunteers were treated successfully. Probably this type of accupunture works because it causes the release of certain chemicals.

Unless one suffers from needle phobia, this sounds like a great solution to me.

However, when treated by a dentist who puts you at ease, takes his/her time, explains the how and why of the treatment etc., you may not even need to feel like a pin-cushion. In our clinic, we don't use pins, - we just use our experience and social skills...

"...So I went to see this acupuncturist."
"Really? What for?"
"To help with my diet."
"Did it work?"
"Absolutely -- she stuck needles in the cakes so I couldn't eat them."